Villains. You can’t have a good story without them. We loathe them. We hate them. Sometimes, we admire them. While we know the protagonist, the hero, must prevail, deep down inside, we sometimes still root for the bad guy. So how do we create a memorable villain? The first thing we have to remember, to…
Author: Jason Evans
Author, educator, & a Bon Vivant. Currently signed with Grant Street Publishing
It’s December again, and the world needs your novel
Wow. It is December, 2017. Another year ends. Time for reflection! I could do the standard New Year’s resolutions thing, or I could do the standard reflect on all the good in your life thing, too. I’m not sure I want to do that. What to talk about? OK, let’s talk about my favorite virtue!…
At RMFW, we are a tribe
On Thursday, Nov. 2nd, I had the privilege of attending the book launch party for Twins of Orion: The Book of Keys by new author Jennifer Rose. It was a magical evening of celebration. I have had the pleasure of knowing Jennifer Rose for a couple of years now. I have talked to her about…
The Black Bourgeoisie and Acting White
For those who don’t remember learning about Marxism, the Bourgeoisie were those who stood at the top of the economic ladder because they controlled the means of production. They were the land owners and factory owners. When discussing African-Americans, the “Black Bourgeoisie” are the very top of the socio-economic period. They are the doctors and…
See you at the Colorado Gold!
The Colorado Gold Conference is upon us and I cannot contain my excitement. I will revel for three days in the company of fellow writers. I will meet amazing people. I will reconnect with old friends. I will learn about, and be inspired by, the craft of writing. I will get my batteries charged. I…