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The Slumbering Beast

I’m building a computer! Computers have been a hobby of mine for as long as I can remember. Actually, I … Continue reading The Slumbering Beast

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Change is Nature’s Handmaiden

I’ve been reading Mark Twain’s “Roughing It”, and it’s good for the soul. Let me share a particularly poignant passage. … Continue reading Change is Nature’s Handmaiden

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the walking drum

since I last posted, some incredible things have happened. The Amazon “Breakthrough Novel Award” officially began February 16th at midnight, … Continue reading the walking drum

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It’s About Damn Time

154 days. That’s how long it’s been since I last posted. Disgraceful, really, but when I fill you in, perhaps … Continue reading It’s About Damn Time

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Dat Der Social Media What’cha Callit

So the aspect of social media and its importance in the life of a modern author is gradually dawning on … Continue reading Dat Der Social Media What’cha Callit

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Overdrive

So it’s time to kick it into high gear. The steam has been building over the last few months, and … Continue reading Overdrive

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Breaking It Down

So the editing process is quite the trip. I expected a lot of what I’m experiencing, but some of it … Continue reading Breaking It Down

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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 … Continue reading Hold Fast, Young Fellows

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One Lego at a Time

So there’s this book called “Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life,” by Anne Lamott, and it’s fantastic. I … Continue reading One Lego at a Time

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The Next Post

I’m having a heck of a time getting back into the swing of novel writing. I’ve done alright getting back … Continue reading The Next Post