Category: Behind the Scenes
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The Author Corner Interviewed Me About My Three Books and the Plans for My Next Two
The Author Corner interviewed me on pantsing vs. plotting, being a late bloomer, and the “spicy scenes” of my next book. Plus: Déjà View gets a cinematic trailer!
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Book Reviews! (but not of my books)
Read a bunch of book reviews—but, for once, not about my books. (And I finally finished Infinite Jest!)
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Pages of Pandora Interviewed Me About My Publishing Journey and What I Really Think of AI
Enjoy a video podcast of a recent interview. Plus: A 2025 Roundup and goals for next year!
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On Book Signings
Learn how to sell books like a pro—or at least a mediocre indie author!
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The Beta Feedback of My Next Novel Has Arrived!
I’ve rounded up some beta feedback for my latest magnum opus, and it’s a mixed bag!
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How to Speak Gen Z: Part 2
My kids have taught me more Gen Z vocabulary. Come learn with me!
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The Electric God and Other Shorts Won The 2025 NYC Big Book Award for Short Stories!
The Electric God and Other Shorts just won its third award!
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Updates! Bookstores, Signings, and Reviews
It’s been a while since I’ve posted a proper blog, but I’m back with a few bookish updates!
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Interviews!
Enjoy a few recent interviews of lil’, ol’ me…or keep doomscrolling. It’s your time!
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I Finished the First Draft of My New Book, and It May Be My Best Yet
In this surprise blog, I make a special announcement and offer a few details about my upcoming work.
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