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Guest Post by John W. Howell: The Untrained Thriller Hero

Thank you to John W. Howell for writing an insightful post! Last week Charles asked me a question, and I took some time to think it over. His question was a request. Here is the quote, “tips to making a … Continue reading

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Wedging Romance into Fantasy

Having romance in a fantasy story seems to be a kiss of death for some people.  At least today since I remember most fantasy books I read in my youth had some type of romantic subplot.  Is there anything you … Continue reading

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Guest Post on Guest Author Etiquette by Chris the Storyreading Ape

(Today is a post from Chris the Storyreading Ape.  Enjoy and check out his site.) Author Guest Post Etiquette My thanks to Charles for inviting me to discuss Guest Author Etiquette (although, an APE discussing etiquette does seem a bit … Continue reading

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Two Year Anniversary for Beginning of a Hero!

COVER ART BY JASON PEDERSEN As I finish writing the Prologue for Book 10, I realized something that I should have paid more attention to. February 24th is the 2 year anniversary for BEGINNING OF A HERO! So I’ve been … Continue reading

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Cover Reveal: Torn by Kate Sparkes

Aren Tiernal knows that safety is an illusion, that his cruel and powerful brother Severn will never forgive his betrayal. Still, returning to Tyrea to challenge Severn for the throne would be suicide. It’s not until Severn himself comes to collect what’s … Continue reading

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Romance in Non-Romance Fiction

Because I don’t feel like getting work done today! Seriously though, this is such a hot button topic.  People take romantic storylines seriously, especially outside of that genre.  In fact, I see many complain about it appearing in other stories.  … Continue reading

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Start of Productivity?

I’ve been struggling this week to keep up with email, twitter, blogging, and everything else that could build up.  The kid had a week off from school and the weather was miserable, so we were going stir crazy by the … Continue reading

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New Book Trailer and Indie Diaries

Sorry that I’ve been quiet/absent for some people.  It’s been a rough week, which has seen me drained.  Still alive, but I’m pushing the term.  So I’m doing my goal post tomorrow because today I have two announcements: First is … Continue reading

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Guest Post Trading

So I’ve done a few guest posts for others and hosted a few.  I’m thinking of making Tuesdays and Thursdays open for anyone who wants to guest post.  This got me thinking to what I did with C.S. Boyack and … Continue reading

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Is There No Room For Adventure?

Long ago, there were adventures.  The plots were fun and the characters weren’t as realistic as those of today.  Conan was big, fast, strong, and brutal with the ability to survive everything.  Also an odd penchant for choking enemies more … Continue reading

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