I lost days of time to various appointments this week. None of them were bad. No emergencies. Just things came up that stole entire days from what I could normally accomplish. I knew going into the week that it would happen. The days had been on my agenda for a while. Some of them wereContinue reading “Even When Busy…”
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Drawing with Artists
I need a dragon that looks surprised. Can you do that? I… wasn’t sure what to do with this. I knew the kind of thing I wanted, but I’d never really worked with an artist before. Okay, that’s not entirely true. Sorry. I’ve worked with artists for all our covers. Overall, it’s been a positiveContinue reading “Drawing with Artists”
New Kinds of Writing
I’m at home in science fiction and fantasy. These books are my people. Still, I try to read other genres, too. I’ve poked my head into westerns, noir, and even romcoms. And I’ve generally enjoyed what I’ve read! Reading outside my genres broadens my horizons and gives me more ideas for the stories I wantContinue reading “New Kinds of Writing”
The Vital Importance of Writing Ahead
Oh, you want to write and publish six books a year? It can’t be done. What’re you thinking? No one can live at that speed, particularly if you’re not a full-time writer! Sure, some people can write that fast, but they have a whole staff of people working with them, and probably a few ghostContinue reading “The Vital Importance of Writing Ahead”
The Importance of the Pivot
A year or two ago, I saw a presentation made by Kevin J. Anderson. He wrote my favorite Star Wars novels, The Jedi Academy Trilogy. First, I realize, that’s an unpopular opinion. A lot of people apparently don’t like that set, or its follow-up, Darksaber. I did, all right? Deal with it. Anyway, in thisContinue reading “The Importance of the Pivot”
Jonathon Mast: Author 