It's never been easier to make money as a writer, but you have to take the right approach. Every job on the planet has elements that are boring or unenjoyable, and writing is no different. A refusal to face this is perhaps the biggest barrier to earning good money as a writer. If you want to write for a living, you have to do whatever it takes to pay the bills with your … [Read more...]
My Advice for New Writers
When I decided to take my writing seriously, I did five things. #1: I made a commitment to write every day. I haven't missed a single day of writing since January 1st, 2006. I don;t have to work too hard at this as I love to write, and skipping a day is unimaginable to me. #2: I made a submission plan and stuck to it. Back in 2006, self-publishing was still basically … [Read more...]
I Earn My Living with My Words, and You Can, Too!
I did a crazy thing in 2010. I decided to quit my 10-year career as a College English Professor and pursue my dream of writing full-time. ? ? ? What ? ? ? People thought I was crazy, and I guess to a certain extent I was. But I was crazy with a purpose. I knew I had it in me to earn my living with words, and it turns out I was right. I love what I do, and if using your … [Read more...]
Eulogy for a Mime and Other Stories
Eulogy for a Mime and Other Stories is a collection of short fiction. Inside you'll find a short story, a Drabble, a poem, and a 13 works of microfiction. … [Read more...]
Halloween Tales
Halloween Tales 2013 is a collection of short fiction. The yummy treats inside include a short story, a Drabble, a poem, and 13 works of microfiction. … [Read more...]
Scribbled Stories, Volume One
Scribbled Stories, Volume One is a collection of 10 short stories, six of which are award-winners. Each Scribbled Story begins with an original photograph I took. Then, I wrote the story each photograph inspired. Some pictures may be worth 1,000 words, but in these 10 Scribbled Stories, I've tried to give you both. If you enjoy a little murder, like a dash of mayhem, are … [Read more...]
