On June 24th, I did something daring. I imposed a deadline upon myself: August 3rd. My goal was to “finalize” The Machine, in hopes to have it done in time for Gen Con. I didn’t even have the first draft done at the time, so making that statement was quite the gambit. Of course, thingsContinue reading “Never Tell Me the Odds: A Writing Update”
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My Writing Notes Have Always Been a Hot Mess
As all writers should, I have a “dumping ground” to write ideas that might pop into my head at any given moment. Some people call these moments ‘inspiration’. And perhaps they are, but I’ve noticed these moments typically don’t come unless you’re letting unfinished stories live in your head long enough for them to flourishContinue reading “My Writing Notes Have Always Been a Hot Mess”
Rough Draft Complete!
Hello reader(s). I’m happy to announce that yesterday evening I completed the rough draft for my latest story, The Machine. The entire thing is now written from beginning to end. All the problems have been answered and all the story promises I made have been fulfilled in satisfying ways. In other words, it’s now passableContinue reading “Rough Draft Complete!”