I realize not everyone is as enamored with castles as I am (fools though they may be), so I thought … More
Category: Hemingway
the walking drum
since I last posted, some incredible things have happened. The Amazon “Breakthrough Novel Award” officially began February 16th at midnight, … More
Persistence
In the post editing euphoria, things have calmed down around here somewhat. Not necessarily a relaxing calm, but more like … More
Breaking It Down
So the editing process is quite the trip. I expected a lot of what I’m experiencing, but some of it … More
Hold Fast, Young Fellows
Last day of January! That’s exciting, I think. I’ve become resolute in my determination to maintain better writing habits, and … More
John Steinbeck
Ever since I read East of Eden in like grade 11 it’s been one of my favourite books. I’ve never … More
Go, Create, Write
“There’s a natural human tendency to lean on and repeat that which we do well. This is okay if we’re … More
Green Isaac Special
I’m not much of a drinker, but I discovered a brilliant concoction when I was reading Islands in the Stream by Ernest … More
Milestones and Motivation
“Discipline, after all, is motivation when you’re not motivated.” ~ Kenji Crosland I came across this quote after hitting a milestone in … More
Nobody Tells Beginners…
I recently came across a video by Ira Glass (this video: http://vimeo.com/24715531) and he talks briefly about what it’s like for … More