Authors often wonder what their novel might look like as a movie. Enter, Artificial Intelligence. No actors needed. Today I'm introducing a picture of my main character whose story is compelling. Julia Flores. Her photo is entirely created by AI. Someday this young girl's photo is going to come to life and her story will… Continue reading No Need for Actors
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Abandoning the Book
I can't believe it's been eleven years since I wrote the blog post I'm about to share. Over the years, it seems the issue has gotten even worse. I'd really appreciate comments on this topic. With peoples' faces buried in phone screens, reading a book is not trendy. It's old fashioned. Why imagine something from… Continue reading Abandoning the Book
A Mountain
"If you knew of a spectacular mountain that was very, very tall, yet climbable, and if it was well established that from its peak you could literally see all the love that bathes the world, dance with the angels, and party with the "gods," would you curse, or celebrate, each step you took as you… Continue reading A Mountain
Does Originality Exist?
When I went to the doctor last week for a routine checkup, I told her about my recently published book, Through His Disciples' Eyes. After I described the book's plot, she proceeded to tell me that it sounded like the Joshua Book Series and asked me if I've ever read it. The "Joshua" what? Huh?… Continue reading Does Originality Exist?
Imprisoned Muse
I always hesitate to mention that I'm writing again, because I'm afraid I might lose my muse. (In barren lands without my muse.) My muse was imprisoned for quite a while. When this happens, I try to figure out what causes me to get stuck. I think there are a couple of reasons, but today… Continue reading Imprisoned Muse
Come Over and Visit
Hi friends. Come visit me at the wonderful Jill Weatherholt's blog today. I will chat with you at Jill's place. I look forward to hearing from you.
How did we Meet?
Have you ever met anyone online that became a good friend? If you're a blogger, I'm guessing you probably have. I've met many good friends from social media, and some go way back to the 90's. I like to hear stories of how people met online, because it's such a vast space to meet people,… Continue reading How did we Meet?
Making Friends
Blogging is so much better than facebook and twitter, at least for me. I'm not a fan of expressing myself in 140 characters, nor do I care for tons of propaganda on a wall. I like to interact both in person and through some internet venues like this one. I enjoy having people comment and… Continue reading Making Friends
Novel Surprise
Remember when I wrote a post about how I have found some wonderfully, talented blogging and author friends? I said they are such kind, thoughtful and helpful people. Well, Angela Christina Archer is another one of those wonderful friends. How did I ever get so lucky? I signed in this morning to find her featuring… Continue reading Novel Surprise
Writer’s A.D.D.
I'm pleased to say that I've been writing and editing again. So, this isn't going to be one of my longer, philosophical posts. Well, maybe . . . because I seem to get easily distracted. I don't have A.D.D. in regular life, so what the heck happens when I'm writing? Am I the only author… Continue reading Writer’s A.D.D.
Missed the Mad Men Mania
While we temporarily stayed with my mom, the three of us decided to dive into Netflix. Since none of us had seen Mad Men, we started from the beginning. Important side note: We've only watched the first two seasons, so please no spoilers in the comment section. At first I was frustrated with the show… Continue reading Missed the Mad Men Mania
Who is that Pitch at the Gong Show?
Most of you are probably familiar with this television show from the 70's & 80's. The Gong Show was the original America's Got Talent (or Britain's Got Talent). I had a strange crush on the host, Chuck Barris. I thought he was adorable in those hats and when he danced to Gene, Gene the Dancin'… Continue reading Who is that Pitch at the Gong Show?
Do People Read?
Really, folks. I'm going to need your input on this one. As an author, I'm finding myself conflicted. Perhaps some of you may have a new perspective to offer, but hear me out first. Of course, I know we all read every day. We read texts, we read these blogs, we read social networks. We… Continue reading Do People Read?
Blogging from the Heart
Recently, my writer's group had a meeting to discuss publishing and marketing. We had one of our cherished members who is an experienced indie author share tips with us. She opened the meeting with what she said was the most important advice to pass along ... Author Platform. Bear with me, because this is for… Continue reading Blogging from the Heart
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