Concerning Chapter Quotes

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“And on that final day, Cydion, the Lord of Life and Death stood upon the Hill of Kensethir, triumphant over the broken bodies of the last of the Etyni.  Yet…

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What makes a writer?

I can sum this article up in six words: “A writer is someone who writes.”I’m not talking about the various measurements of success or popularity, but simply the idea of…

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Don’t Edit to Music

When I write, I enjoy listening to music. It is a great aid to transitioning from the toils and distractions of modern day life to the mystical land of Isfalinis…

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Are Writers Groups Helpful?

My answer to this question is a cautious sometimes.  A group’s value depends upon what you personally need and, even more heavily, upon where you are in your writer’s journey. …

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Combat is Boring

This is probably a heretical article title given that I’m a writer of military fantasy.  Nevertheless, it is a common occurrence I’ve noticed in recent years.  Good fighting scenes are…

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The Authorial Promise

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 I have a confession to make.  I am still getting my ‘sea legs’ as a blog writer.  I think a lot about the craft of writing.  The profession fascinates me…

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