No, I'm not dead. Not in body, at least. I've got a lot going on these days, and I've had to prioritize my writing time. That mean's the blog has not been getting much love. Instead, I have a much more significant project I am working on right now with all my Of Metal and Magic authors. … Continue reading Radio Silence
Another Honorable Mention
Last week I picked up my fourth Honorable Mention in the Writers of the Future Contest, one of the premier SF/F writing contests and probably the best free-entry writing game around. This achievement is nothing to laugh at. With only 100 awards out of several thousand entries, it means I was in the top single-digit … Continue reading Another Honorable Mention
I’ve Been Thinking
As an indie author, I get a lot of love from people I meet every day in person, whether in the office or at an author event. They say they are proud or envious of the work I've accomplished (which, I accept, has been significant), and always offer me wishes for success. So why is … Continue reading I’ve Been Thinking
Home Page Updated
If you are new to the blog, I've updated my home page with the significant news from the past year. And slideshows! Check it out.
Throwback: The Old Bird
If you didn't catch this story when it was published on Akashic's Fri-SciFi, here's a second look. The Old Bird by J.M. Williams New London, the Future The body was crumpled on the floor. Purple blood spilled away, taking the shape of a crooked tree. Bits of the alien man were plastered on the wall, clearly … Continue reading Throwback: The Old Bird
My Thoughts on the Big Teaser
So, here it is. My obligatory take on the new Star Wars trailer. I think every sci-fi/fantasy writer is expected to comment on the biggest thing in our genre, right? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83apjSbVV-o There's the thing. And first off, I must admit I am happier with what I saw than I was expecting. I think my emotions … Continue reading My Thoughts on the Big Teaser
Blinding Light – 3LineTales
The light was blinding, and yet the air stood still, the scene before them like a moving photograph, or a silent film. He took her hand in his own, feeling the familiar texture of her skin as he stared into the unknown. There was nothing else to do when faced with a thousand alien ships … Continue reading Blinding Light – 3LineTales
Heroism is a Distinctly Human Trait
I have been considering what happened this past week in New Zealand, as I expect most people have. I don't plan to drag this out, as just thinking about it makes me depressed. But there is one detail that I think warrants mention, especially here, on the blog of an author who writes hero stories. … Continue reading Heroism is a Distinctly Human Trait
I Don’t Understand Why Everyone Loves Aquaman
Aquaman is...okay, I guess. Wonder Woman was far superior, and not without its own issues (a bland, over-powered villain, and that special effects orgasm of a climax, for a start). Aquaman is also emblematic of many things wrong with blockbuster film making today, or just modern storytelling in general. As a science fiction and fantasy writer myself, … Continue reading I Don’t Understand Why Everyone Loves Aquaman
Library Event Photos!
After some delay, here are the photos from the book reading and Q&A event I did two seeks ago at the Camp Humphreys Library. These two pictures give you a basic idea of the layout of the room and the size of the crowd. This one shows the way I set up the OMAM author … Continue reading Library Event Photos!
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