The Ten Deadly Sins of Building Your Author Platform

It stands to reason that I’ve been a reader far longer than I’ve been a writer. I began writing two years ago at the age of thirty-nine, so I have way more experience as a consumer of books than I do as a manufacturer. So today, I’d like to approach my writer friends, not as … Continue reading The Ten Deadly Sins of Building Your Author Platform

The Magic of Camp

There's something magical about camping. From setting up a tent to sleeping underneath the stars, the experience pulls you away from the day-in, day-out monotony of life and helps you realign your spirit with nature. Can you smell the roasted marshmallows? Hear the crackling of the campfire? Are you there? I am.Virtual camp is no … Continue reading The Magic of Camp

Going Camping

That's right, folks. June is Camp NaNoWriMo month. Don't know what that means? NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) is traditionally in November. The goal is to write a 50,000 word novel from scratch within a one month time frame.Which brings us to Camp NaNoWriMo... Campers all over the world gather together in one virtual campground … Continue reading Going Camping

Guess What? I Wrote a Book.

I’ve talked a lot about vampires lately, so for those blog-hoppers who are unfamiliar with my novels, you might assume I write about the undead. Would it surprise you if I told you I didn’t? Well, it’s true. As much as I enjoy reading about vampires, I don’t write about them at all. So what … Continue reading Guess What? I Wrote a Book.

Dating a Vampire: The Pros and Cons

Today, I'm going to explore a very serious issue facing young women today: Vampire Dating. I won't get into the psychological implications of society's fascination with the undead (girls fantasizing about being with an older, experienced man who still looks good, the incredible appeal of immortality, the idea that there is a soul mate out … Continue reading Dating a Vampire: The Pros and Cons