Self Publishing

I had my first experience running a book signing a couple of months ago and figured it was worth writing up the experience for other authors to consider when preparing for their own signings. I’ve been a customer of “Allison The Bookman” since I was a boy (over 40 years). They’re a local bookstore that […]

LitRPG is a phenomenon. Its readers are voracious, and its writers are prolific. It occupies an interesting position in literary circles that I still encounter people who don’t know the subgenre and need it to be explained to them, while at the same time there are people who read multiple LitRPG books a week. The […]

I wrote a book on becoming a landlord, “Getting Started As A Small Scale Landlord” back in January 2022. It’s been well received, and I’ve thought for some time that it would be a good candidate for an audiobook. The day has arrived, and it’s now available! I’ve written previously about recording my own audiobook. […]

An old man had had a good life and stayed in strong health into life’s twilight. Every day he would take his golden retriever for a walk in the afternoon, then have a Del Monte fruit cup sitting on his porch. One day his grandson asked him the secret to a long life, and the […]

I’ve seen a number of debut authors selling huge numbers of books on Amazon after releasing their first LitRPG book. Often, after digging into their success, I’ve found that they’ve come from Royal Road, a serial fiction website with a particular focus on LitRPG. They will write chapters there on a set schedule, then package […]

In the digital age, storytelling has found a new frontier—online platforms like Wattpad and RoyalRoad have become bustling hubs for writers to share their serial fiction with a global audience. Writing serial fiction, where stories unfold in episodic installments, requires a unique set of skills to keep readers hooked and coming back for more. Whether […]

Embarking on the journey of writing a novel can be a daunting task. Writers often find themselves wrestling with the chaos of creativity, trying to mold a nebulous idea into a coherent and compelling narrative. Fortunately, there are various methodologies designed to guide authors through the intricate process of novel writing, and one such method […]

In the intricate tapestry of storytelling, writers often seek methods that go beyond the conventional plot structures. One such technique that has proven to be a powerful tool for crafting engaging narratives is the Scene-Sequel method. This approach, which delves into the emotional and reactive aspects of storytelling, adds depth and resonance to a story, […]

In the vast landscape of animated television, few shows have left as indelible a mark as “South Park,” the brainchild of Trey Parker and Matt Stone. Beyond its irreverent humor and satirical take on contemporary issues, what sets South Park apart is the unique writing techniques employed by its creators. One of these is that, […]