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The Power of Secrets
Is your story riding a powerful concept, occupied by empathetic characters, solidly written–and falling a bit flat? One aspect of the...
Jun 8, 2010
Point of View Basics
Writers sometimes get in a snarl over point of view (POV) issues. But never fear. It’s just another tool you get to use–and choose. One...
Jun 5, 2010


Prince of Storms review: “One of the most captivating multi-cultural settings in SF history.&#
Wow, a stellar review of Prince of Storms from SF Site. I know that I don’t get to believe all this (since I don’t believe my bad...
Jun 1, 2010
Critique Groups Reexamined
Don’t all pile on at once. I know you love your critique group, and maybe you’re right–but I have a few concerns, and a contrarian view...
May 29, 2010
An Introvert’s Guide to Writing #2
In installment #1, I explained a few things about us introverts. How we are not shy, not ashamed, and not clueless networkers. Or not...
May 25, 2010
What You Need to Succeed
Luck. Thank you for your attention. I’ll stand by for questions. ___________________ This past weekend Terry Brooks told a rapt crowd of...
May 20, 2010
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