Modern technology has changed the publishing industry in countless ways. One of the most positive changes is the simple matter of accessibility: thanks to computers and the internet, millions of aspiring writers can chase the dream of publication. Even better, blogs and social media have provided a community where writers can support and learn from […]
Building A Fantasy Army Part 2: Soldiers
This article is part of the Science in Sci-fi, Fact in Fantasy blog series. Each week, we tackle one of the scientific or technological concepts pervasive in sci-fi (space travel, genetic engineering, artificial intelligence, etc.) with input from an expert. Please join the mailing list to be notified every time new content is posted. About the Expert Michael Mammay has served as an active […]
Five Steps to a Successful Book Signing
I hit a new milestone last week: my first reading and book signing. It proved a fun and educational experience for a new author like myself, so I’m here to share some thoughts and advice for my fellow authors. 1. Choose the Right Bookstore Many book stores host author events, and I’m fortunate to live […]
Fomenting Rebellions in Fantasy Writing
This article is part of the Science in Sci-fi, Fact in Fantasy blog series. Each week, we tackle one of the scientific or technological concepts pervasive in sci-fi (space travel, genetic engineering, artificial intelligence, etc.) with input from an expert. Please join the mailing list to be notified every time new content is posted. About the Expert Colleen Halverson has a PhD in English […]
Publication Day for The Rogue Retrieval
Today is a glorious day: HarperCollins has released my novel, The Rogue Retrieval, as a physical book. This is a milestone in a journey that began in November 2007, when two important things happened: I registered for a fiction writing course at WashU. Amazon released the first Kindle e-reader device. At least one of those events altered the course of […]







