I’m a failure. “But Jon, you’ve come so far!” you say. Sure. Check out my works published tab. I’ve got one novel out, one on the way in December. Lots of short stories in various places, and more coming out. “How could you say you’re a failure?” Easy. Do you have any idea how manyContinue reading “Why I Belong in the Museum of Failure”
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The Fingernail Man
Don’t be bad or he’ll nibble your fingers.Don’t be mean and no, don’t linger.Don’t be naughty – a lot or some.The Fingernail Man will come. My story, “The Fingernail Man” appears in Humans are the Problem. Check it out!
Why You’re Having a Hard Time Writing
I’m a little sore. I’m working some muscles I’ve let get a little… soft. Wobbly. Gelatinous, even. Today I sat down to outline a novella. In the course of an hour and a half, I only got 1100 words written. Simply put, that’s not enough. Maybe you look at that number and you’re impressed. Well,Continue reading “Why You’re Having a Hard Time Writing”
TWO New Stories Available Today!
Cowboys and carnosaurs. Stetsons and stegosaurs. Deputies and dinosaurs. That’s right, folks. What would make the wild west wilder? Dinosaurs. Follow the Sheriff of Golconda as he deals with raptor gangs, triceratops thieves, and a galloping gallimimus or two. Welcome to a Wilder Wild West. Co-created and co-written with Nathaniel J. Peters. Read Dinos ofContinue reading “TWO New Stories Available Today!”
Why It’s Good to Read, but Necessary to Write
The last month has been all over. I attended a major conference, learning the history of Jerusalem that will help my role as a pastor. I visited both my and my wife’s families. My bride and I got away without our insanity of kids. As such, my regular writing schedule has suffered. As in, I’veContinue reading “Why It’s Good to Read, but Necessary to Write”
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