Isn't it strange how things can somehow take an unexpected turn? I mean, you plot and plan, then something happens and "BANG", everything changes. I've found that this happens both in my writing and in life, as well. What's the old saying? The best laid plains of mice and men. This was never more true …
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Sometimes the writing comes easy. Other times, not so much. I’ve always read that you shouldn’t force it, but when you are trying to meet deadlines, what choice do you have. That’s when your writing becomes equal parts inspiration and perspiration. It’s just a fact of writing. The only other option is to just not …
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Hi, folks. DA here again…and it looks like I’m about to climb the old soapbox, once again. I think I’m going to go on a bit of a rant, here. There are some things that need to be said…both about the writing industry and about my own personal career as a writer…and I plan to …
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Where do I begin? I guess I'll begin by climbing back on to that soapbox that I was on with the last post. DA's a preachin', now. Bear with me while I rant on and on for a few, but I'll try to keep it on topic. Well, mostly on topic. I may ramble a …
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Just a bit of warning...I'm probably going to go on a bit of a rant here. So, FYI. My thoughts here are just that...my thoughts. Take them with a grain of salt. This is just how I feel about the subject and nothing more. I have the distinct feeling that some people may not like …
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For those of you who were already familiar with my work, I thought I would take a moment and explain the decision that took me from traditional publishing to my current re-launch as a self-published author. If you are unfamiliar with my work, there might still be a lesson to learn from my experiences. …
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