Hi there! It’s been a minute, I know, but I never said I was a consistent blogger. However, I have a very good reason for not posting anything in a while. As of today, books two AND three of the Catalyst Moon saga are drafted. 182,740 words total between them, in one loooong document that … Continue reading Update – September 2016
"Nothing is impossible. Nothing is out of your reach. So keep believing in your dreams, life's not what it seems, sometimes." ~ "Weight of Sound," by Stick Figure, from their album Burial Ground. Hi there! It's been a while, huh? Well, on my end, it's been a helluva couple weeks. Book launches are difficult, both … Continue reading on dreams
Amazing original art provided by Emma Skysong! Eris Echina (pre-married name: Eris Nassor) At the time of Incursion, Eris is approximately 24 years old. She was born in the township of Shia, in Silverwood Province, to Igraine and Gerald Nassor. Her family was well off, with a prosperous farming business and a large estate. Eris' … Continue reading character spotlight: Eris Echina
Worldbuilding is an essential part of any speculative fiction author's life. Your world should be a backdrop to the characters and their struggles, but in order for the reader to be fully immersed in that world, an author should strive to make it as rich and complex as they can. Of course, a lot of … Continue reading on mythology
The Immortal Rules, by Julie Kagawa - Amazon - Goodreads - Author site TL;DR - Holy. Wow. Review: (Note: this review is for the audiobook version.) Had I come across The Immortal Rules on my own, chances are that I would not have purchased it due to a few key elements: YA, vampire, love story, dystopian future. … Continue reading The Immortal Rules – book review
Hi there! As I wade through the murky waters of Book Two, (Breach), I thought I'd share a bit of worldbuilding with y'all. These are some of my notes on hematite, the "dispelling stone," ie: the substance that sentinels ingest in order withstand magic. In addition to granting increased speed and strength, hematite will drastically … Continue reading On hematite
Hello, friends! Writing a book is hard, but sometimes, I feel like the writing part pales in comparison to the task of getting people to read your book. Part of getting a potential reader's attention is an eye-catching cover. So! I have a task for you, should you choose to accept it. Here we have … Continue reading Cover art choices – vote now!
First of all, this review is for the audiobook version. Pros: Fantastic worldbuilding, witty dialog, fast paced, great characters. I quickly fell in love with Locke & Co., particularly due to their colorful, salty language and camaraderie. The world of the book felt real; at times I could hear, see, and smell whatever Mr. Lynch … Continue reading The Lies of Locke Lamora – book review
Note: This piece was originally submitted to the /r/fantasywriters May fiction challenge. It is set approximately thirteen years before Catalyst Moon: Incursion. Enjoy! Feathers Eris clambered out of the pond. Water streamed down her legs, she'd soaked her nicest gown, and Mama would be furious that her curls were ruined. But all that meant nothing, … Continue reading Free ficlets!
Hello and welcome. For being someone who writes a lot, I’m still relatively new to the blog thing, so thanks for stopping by, and double thanks for bearing with me. I’m grateful you’re here. If you’re reading this blog post, hopefully you’re aware that I’ve got a book coming out soon. It’s a good book, … Continue reading On gratitude
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