There is a restaurant in Manitou Springs, CO, Adam’s Mountain Café, that has the best chicken salad ever. Just plain ol’ chicken salad, but with its one or two secret ingredients—wow. Fantasy and sci-fi author David Farland tells a story about an author he met at a writers conference. She admitted to him that she felt…
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Rocky Mountain Writer #156
LS Hawker & The Throwaways LS Hawker’s new novel, publishing on January 22 and due for a major launch event on January 26, was a long time coming. In fact, it started out as a short story and then was developed into a full-length novel – her first – and subsequently tucked away in a…
The Guide to Denver Barnes & Noble Signings
Motivation. Tenacity. Professionalism. These are areas in which I take much pride when they are associated with my name. They are also keys to unlocking opportunities. If you simply do not wish to outsource something you are capable of doing yourself, I am here to teach you how. You got this! Many people dream of…
Online Critique Groups: A Path to Better Writing, All from Your Comfy Couch
Are you frustrated with last year’s accomplishments? Feeling uneasy about your 2019 writing and publishing goals? Being an active member of a community of writers can help with your anxiety, as can regularly attending a critique group. If you’ve been reluctant to join a critique group due to lack of time, babysitter, or local availability,…
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…