The short answer is “heck yes!” The long answer is a little more involved. For some time, I’ve set goals for myself, but never really felt bound to it in anyway. I kept lists of things I read or money spent on my projects in hopes of using it for a tax deduction. But it’s [..Read more]
For several months I’ve featured a number of authors and their books, letting them post a favorite review and posting a blurb about the story line. When I do one of these I refuse to post something negative. I understand how difficult getting a bad review can be to the creative juices which define us [..Read more]
There is always one of those people in your family or friend circle you want to surprise with a special gift because they are so creative. Writers love these kinds of gifts that reflect who they are. Today some of the finest authors have mentioned a gift they’d like to receive this year. Cara Bristol – [..Read more]
One of my favorite places to visit at Christmas is St. Louis Union Station. I love it so much I let the General Assistant Manager talk me into writing a novel that takes place there. It is just a magical place anytime but especially at Christmas. With the family experience of The Polar Express happening [..Read more]
There is a lot of competition out there in the publishing world. What are you doing to get the attention of those who might help you? We all go to book signings, conferences, give out bookmarks and other swag to draw attention to our work. Those things, even though they’re helpful, might not draw in [..Read more]