Tag Archives: character development

Discussing Excerpt Eleven | Marketing Mondays

In yesterday’s post, I shared the introductory scene about Finn from a work in progress, tentatively titled “Technomancer”. This book will not have any explicit content, though it may have some romantic elements, so it is a departure from my prior works. I’m hoping readers of this blog will respond to the chapter and letContinue reading “Discussing Excerpt Eleven | Marketing Mondays”

WIP: A Thrilling Introduction to Finn Miller’s Story

My last work in progress (WIP) post was a dark introduction to the world and two significant characters. This week, I’ll share the introductory scene with the main protagonist. What do you think? Does it make you want to read more? Drop a like or comment and let me know what you think. All feedbackContinue reading “WIP: A Thrilling Introduction to Finn Miller’s Story”

Architect or Gardner?

Brandon Sanderson’s Writing Science Fiction & Fantasy lectures at BYU highlight two main approaches to writing: Architects, who meticulously plan their stories, and Gardeners, who let their ideas organically develop. While many writers exhibit traits from both categories, Sanderson encourages experimenting with different styles to discover what works best for each individual.

Discussing Excerpt Ten | Marketing Mondays

My last Marketing Monday’s post was a departure from the trend of posting excerpts from my published books. Instead I posted the opening chapter of a work in progress, tentatively titled “Technomancer”. This book will not have any explicit content, though it may have some romantic elements, so it is a departure from my priorContinue reading “Discussing Excerpt Ten | Marketing Mondays”

WIP: A dark beginning

I’m trying something new on the blog now, sharing early drafts from one of my two works in progress (WIP). This first sample is the opening scene for a novel which is currently at 23k words covering the introduction (prologue) and Act One of the story. Elara heard the jailers approaching and hugged the twoContinue reading “WIP: A dark beginning”

Discussing Excerpt Nine | Marketing Mondays

The book “Cosimo,” part of the Families of the Empire series, tackles challenging themes such as explicit content, BDSM, and indentured servitude. It follows a young man’s journey toward leadership amid romance and political intrigue. Set in the picturesque town of Cardino, it offers a complex, evolving narrative available on major ebook platforms.

WIP : Opening page

I’m trying something new on the blog now, sharing early drafts from one of my two works in progress (WIP). This first sample is literally the opening page for a novel which is currently at 25k words covering the first five chapters. Can you imagine being born a god? Not the One God, but aContinue reading “WIP : Opening page”

Discussing Excerpt Four | Marketing Mondays

One of the problems with writing Erotic Science Fiction is the fact that many potential readers assume the focus is on the erotic elements rather than the underlying science fiction and general plot. To try and overcome this perception, I’ve started posting excerpts from my books that highlight some of non-erotic elements to show charactersContinue reading “Discussing Excerpt Four | Marketing Mondays”

Writing Exercise 7: Draft a Short Story

This is part of my writing exercises workbook, available to subscribers. This is a longer exercise, depending on your writing style.  However, it is not intended that you try to write a full, polished, ready to publish tale in a single setting.  It’s about getting your creative juices flowing and bringing in several of the other exercisesContinue reading “Writing Exercise 7: Draft a Short Story”