I had a great time at the Allen County Public Library Author Fair! I talked to a lot of great people, including authors all along the spectrum, from those just starting out on their first story to those who have published several books. It was so much fun, and it’s …
I’m excited to announce the winner of the signed Storms in Amethir series. Congratulations to Jeremy D! I’ve sent you an email with instructions on collecting your prize, Jeremy. I wish I could give a set to everyone who entered the contest. Since I can’t, I’d like to offer a …
Are you feeling lucky? I’m giving away a signed set of the Storms in Amethir trilogy paperbacks! Starting today and running through November 11 (my mom’s birthday), I’ll be taking entries for a signed set! I’m running the giveaway through Rafflecopter, so if you follow my blog with a feed reader, make sure you …
I had such a great time last year that I was very pleased to be invited back to the Allen County Public Library’s annual Author Fair in November. If you live near Fort Wayne, come see me and lots of other great authors! WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 1 – 4 …
I’m super excited about an event coming up next week! I’ll be giving a reading and talk at Main Street Books in Lafayette, Indiana. This is different from some of the signings I’ve done in Lafayette before in that I’ll actually be giving a short reading and talk beforehand, and …
One of the hardest things about being an indie author is getting people to read your book. I know, I’m stating the obvious. But obscurity is a bigger problem for indie authors than piracy. At least if people are pirating your book, you know there must be a demand! One …
Strong Female Character is a term we’ve heard a lot in the past few years. A lot of people seem to think a Strong Female Character is a girl who kicks ass and takes names, doesn’t need anyone, and likes weapons and black leather. I have a slightly different definition …
I‘ve written about the Monthly Twitter Writing Challenge before. It’s an amazing community of writers that has grown up around YA author Kristy Acevedo’s challenge to write 500 words or edit for 1 hour each day. People write in all genres, from memoir to historical to fantasy & science fiction. The …
Two weeks ago I went to Midwest Writers Conference in Muncie, Indiana. It was an amazing time, and I need to do a proper conference writeup at some point soon, but I’ve been working my tail off since the conference, and in the best way possible. I’ve been reading. :) After a …
I’m so excited! Today I have a guest post over at Mary Robinette Kowal’s website, talking about My Favorite Bit of Stormseer! You might remember that I read Mary Robinette Kowal’s Glamour in Glass series recently–think historical fantasy along the lines of Sorcery & Cecilia–Magic meets Jane Austen. Well, I’m …
