Introduction: Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire
Why does language use differ in fiction versus nonfiction? We might point fingers in several directions: the goal of the writing, the intended audience, the… Read More »Introduction: Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire
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Julian St. John Audley: A Character Defense
If my most recent works haven’t been clue enough, I’ve been doing a lot of writerly experimentation with point of view and perspective. Hence the… Read More »Julian St. John Audley: A Character Defense
Novella Release: Brine and Bone
So. My novella, Brine and Bone, is now available on Amazon. Here are the links: print and eBook. I hit “publish” at 12:01 a.m. yesterday and then… Read More »Novella Release: Brine and Bone
Summary and Cover Reveal: Brine and Bone
Merry Christmas, everyone! ‘Tis the season for a cover reveal! Yes, miracle of all miracles, I have a cover and summary for my Little Mermaid… Read More »Summary and Cover Reveal: Brine and Bone
2017 State of Kate: Business and Other Musings
It’s that time of year again, when I rehash the business of being. (Actually I’m a month later than last year, but who’s counting? No… Read More »2017 State of Kate: Business and Other Musings
Putting Place Names in their Proper Frames
Whenever I see fanciful or imaginative place names, real or fictional, my first instinct is not, “Ooh, how neat!” It’s more along the lines of,… Read More »Putting Place Names in their Proper Frames
And Suddenly, a Book Release: Namesake
I know I’m supposed to do something grandiose for a book release, but my anxiety is already through the roof. So, I’ve pulled the trigger… Read More »And Suddenly, a Book Release: Namesake
Cover Reveal and Summary: Namesake
At long last, a cover reveal! But first! Good things come to those who wait, but better things come to those who work. I have… Read More »Cover Reveal and Summary: Namesake
The Official Un-obligatory Project Update
I finally finished my experimental manuscript. I’ve battled this beast for over a year, and my brain wanted it done a long time ago, so… Read More »The Official Un-obligatory Project Update
Dangerous Artifacts and the Characters Who Love Them
When it comes to dangerous artifacts in a fictional setting, every writer faces at least two dilemmas: Why does everyone want this thing? Why is… Read More »Dangerous Artifacts and the Characters Who Love Them