Why We Love Swords: Storytelling, Symbolism, and Swashbuckling Style
Swords are wildly impractical.
And yet… we love them in stories.
Here’s why they still cut deep.
Fiction
Fantasy, Fiction, Uncategorized
Friendship in Fantasy: Bonds That Defeat Darkness
Friendship is one of the most powerful forces in fantasy literature. It binds heroes together, gives them the strength to
Fantasy, Fiction, Uncategorized
What purpose does political intrigue serve in a fantasy novel?
Magic and mythical creatures are cool, but political intrigue can make our stories come alive in ways that stick with
Comic Con, IWSG, and News
An Emerald City Comic Con Reflection Massive, fun, interesting, overwhelming, frustrating, joyful, and full – these are just a few
Galactic Mystery Bundle
Taking a Leap Day break from my social media fast to announce this StoryBundle! Many thanks to Simon Kewin for
Free Books? Sign Me Up!
Are you looking for a #free, clean fantasy or scifi read? Check out this Book Funnel with over 70 authors
Cover Reveal for Dark Blade: Forged
I’m excited to share my book cover for Dark Blade: Forged, Fantasy Adventure for New Adults+ forthcoming September 2024! Many
Legends, Treasure, a Debut Novel, and an Interview with Katherine Briggs
Please welcome Katherine Briggs! How I know Katherine: Katherine was one of the first people I met at Realm Makers
Fictional Werewolves with L. Diane Wolfe for the In Darkness: A Werewolf Book Tour
Today I’m celebrating my friend L. Diane Wolfe’s newest book release, In Darkness: A Werewolf as part of her book
Recent Reads and the State of My Massive 2023 Book Reading Goal
Recent Reads As of today, when I write this, I recently finished The Lost Slipper: Cosette’s Story by Michelle Israel