Sometimes I wish I didn’t have as much self-respect as I do.It would be easier to crawl to the feet of lesser people who somehow rose higher than they deserve, just to stand in their circles. But then I see how they act, clowns begging for crumbs, and I thank God I still have dignity.... Continue Reading →
I have to admit, if I believed in curses, I would think something, or someone put the whammy on me. Let me explain. The beginning of 2025 was very exciting for me. I had two books I wanted to write plus a short story I was going to write in between. I had a plan.... Continue Reading →
The entertainment industry is in crisis. The big studios, the massive publishers, the corporate giants who once ruled the creative world are struggling. The same franchises are rebooted, the same stories recycled, and audiences are tuning out. But here’s the good news: This is the perfect time for new creators to rise. For too long,... Continue Reading →
If I fit in anywhere. I’m writing this hoping I don’t sound like I’m complaining or being ungrateful. I’m extremely grateful to everyone that has supported me in my short writing career. This is me venting hoping I can talk myself into a lightbulb moment and find the answers I’m looking for. That’s the preamble.... Continue Reading →
To say I like to go against the grain is quite an understatement. I actively look for ways to be different from everyone else. Mostly to my detriment. I have sabotaged myself so many times, it’s embarrassing to think about. Yet looking back, I wouldn’t change a thing. The mistakes I’ve made have helped forge... Continue Reading →
Great news. My second book, Fallout, is complete. Formatting is done. Cover is done and it’s fantastic. I couldn’t be more pleased. I’ll give everyone a sneak peek soon. It will be available March 7th. I’m excited about this book and can’t wait to hear what you guys have to say about it. I’m 5... Continue Reading →
Let’s see what happens Welcome to the new year. A blank page that ignites your inspiration and anything is possible. That’s how I’m approaching 2023. My second book, Fallout, is finished. This month I’m going to get the cover and formatting done. I’m hoping to have it available the end of February or beginning of... Continue Reading →
Is this really the end of 2022? It feels like it went by in record time. The start of this year saw me and my family preparing for a significant life change. We were moving from our home in Pennsylvania, a state that we were born and raised in, to the Outer Banks of North... Continue Reading →
How I get motivated to write (Part 1) The first step is always the hardest. After I realized I had gone off track, I looked for help online to correct my course. There are a lot of sites offering advice. I combed through the ones I thought were the best and wrote down seven I... Continue Reading →
Starting over after you’ve lost your way. How my current situation feels. How many of us have lost our motivation? I’ve been unmotivated, but after a few days fighting through it I was back on track. My engine just needed a little rest. Now how many of us have gone completely off track? The engine... Continue Reading →
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