In Defense of the Saggy Middle
A reader in India recently reviewed Crisis, my third novel. It’s certainly not an easy read in terms of content – hence the title – but I felt a bit dismayed when I noted...
Garrick Ravenwood — Warrior’s Soul
Overview
Being a first-born male carries a burden that younger siblings seldom appreciate. At the core of his personality, Garrick is responsible. He understands what needs to be done in order to sustain the ones...
Bronwyn Traugott — Sweetheart of the Temple Elsbireth
Early History
As the only daughter of her
parents, Bronwyn enjoyed a privileged position as a child. The wealth of her
family wrought a degree of comfort that not many Tamarians enjoyed, enabling
her to experience a carefree...
Kira and Algernon: Twins of Trouble
Overview
Kira has a foul mouth and
Algernon angers easily. Like her mother, Kira has a well-earned reputation for
promiscuity that complicates her adult life. Like his father, Algernon is prone
to violence. Their character flaws not only...
Love Your Audience
I’ve been performing for as long as I can remember. Standing
in front of large crowds and being in the spotlight doesn’t intimidate me.
I can recall singing onstage during a performance of Der
Rosencavalier at...
Cover Revisions
I have been busy updating covers for my first four novels. After looking at what other sci-fi / fantasy cover artists have done, I thought, "I can do that, too!" It's a lot of...
Cover Art Draft
I'm not done with this, yet. However, it's the first draft of a cover for my latest writing project. Let me know what you think in the comments.:)
In this version I've adjusted the poses...
Lord Lynden and Lady Alexina: Parents with Purpose
While they are secondary characters in the Deveran Conflict Series, the roles that Lord Lynden and Lady Alexina play are essential in grounding the story’s background, and providing a context into the way that...
