We all remember 221B Baker Street as the famous address of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, but 64 Baker Street was the actual address of the Special Operations Executive. They didn't let the coincidence escape them, either. One of their nicknames (after the street urchins who sometimes hung around Sherlock) was The Baker Street Irregulars. My favorite one is "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly ... View Post
Fear: how to use it in your writing
Although I don't write full-on horror, there are aspects of it that creep into my stories--but hopefully not my dreams! Whether it's a frightening monster or the prospect of succumbing to dark magic, the bits of horror that one could find in fantasy (especially dark fantasy) could add an interesting layer to the story. So what scares us? Why? The answer can vary with each person, however ... View Post
The Best Villain Ever
Who doesn't want to write (or read) about one? I remember reading Wuthering Heights in high school, and I hated Heathcliff so much that I WISHED I was a character in the book just so I could walk into that kitchen and slap him across the face. Damn that Heathcliff. Often as writers, we tend to focus on our main character who's the hero/heroine, and may get adventurous and draw up an ... View Post
Big ups! Let’s support our fellow Indies
It can get pretty busy (and tiring!) for an author to be in "work" mode all the time. I'm human, I like to take breaks--and I am still an avid reader at heart. I love reading fantasy and urban fantasy, and I also love supporting fellow indies who write in the genre. So...If you haven't checked out Rhiannon Paille's urban fantasy/paranormal romance, then don't be shy and head on over for a ... View Post
Character Interview with Isabella George
I recently submitted "The Tower's Alchemist" for review at Celia Can Read's review blog, and thought that the character interview questions were quirky and fun! I decided to include here the "Interview" conducted with my main character, Isabella George: 1. How did you first meet your writer? I first met her one evening after her husband created me. She snatched me up ... View Post
Want a chance to win a FREE copy of my ebook?
Then head on over to my official Facebook Author Page and click "LIKE." You will automatically be entered for the giveaway. It's that simple! Winner will be announced Monday, October 10, 2011 by 3pm PST ... View Post