Tag: Writing

Shifting the art form: Transposing “House with No Windows, Shed with No Walls” to play script format

November 11, 2023

So, that novel I was writing? The one that’s been in the works for years? The one that started in real time…then got completely deleted (ugh)…then, was placed in a sci-fi context…which made me want to get devoured by a sandworm? It’s been a frustrating road trying to get this ridiculous novel done, only to … More Shifting the art form: Transposing “House with No Windows, Shed with No Walls” to play script format

Cover Reveal: “Drawn In Ash” by John W. Otte

August 12, 2022

It’s time for a cover reveal! I couldn’t be prouder and more thrilled for my friend, former college roommate, now pastor and author of several books. I’m so excited to share the cover for John W. Otte’s upcoming book, Drawn in Ash! This is the first book in a science fantasy trilogy loosely based on the … More Cover Reveal: “Drawn In Ash” by John W. Otte

Brave New World: the right to unhappiness

March 8, 2021

Last week, I completed my third dystopian novel, Brave New World, by Aldous Huxley. Although it’s set a little over five hundred years from now, the ideas were drawn from the imagination of one surrounded by early twentieth-century science, philosophy, and the ugly rise of fascism in Europe. And yet…much like Orwell and Bradbury…he captures … More Brave New World: the right to unhappiness

The Ballad of Bellaic (or, “Song of Ash and Pain”)

February 8, 2021

The lyrics below are a draft of a ballad in my novel in progress (working title, “The Cindering,”…although I’m less in love with that title now that the story has further developed. Some principle characters and a locations are provided in the text, as well as a propellant for the plot (no, it’s not a … More The Ballad of Bellaic (or, “Song of Ash and Pain”)

The daily “Chopped” competition: writing edition

December 12, 2019

Food Network is one of my favorite channels. It’s fascinating to watch people who are so passionate about their craft – whether amateurs or professionals – go after new horizons in flavor, texture, and presentation. Perhaps their grittiest competition shows is Chopped. In this series, chefs from around the country compete in three rounds of … More The daily “Chopped” competition: writing edition

A giant spider and a dead grandmother walk into a brain…

November 20, 2019

What got your attention, the horrible giant spider or the sweet deceased grandmother? The combo is a little off-putting, I suppose. There’s a point. Stick with me. I’ve had two significant recurring dreams that took place in the late ’80s/early ’90s when I was a bit of a discombobulated teen. By the grace of God … More A giant spider and a dead grandmother walk into a brain…