I'll be brief, because it's the time for Thanksgiving feasts and fellowship, not for my yammering. But I wanted to share how this new season in my life has taught me a new gratitude for things I once overlooked. Especially the small things. I grew up homeschooled. So I'm not used to being away from... Continue Reading →
This is a fear I've heard expressed by a couple young writers within my circles -- that AI will make their jobs obsolete. But will it? Can it? People's opinions on this are all over the place. Some see this as the start of the apocalypse, others like another Industrial Revolution that will eliminate jobs... Continue Reading →
I know -- I'm very late to the game to talk about this movie. But, our family doesn't usually watch movies until they are available with ClearPlay. Thus, I didn't see it until this September. Before I do a deep-dive into it, I'll give you my general thoughts. I'd give Thunderbolts* around three-to-three-and-a-half stars out... Continue Reading →
I won't speak long on this because so many people already have, and they can do it far better. But, I just want to say that all our prayers should be with his family right now, with his wife and kids and parents. As well, we should pray for TPUSA. Charlie filled some enormous shoes,... Continue Reading →
Every human can relate to the experience of 'cool.' I'm sure you've felt a thrill upon watching a perfectly-shot, perfectly-choreographed scene, or experienced delight when you're introduced to a character with awesome abilities, an intruiging backstory, or a fascinating personality. Maybe in the course of your schooling, you hit upon something that made you want... Continue Reading →
Through Rays of Light is officially available! I got mine! It's available now on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Lulu, and Ebook formats. Skye -- awesome job, mi amiga. And the same to all the other Ydubbers who contributed to this, be it with their poetry, or their skill, or their time. You people who can... Continue Reading →
I loved this book. Lee Urban was a fantastic protagonist, the concept was so fun and immersive, and the themes were great. And for those of you who, like me, see romance mentioned in the Amazon reviews and go 'uh oh,' don't worry. Candace Kade kept it clean and real, and there was never a... Continue Reading →
The Mage Pocket by Millie Florence is officially released! As well, I had the priveledge to read an Advanced Reader Copy, and so I also have a review of it for you today! Sorrel is the unruly daughter of the heads the Mage Council, protectors of the secret realm of the Mage Pocket, where libraries... Continue Reading →
Hey all! Just dropping in real quick to let you know that preorders for Through Rays of Light are live! Amazon: https://a.co/d/3UWSM9J Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/through-rays-of-light-skillful-pen-press/1147853077?ean=9798231466719 Everywhere Else: https://books2read.com/u/br89rk We will also have pre-order goodies! Anyone who pre-orders the book before launch day will receive a signed bookplate from as many authors as possible, anthology-themed stickers, an... Continue Reading →
Why are we drawn to things that challenge our intellect and our conception of the world? Why are stories like Inception and Interstellar so successful? Well, I think, simply put, the answer is wonder. But it's deeper than that. It's wonder at the storytelling. Wonder at the plot twists. Wonder at the cinematography. At the... Continue Reading →
