Writing & Publishing
Everything about writing and publishing. Learn where to start, how to improve, and get motivation to keep moving forward.
Don’t Sweat the Naysayers
In the words of Taylor Swift, "the haters gonna hate." Don't let them get to you. There's still a stigma for self-published authors. It looks something like this: You published a book? That's so cool. How'd you get an agent?…
Don’t Let What Others Think Stop You From Publishing
You've written a book, but is it good enough? This question weighs on the minds of all authors. Could you make it better? Is it trash? Should you even bother publishing it? Your mind's inner critic is a cruel friend.…
How to Successfully Self-Publish 101
Self-publishing is a lot of work and can be quite expensive, but it's so much fun! If you're interested in getting your stories into the hands of readers but not sure where to start, then this post is for you.…
Did I always want to be an author?
Like lots of little boys, I wanted to be an astronaut when I grew up. After that, a fighter pilot—thanks Maverick. After those ships sailed, I ended up becoming a scientist. It was hard work. I earned a PhD in…
A Big Step Forward
Earthborn Awakening hit Amazon's #1 best seller spot in Teen and Young Adult Dystopian Sci-Fi ebooks in the United Kingdom! I'm way more excited than I probably should be, but I've been hoping to hit #1 in an Amazon category…
So you want to write a book
Fantastic! Writing can be a fun, creative outlet and might even generate a bit of income (or a lot). It's also a large amount of work. But don't let that deter you. With some perseverance, you can get it done.…
My Tools of the Trade
There are many ways to approach writing and publishing, and the tools of the trade vary from premium apps that'll cost you a pretty penny to a simple notepad and paper. The tools you use should depend on your budget,…
