I Make Things
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I Help Others Make Things
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My Latest Creative Work
“The News From Bewilder Pond” is my latest short story set in my Sovereign Era storyworld, when the sudden appearance of men and women with remarkable powers — Sovereigns — changes the course of history and threatens the balance of power in the late 20th century… but not every incident involving metahumans has global significance. Some stories, like this one, are more… homespun.
“The News From Bewilder Pond” is a stand-alone short story. You don’t have to have read any other Sovereign Era works to enjoy it. But you should!
Scribtotum is My Blog
I strive to share my experiences as an independent creator with the perspective of a veteran beginner. Whenever I can teach or share, I write a blog post.
yWriter: A Free Alternative To Scrivener
Scrivener is a popular novel and short story writing tool that can cost $40 or more. Save your money and read how you can use yWriter for free.
Writers: Find the Courage To Be Irreplaceable
Between the expectations of genre and bland uniformity, there’s a lot of room to be irreplaceable if you have the courage to both listen to, and use, your own vision.
Ninety Days To You
Introducing 90 Days To You, an exercise to help synchronize your vision of yourself with reality. The result: improved self-awareness, stronger empathy, and ultimately, better writing!
Introducing Scribtotum
Presenting Scribtotum, a blog to help writers and creators stay human while creating a successful and healthy writing life. Click the title to read more about what you can expect!
Creating Under Stressful Conditions: Make What You Can; Make What Helps
When you’re committed to making things you can sell, how can you create under conditions of extreme stress and anxiety?
Every Independent Creator Needs A Statement of Ethics
Independent creators: do you have a statement of ethics? Learn how a public statement of your principles and ethics can help build community and attract friends and fans to your work.
My Creativity Plan For 2015
I’ve got big plans to meet big goals as a DIY, independent creative entrepreneur in 2015. The what, the why, and the how are all spelled out in this post!
On “The Art of Asking” by Amanda Palmer
Lots of folks are reading The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer. I did, too. Here’s my take on this memoir / how-to / inspirational hybrid book.
A Transparency Challenge From A Bottom-List Indie Author
I post my gross earnings as an independent author and creator. If you’re an indie author or otherwise make some or all of your living as an independent creator, I challenge you to do the same. Here’s why…
Sonitotum is My Podcast
When I want to talk about making things, finding success however we each define it, and staying healthy and sane in the process, I record an episode.
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