Writers wrestle words. It’s in the job description. Sure, we start with letters and end up with War and Peace unless we’re careful, but the building really takes shape when we string words together into some kind of structure. Using the correct word, the one that means what we all think it means, matters. I…
Author: Nathan Lowell
In the Beginning…
“How did you reach people in the beginning?” People ask me that more than any other question. Here’s the answer. Market Analysis 1. I made a determination that I wanted to write and to see if I could find an audience. 2. I looked at my interests and skill set. I decided that I was…
Looking Backward, Looking Ahead
We’re coming down to the cusp of the year. Between the solstice and the new year, I try to look backward to see what happened and to look forward to see what the new year might offer. I’ve written about some of my personal milestones in the last year—Smarter Artists, the Nebula Awards, becoming the CFO…
Giving Thanks
As the year winds down, I like to take more than a couple of moments to consider what I’m thankful for. During our annual Thanksgiving feast, my family has a tradition of going around the table and saying what we’re grateful for. There’s the usual – family, friends, success, “glad it wasn’t worse” stuff. Mostly…
That Time of Year
This month, I want to talk mental health. Don’t get me wrong—I love autumn. We get a break from the heat. The weather’s usually bright and sunny. The trees cloak themselves in color. The downside comes as the days get shorter, and seasonal affective disorder begins rearing its ugly head. Yes, SAD is a recognized…