First world problems for authors: Editor deadlines. How much of a stressor is this for the modern author? Though authors have worked with publishing and editorial deadlines ever since some ancient druid
Continue readingAs a writer, I'm fairly forgiving of books that I read; fully appreciative of the long hours, sweat, anguish, mood swings and sheer number of hours required to write a book. I hope that few readers take
Continue readingComing this March is the fifth installment in M. Pax's thrilling science fiction series, The Backworlds. This is a great scifi series for anyone interested in the frontiers of the galaxy, or fans of Firefly.
Continue readingDoes a plot have to have an antagonist – a villain? Do you enjoy books or movies without a villain? One of the classic plot lines for a story is a protagonist – the hero – defeating
Continue readingCherie Reich is one of the super talented writers of Untethered Realms. On May 23rd this year, she releases the first book in an exciting new YA epic fantasy series: The Fate Challenges. Take a look
Continue readingI talked all last year about an audiobook version of Ocean of Dust, and it is finally in production! At left is the cover art, a little different to the book versions because audiobook covers are square. Below
Continue readingI trust everyone had a super Holiday time, and we still have New Years to come? I've been sick since Christmas Eve and have achieved very little except wallow in self-pity. Tamara says that men make the
Continue readingHappy Sunday everyone. Most of my friends know that I'm pretty introverted (maybe that's why I like writing?), so I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and try video blogging. Below is my first attempt,
Continue readingMisha Gericke is a fellow author in Untethered Realms. Back in October she published The Vanished Knight, a brand new fantasy. You might want to check it out or buy a copy for friends this holiday. Since
Continue readingI'm sure most people think authors are a calm and level-headed breed. Our bio and PR pictures depict us as well groomed and smiling, and we try to be witty and intellectual at dinner parties. Ours is one
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