Beginning the Self-Pub Journey: Betas

After many years of querying novels, publishing short fiction, changing career paths... twice, I'm getting back to my roots: writing. More specifically: noveling. I have 3 novels that I've attempted querying to no avail, but which I'd still like to share for people to read so I'm going to self-publish them. But first, I want…

{DISCUSSION} LGBT+ Family

The hatred I see in this world has triggered me and I can't NOT talk about it. Join the discussion, but I can't guarantee that there is one this week.

{DISCUSSION} Mental Health = Weak

Does having a mental health disorder make a person weak? Let's discuss.

{DISCUSSION} Prophecies

Prophecies are the weakest, safest, most boring plot element ever. Why do authors still use them? Join the discussion!

{DISCUSSION} No One Dies

I have many bookish pet peeves, but let's add to the list: stories where no one dies. WHY?! Join the discussion!

{DISCUSSION} Sensitivity Readers

The publishing industry needs to be more inclusive, but writers can be too. All they need is patience, open-mindedness, and sensitivity readers.

{DISCUSSION} Humility

How should bloggers respond to negative comments? Let's discuss!

{DISCUSSION} Publishing Industry Meets its Quota

Is the publishing industry REALLY trying to be inclusive? Are they REALLY trying to represent all people? Let's discuss.

{DISCUSSION} Reboot!

With all the reboots out nowadays, one must ask: Is anything sacred? Join the discussion!

Where have I been?

May was a rough month and I couldn't have managed it alone. Read about the highs and lows of my May and share with me yours!