This special “holiday edition” of the news letter will be light on details. It is mostly just to say thanks to all who encouraged, read, and supported my work in 2015 and to give you a little (virtual) gift of sorts. Come find out what it is!
2015 As the sun sets on 2015 I thought I’d take a moment and look back at year 3 in the books. This has been a tough year for my writing career, no two ways about it. I didn’t get anything published and my existing books have not done well. It’s tempting to pin this on …
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien My rating: 5 of 5 stars Like all good books, this one has only improved with time. It was delightful when read in my youth, and it was even more wonderful to return to as an adult. This is a book for all those who long to walk out their …
Beyond the Mask is an ambitious movie. It attempts to blend romance, action, historical drama, and Christian messages all into a very fast paced script. Does it succeed? To find out, read on. The story centers around William, an assassin for the East India Company during the time period just before the American Revolution. William wants …
Just a quick update today with some news about what I’ve been up to reading and writing wise. Normally this time of the month, I’d be salivating over the books on my nightstand with a post about what I’m planning on reading, but this will be the third month in a row I don’t have …
Every profession and pursuit has its merits and dangers I suppose. Lately I’ve been musing on the peculiar temptations of writers. There are certain internal hazards that come with navigating the literary landscape, some of which are not readily apparent when one starts off down that road. Don’t get me wrong, the ability to write is a wonder. Dropping crumbs from …
Here in the United States it’s Thanksgiving season. And there is so much I’m thankful for in 2015. Particularly with respect to this website I’d like to give a heartfelt thanks to all of the people who have shown an interest in my work or even just the things I’ve shared here. Writing is a …
This is a wonderful analogy. I’m no good with watercolors, but hopefully I’m getting better with my literary strokes. Novels are like paintings, specifically watercolors. Every stroke you put down you have to go with. Of course you can rewrite, but the original strokes are still there in the texture of the thing. – Joan …
