The time has come. You've spent countless hours writing and polishing your manuscript until it's the best it can be. You're ready for the next step, to begin the frightening foray into what writing veterans call "the querying trenches". Maybe you already have an idea of what this next step is, maybe you are already … Continue reading Everything You Need to Begin Querying Your Novel
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Urram – Rekindled Hope Cover Reveal
Today is the cover reveal day for the next book in my Scottish historical fantasy trilogy, Urram - Rekindled Hope! This is the second book in the trilogy, which is set in an alternative historical imagining of the Scottish Dark Ages (roughly 800 A.D.). If you enjoyed Disney's BRAVE, Robert Louis Stevenson's KIDNAPPED, BRAVEHEART, and … Continue reading Urram – Rekindled Hope Cover Reveal
My 2023 in Books
I am aware that this blog has been dead for far too long. One of my goals is to resurrect it this year, starting with this recap of all the books I read in 2023! I will do my best to post links below to Goodreads, where you can find purchase links as well, so … Continue reading My 2023 in Books
How to Evaluate Beta Reader Feedback
Your beta readers have finished reading your manuscript, and the time has come for you to open it up and read through their feedback! Maybe you don't know where to start, maybe you're a seasoned author but this round of betas has left you confused... In any case, this post is all about beta readers, … Continue reading How to Evaluate Beta Reader Feedback
Sea Among Stars Anthology Release
From the farthest reaches of space to the mysterious depths of the ocean comes a collection of stories inspired by the skies and seas. Perfect for fans of fantasy and science fiction! Sea Among Stars Blurb Nathaniel Luscombe, author of short science fiction and host of more than a few anthologies, along with my help … Continue reading Sea Among Stars Anthology Release
Traditional vs. Indie Publishing (And Other Publishing Methods)
Now that you've polished your book to the best it can be, it's time to decide (if you haven't already) what publishing method you want to pursue. This post is all about the four different publishing methods (including vanity press, because a lot of new authors fall prey to them), with comparisons, and listed pros … Continue reading Traditional vs. Indie Publishing (And Other Publishing Methods)
The ABC’s of Critical Readers
So, you've self-edited your book more times than you can count, to the point you're probably dreaming about it and can't stop thinking about it when you're not at your computer. (And let's hope you're not burnt out on it either <3) Now you're wondering...where do I go from here? Most of us don't have … Continue reading The ABC’s of Critical Readers
Books Read During 2022
This post is nearly a month late, but I have finally compiled the list of books I read in 2022, complete with dates finished. I am also including links to the full reviews on Goodreads (you may need to scroll down to see mine since the website won't let me share them...) with each one, … Continue reading Books Read During 2022
So You Finished Writing a Book, Now What?
So, you've finished writing that book. Whether it's a novel, a novella, or a saga with multiple books, it's still an accomplishment, and you deserve to sit back and treat yourself to something nice. (I personally tend to celebrate by buying a new book, eating chocolate, or getting myself a caramel frappé). However, you may … Continue reading So You Finished Writing a Book, Now What?
Dìlseachd – A Stolen Crown Release
It is now over a month and a half since my latest book was released. Dìlseachd - A Stolen Crown and its accompanying books yet to be published are the dearest work to my heart and I am thrilled to finally have it out in the world. The support received on release day combined with … Continue reading Dìlseachd – A Stolen Crown Release