A Stroll through Middle Earth
Revisiting the books that started it all, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. »
An Interview with Sami Valentine
I had the opportunity to talk with fellow urban fantasy writer Sami Valentine about her Red Witch Chronicles series. If you're interested how a writer dreams up a snarky heroine embarking on a paranormal adventure with vampires, steam, and action, read on! »
The Value of a First Impression
It pays to start on the right foot. »
Oregon's Famous Exploding Whale
The Oregon Coast's got a story about disposing a whale carcass that just might blow your mind. »
Every New Beginning...
...comes from some other beginning's end. »
Naming the Shepherds of Nasci
Many characters in the Magic of Nasci urban fantasy book series have hidden name meanings. »
Daydreaming of Board Game Nights
Of all the things I miss during lockdown, board game night ranks pretty high up there. »
The Good, The Bad, and the Quirky
What kind of characters do you love? Heroes? Villains? Or something in between? »
How Endangered Newts Inspired Wizard Island
The Nasci prequel Wizard Island is clearly a fantasy short story with elemental magic users and a giant lobster monster, but you might be surprised to learn it was inspired by real life. »
Writing Hack: "Graveyard" files
Just in time for Halloween: "Graveyard" files for your novel. »