Submitting stories suck. I've talked about that already in the past. But one thing I have also noticed in newer calls for stories are full of red flags. Wanting to be published is a powerful pull for any writer, regardless of background. And some do want to be publishers for a litany of reasons. Problem... Continue Reading →
Another One Bites The Dust – Or: The Case of One Who Thought He Was Truly Ineffable
So, another writer acting badly: Neil Gaiman. Given his usual demeanor and the company he tends to keep, such as public-groping, all-around vicious person Harlan Ellison, the rapey and abusive China Mieville, the glowering racist and acidic person Amanda Palmer, and bra-strap-plucking Isaac Asimov, I'm none too surprised that something like this is out. Even... Continue Reading →
SFWA – Publishing Taught Me: Nothing Really Changes, Just the Tech & the Lingo
Note: SFWA did a Publishing Taught Me for BIPoC writers call a while back. This is what I wrote. They didn’t go for it lol: Since 2020, there has been a brand-new awakening across the world in since the murder of George Floyd and the protests that ensued after. White institutions and organizations finally found... Continue Reading →
SWFA Nebula Conference vs. WriteHive Conference: Is It Worth It?
A couple of weekends ago hosted two conferences for writing: SFWA Nebula Conference (which also includes the Nebula Awards)June 6 - 9In-Person/Virtual Hybrid$150 to attend ($125 extra for dinner), Scholarships to waive costs available WriteHive ConferenceJune 7 - 9All VirtualFree I had a scholarship for SFWA Nebula Conference and I was slated for two panels... Continue Reading →
Lined Up – Reviews and the Frustration of it all
My upcoming book, The Glassman, is in front of reviewers – or will be shortly – both big and small. Pro reviewers mainly but a few smaller ones here and there. It is quite the struggle. 1) First strike against me, I feel, is the fact that I’m indie. It does have a reputation of... Continue Reading →
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