I meant to write this post a couple weeks ago, but time got in the way. At least that's how we're conditioned to look at it -- when we don't get to things or do things, it's a matter of time. "I don't have the time," has become our mantra...and … [Continue reading]
Why Take a Social Media Break?
I like social media. I like staying in touch with friends from other places, chatting with people about writing and publishing, and finding people with similar hobbies and discussing them. Even at my quietest, years ago when I was terribly shy, I … [Continue reading]
Unbelieveable!
I've written some absurd stories in my time...deliberately. I'm fine with ridiculous; I can swallow the occasional thing that isn't realistic for the sake of story. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: those who believe truth is stranger … [Continue reading]
Making Time for What Matters
A writer friend shared the video above on Facebook this morning. Whether you were a fan of Mitch Hedberg's comedy or not, there are some moments in the video that should hit home if you write. But there's something in the video for anybody -- writer … [Continue reading]
The Book Pile: Identity, by Mark Hosack
I preface this review by saying two things: 1) I am friends with Mark Hosack and 2) This review is based on an advanced reading copy -- not what you can buy right here. (On special, even!) But back to the advanced reader copy thing...this review … [Continue reading]
Landing Our Curiosity
So last night we landed a science laboratory on the surface of Mars. Let me say that again: last night, we landed a science laboratory on the surface of Mars! It hit me at some point watching the landing live: two things that have always inspired … [Continue reading]
Paying Your Dues
As I get older, there's something I've seen more and more at jobs: people my age (and older) claiming those new to the workforce are spoiled because "They think they are entitled to things without paying their dues." A couple jobs ago, somebody in … [Continue reading]
Ideas and Time (And a Change of Perspective)
I know it's been quiet around here, lately. It's not that I haven't been thinking about blog entries -- I have. I've started some entries, but...they keep growing into more than just a short entry. Starting a new job last week, and helping my wife … [Continue reading]
HCWWPD Relaunch Coming Along
The relaunch for Hell Comes with Wood Paneled Doors is just about ready. Despite starting a new job this morning and a busy weekend ahead, it should be available sometime this week. I'm finishing up some proofing, and the changes are few. Thanks … [Continue reading]
The Power of the Day Job
A week from today, I start a new day job. If you follow The Juggling Writer, you know I'm a tech writer...and you know that while I talk about my day job on occasion, I don't talk specifically about where I work. So I won't discuss that, … [Continue reading]
Behind the Scenes Kickstarter Peek
It turns out one of my biggest problems promoting myself just might be that I'm uncomfortable spamming my social networks. Okay, maybe spamming is too harsh a word, but...it's become more evident than ever that I do not like turning my blog and … [Continue reading]
How to Be a Happy Writer
I know I'm not supposed to feel this way, but I'd rather write than promote. I know that's a common feeling for many writers; we're supposedly a shy lot that would rather write behind closed doors than get out there and promote. Thing is, I'm not … [Continue reading]
Twenty Years
My wife knew my writing before she knew me. We'd been hired to work for an independent comic book company -- me, as a writer and her, as an artist. She'd read several scripts I'd written and she hoped that we'd work together on something, but that … [Continue reading]
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