In lieu of Flash Fiction, I thought I’d reflect a bit on how I got where I am, aimed at where I’m going. The road hasn’t been straight, or even, or anything I could have predicted. But I’m here, now. And I’m not stopping. I can’t say I’m happy with every decision I’ve made. A… Continue reading Musings on the Past
Category: Current Events
500 Words on America
This year, July the 4th happens to fall on a Friday. In previous years, I’ve written and reposted a rather long list of observations I’ve made as an American, from the inside looking out, about this country. Unfortunately, I can’t say things have changed all that much. Don’t misunderstand – progress has been made. More… Continue reading 500 Words on America
Macabre Moisture
“Moist”. It’s not a terribly good word. It’s one of those words that sounds like it feels – uncomfortable, even downright icky. Yet with the weather the way it has been, it’s one of the few words that adequately describes the outdoor conditions in much of the US. “Muggy” also works. It’s probably my least… Continue reading Macabre Moisture
No Guilty Pleasures
I’m making plans to go see Transformers: Age of Extinction later this week. Possibly on that most American of holidays, Independence Day. What better way to celebrate the birth of a nation and honor the sacrifices made by those fighting for its autonomy than a big-budget action movie filled with Americana iconography and military/weapon fetishism?… Continue reading No Guilty Pleasures
500 Words on Momentum
With everything that’s been happening, I am more and more aware that it can be extremely difficult to maintain a consistent pace. From running to writing to preparing for life’s next adventure, things seem to be happening in short, irregular bursts, rather than unfolding according to any sort of plan. I keep telling myself that… Continue reading 500 Words on Momentum
Change The Scene
I’ve been finding it difficult to write lately. I have a ton of ideas chasing themselves around in my head, projects to complete and new novels to start, yet I’m running into some serious roadblocks. I have to assume that I’m not alone: a lot of writers are pre-occupied with many things, from life events… Continue reading Change The Scene
From The Vault: An (Old) Writerly Rant
It’s been two years since I first went off on this particular rant. I’ve updated some text accordingly. “[A] writing career is about putting a bucket on your head and trying to knock down a brick wall. It’s either you or the wall.” ~Chuck Wendig Reality’s a stone-cold bitch. That’s why I mostly write fiction.… Continue reading From The Vault: An (Old) Writerly Rant
From the Vault: Failure to Carve
Almost exactly one year since I made this post, I still feel this way. I also feel very tired. Courtesy Floating Robes A question that I’ve seen asked of those in my profession is, “How do you know if you’re a writer?” To answer, let me give you a real-life example of what it feels… Continue reading From the Vault: Failure to Carve
The Rains of Castamere
I was up rather late last night, and I think the best way to illustrate why is the following song. Hum along if you know the tune. And who are you, the proud lord said, that I must bow so low? Only a cat of a different coat, that’s all the truth I know. In… Continue reading The Rains of Castamere
Let's Talk Net Neutrality
I love the Internet. I love all the things a free flow of data can do. It’s how I’ve met some of the most important people in my life. It’s how I not only got to PAX but became an Enforcer. It’s how people bought my writing for the first time. The Internet is awesome!… Continue reading Let's Talk Net Neutrality
