The Southern California Writers Association is publishing an anthology of California-themed fiction short stories in October. The book will be professionally produced and available in bookstores nation-wide. If you are interested in submitting a story, here are the...
Much is written about story structure. My novels utilize what I call a story timeline, which lays a foundation for all of the plot points and character arc transitions that are required in a great novel. Listed below are the nineteen unique timeline points I use when...
Plots in thriller novels require careful planning. There is a structure to them that readers enjoy, and literary agents and publishers expect. Because thriller plots are often complex, with many twists and turns, it’s best not to start writing until you know how your...
Monkey C Media (MCM) is a top shelf company that builds websites that sells books. Led by Jeniffer Thompson, and staffed with helpful and creative people like Samantha Foster and a team of programmers, they can create a website for any business that will leverage the...
Lit Up! A Conversation with Orange County Readers and Writers is a monthly gathering hosted by Maddie Margarita at Kean Coffee in Tustin, CA. Sponsored by Pure Fiction League, a critique group for fiction writers, the coffeehouse is transformed into a bastion for...
I use all three halves of the brain. I’m deep into my second career as a full-time professional writer, with a published novel, several produced stage plays, and many award-winning short stories. Many view my first career in engineering as so dissimilar to writing...