I’m always gobsmacked by how passionate you Champions are about my work. It’s a delight–and a shock–that I don’t think will ever fade! But sometimes your enthusiasm for a book is even greater than my enthusiasm for that project! Rock-Star-Assistant Meg commonly fields emails asking for really deep details–like exact character heights, what happens to secondary […]
Why I Say My Characters’ Names Weirdly
Today’s post isn’t so much a frequently asked question, as much as me addressing a common theme I’ve noticed among Champions. When I speak–whether it’s on Facebook Live, Youtube Live, or on a panel/discussion–I’ve noticed Champions are always disappointed with themselves because they say character/country/place names differently than I do. Please allow me to assure […]
I Want You To Write
Another suggestion/question Rock Star Assistant Meg and I commonly receive are specific writing requests. Sometimes a reader might have an idea for an entire book that they want me to write, or a specific character or theme they want me to include. This is a sticky topic for a couple of reasons. Books are copyrighted […]
Why I Can’t Write Faster
The vast, vast, vast majority of you Champions are so understanding as to why I can’t write faster than I already do. In fact, I get so many kind messages and sweet emails from you guys because you’re worried about my health and you don’t want me to burn out. Thank you so much for […]
SheaCon Panel Audio
Surprise! Before I begin my new blog series, I wanted to slide this post in and announce that due to the extraordinary efforts of the SheaCon planning Committee, we have the audio from all the SheaCon panels! Opening Ceremonies: Hosts Dino and Xoffy opened SheaCon with a bang…and perhaps an unexpected (rigged) pageant!? Entwined Tales […]
What Now?
SheaCon is over, and oh my goodness was it tons of fun! Thank you to all the Champions who came–it was so fun to play games and chat with you all! I’ve always loved our community, but SheaCon made me appreciate it in new ways. I want to give SheaCon Planning Committee a huge thanks, […]