All right, folks, A PARLIAMENT OF BODIES is out in the world, and I’m thrilled. So far the reaction I’ve been seeing has been amazing, which is good, because I […]
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The Gospel of Bad Advice
I was reminded the other day about all the “rules” people like to quote at us, as writers, of how we should (or more often, should not) be writing. The […]
Read moreFan groups, wikis and eligibility
So, a while back, I was chatting with an old friend who is far more business/marketing minded than I am capable of being, and he was talking about giving readers […]
Read moreCreative Focus, and the Playlists Behind Them
I’ve been a little radio silent the past few weeks, at least in terms of posting, because I’ve been chin-deep on a few things, both in terms of creative projects […]
Read moreBacklist love for The Maradaine Constabulary Series
With A PARLIAMENT OF BODIES coming out in just a few weeks, I think it’s appropriate to look a bit at the backlist and what’s led up to this book. […]
Read morePARLIAMENT OF BODIES, Boskone and other appearances
Hello, friends, We’re just six weeks away from the release of A PARLIAMENT OF BODIES, which I’m so excited to get into your hands. I know people have been anxious […]
Read moreCOVER REVEAL for SHIELD OF THE PEOPLE
I’m very excited that I finally get to share the cover of the second Maradaine Elite novel, SHIELD OF THE PEOPLE. It’s another gorgeous Paul Young cover that highlights both […]
Read moreWho are your influences?
So, whenever that question pops up, I can’t help but think of Jimmy Rabbit, trying vainly to hold auditions for the Hardest Working Soul Band in Dublin. It’s funny, because […]
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Favorite characters to write
So, about two-and-a-half years ago, the question came up of “Who is your favorite character to write?” And, at the time, with An Import of Intrigue on the horizon, I answered Corrie Welling, […]
Read moreWorldbuilding vs. Timewasting
Here’s my eternal struggle: finding that balance between the worldbuilding that is necessary for me to understand the world as a whole, and thus tell the story well, and the […]
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