After hanging out with pubbed authors at conferences and residencies my mind and my method of critiquing has changed to be more considerate of the author.
Read moreA Chat with Amy Christine Parker and GATED Giveaway
I had a "convo" with my critique partner and friend and all around good person, Amy, now that her debut GATED is about to hit shelves. This is so exciting and I wanted to have a kind of discussion with Amy about how our CP relationship came to fruition as she wrote GATED.
Read moreBook Expo 2013: How's the Publishing Industry Faring Since?
Once again Book Expo was held in NYC during a hot (and semi-humid) few days. There was talk about the state of the industry and digital components (and vendors) had a key area in the Digital Zone. What is the state of the industry or really prospects on the state? Hopefully ever optimistic and growing.
Read moreWhat I Learned About Character Development, I Learned from Joss Whedon
Had an epiphany when revising my YA book of how much Joss Whedon's "Buffy" was an influence on me as an artist. Here's a bit of me praising the man and noting some key episodes you may want to check out of "Buffy." Please also not spoilers if you haven't watched the entire show.
Read moreDay Eleven at @BrushCreekArts
Nearing the home stretch of Brush Creek, which is sad but lots of bonding and making progress in edits that I had planned for myself.
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