It's not easy to create a new world. Nor should it be. There are many things to consider. You aren't just coming up with interesting characters and dropping them into a known setting. No. You are creating interesting characters, and one of those characters is the world you are putting them in. It is not just the cities they inhabit, but the cities history. They may walk through countless forests, swamps and over mountains, but those landmarks not only have histories themselve

Life finds a way. A way to get in the way. At least when it comes to writing. Writing, is a very solitary pursuit. You need quiet and to be undisturbed. You need time to get your head in the game and you need to be rested so that thoughts and ideas come unabated. This perfect storm doesn't happen easily, if at all. As a father of two wonderful young boys and with a job which sees me waking up a little after midnight to work 10+ hours these opportunities to write are few and f

I know what your thinking. It's almost March, isn't it a little late to be starting the New Year? Well...kinda. The thing is, my first novel, "The Awakening: Part One" is turning one on March 1st and for me, it's like the start of a New Year. I am so excited about what I have going on this next year, I don't know what to start telling you about first! So I guess I will just start with what is happening first. Right now, I am participating in a AMA, or Ask Me Anything Q&A. It

Worldbuilding is a staple for any promising fantasy writer. Well, fantasy and sci-fi writer, but since I am a fantasy writer...I'll stick with that. There is no exact science to worldbuilding. Every author does it in their own way. Some write out elaborate histories and backgrounds for their world, others build as they go. Some do a little of both. The important thing is consistency. The best way of doing this is to at least have a plan. For my new series I am writing, "Shard

That's right! I'm on the radio! Well, internet radio. Come and check out my interview on the Authorshow.com, where I talk about my book and writing in general. I'm really proud of this interview and I really appreciate all the magic they made happen over there making me not sound like an idiot! Gotta love splicing! Anyways, I hope you enjoy the interview. The Author Show FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE! Right now and for the next four days, you can download, "The Awakening: Part One"

"Are you seeing this?" Malcolm asked Alex as he stared at the screen on his tablet. The sounds of yelling and screaming poured out from the small electronic. "Seen what?" Shuffling over towards Malcolm, he struggled to look over his shoulder at the video. "This!" Thrusting the tablet into Alex's hands, his eyes bright and wide, nodding, encouraging Alex to watch the video. They were always showing each other videos on their tablets. Usually they were crazy videos of peopl

With the holidays approaching I didn't want to miss out on a bit of what makes America so great... Capitalism! So, I've opened my on-line store! That's right! The on-line book store is now open! Wanted to get one of my books buy wanted it signed? Well, now you can buy a signed copy on my on-line store. Love the artwork from the covers of my books? Now you can purchase a poster of Part One, or Part Two! With the holidays approaching, now is the time to pick up some great fanta

As an independent author, or even, just an author. There is so much work that goes into putting a book in front of a reader. There is, of course, the writing. This is the part of the work that is a joy. You have an idea, you take the time to expand that idea till it becomes a work of art. You mold it, like clay, until it becomes something truly recognizable and appreciated... or at least you hope. After you have written the book, then you release it into the wild, and great t

Book release parties are nothing knew in the world of publishing. They are often grand events with food, book readings and Q&A sessions at some large book store, or cafe. However, these are events for well-known or award winning authors. Those who have name recognition. An author whose name gets people to go, "Oh cool, I always wanted to meet him/her. I love their books!" For the rest of us that have yet to break into that level of stardom or book release parties are usually

IT'S HERE! Finally it is here! Well, almost here. "The Awakening: Part Two" is now on Amazon, available for pre-order. Are you excited? I am. This is part two of Book One of the Lycan War Saga. If you haven't picked up Part One yet... well that's o.k., I forgive you. But honestly, what are you waiting for??? Well, I'm going to let you in on a little secret as to how you can get the first book, the second book, or both books... for free! Join me, and two other great authors, o