Well, I've got one okay and another interview set up, so it's a start. Both of the authors have written something that I have really enjoyed in the past two years (or published something, which is just as good... everyone knows it takes normal people years to finish writing a book) and I'm looking forward … Continue reading Update on the Guest Bloggers
Author: Jason Cordova
Guest Bloggers
Over the next few months, I'm going to try to secure some published authors and/or agents to contribute to the blog, possibly including some publishers as well. Hopefully this will open more doors and answer questions aspiring writers may (or may not) have. The call is out... who would you want to guest blog here?
Balancing Act
I like strong women characters, women who kick butt yet aren't afraid to admit they would be lost in a kitchen (eat that, Martha Stewart!).
How’s My Writing? Funny You Should Ask…
Oh sure, I could claim that I've been too busy, or life got in the way. But the fact of the matter is, I'm a lazy writer. Really, it's true. I sit and stare at the computer all day, waiting for my brain to kick in. Sometimes it takes a cup of coffee. Other times it takes two pots of the brown, mercurial crap.
Return to Monster Hunter Nation
Badass Russians only have three emotions: Revenge, depression, and vodka.
Fanfic Nightmare?
George R. R. Martin (A Song of Ice and Fire) on why fanfiction is a bad thing for authors. http://grrm.livejournal.com/151914.html Part of me cringes when I read it, because I know many authors (Eric Flint, for instance) who believe that the exact opposite is true. However, I also know that while Martin is faaaaahhhbulously wealthy … Continue reading Fanfic Nightmare?
The Writing Buggers
I wrote my first short story back in 1994, titled "Durango's Bluff". It was some sort of bastardized western crossed with SF, which we now refer to as "steampunk". I thought it was too short, set at only 15,000 words. It was only later that I realized that that length is actually too long for a short story. Irony, meet thy friend, Jason.
Family (Mai) Ties
Next thing I knew, the character who was supposed to be a one and done turns into the carbon version of my little sister and a recurring character.
More Work Hours Gone Good
April was a pretty creative month for me, especially considering that my computer was down and on the fritz for a decent chunk of time. It's spring, which is usually when my body starts gearing up to put down what my brain came up with throughout the winter. This is the actual work time of … Continue reading More Work Hours Gone Good
Fan Boy Moment
When I saw his name, I think I let loose a very girlish squeal. Very girlish, one that would have had me beaten and emasculated by some of my manlier friends.
What The Other Authors Are Doing…
Hmm... now that I think about it, that would be one heck of a marketing ploy. You announce you're going to start a new series, and then come up with a horrible, horrible book. But then you have the sequel come out nine months later, and it's not so horrible, and so by the time they get to the fifth book they're thinking you're series is solid plated gold. I need to talk to an agent about this...
Dan Hoyt Blogs Back
Editor Dan Hoyt (who is also married to author Sarah Hoyt, which is impressive for both of them. I couldn't imagine living with my editor...) points out how print publishers have changed their modus operandi and correlates how it's now longer authors and publishers working together but publishers versus authors for that extra dime. Here's … Continue reading Dan Hoyt Blogs Back
Burn A Bridge Much?
We're all guilty of venting off some steam every once in a while (especially when, say, you're book is almost two years overdue and publisher still hasn't put it out yet) and get frustrated with the system, but you have to work it to make it work for you. And part of that is to not burn your matchbox and dry twig bridge.
Vampire$
But the fact that a man can write only two novels and both have such a profound impact on society says something.
The Grimnoir Chronicles
Larry Correia is currently posting snippets of his upcoming book "The Grimnoir Chronicles Hard Magic" over at his website. Get on over there and read some free chapters a year before the book is scheduled to release. Trust me, it's a great read. It's hooked me. http://larrycorreia.wordpress.com/2010/04/07/7-days-of-grimnoir-sample-chapters-from-the-grimnoir-chronicles-hard-magic/
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