I started this blog on August 21, 2012, with the release of my first book, Titan Encounter. Most of those posts are now in what I call the “Early Blog.” I’m gradually updating their format and bringing them into this new journal. Back then the sole purpose of the blog was to promote my books, but gradually that changed.
That’s how it started but, over the years, I’ve mused about other things that are important to me, such as my family, my farm, rural life, and occasionally about politics and country. However, I try to limit the politics in this journal. If you want to know more about my political leaning go to The Conservative Alternative.
An introduction to a career as an Author, Publisher, and Entrepreneur
In one of his recent books, author and venture capitalist, Guy Kawasaki, characterized writing in the modern digital age as becoming an APE, an Author, Publisher, and Entrepreneur. After reading his book, titled APE, I concluded I already did most of the things he described.
Read MoreOne thing I enjoy about the Matrix is the different types of writers.
After a brief hiatus for an anniversary celebration, music and other summer events, the Lewis County Writers Guild is back meeting at the Matrix Coffeehouse.
Read MoreMost people think of writers as reclusive loners.
We do spend much of the day alone while we write and, I suppose writers are introspective. Some are shy but, the writers I know like to meet, talk, read and even write as a group.
Read MoreI usually avoid gatherings where writers read from their work.
I believe in my writing ability. I can draw the reader into the text and soon they hardly notice the words as they flow with the story, but when I read my own words I get nervous and often stumble. So, I avoid those kinds of get-togethers.
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