When I wonder if I've been transported to an alternate universe where common sense and the ability to think and reason for oneself no longer exists. That's especially true when it comes to what is happening in the publishing industry right now. Or maybe I'm just tired of the attacks on people I respect and... Continue Reading →
Reflections and predictions — sort of
As 2013 draws to an end, all I can say is "Finally!". There was something about this year that had me almost constantly looking over my shoulder and waiting for the next shoe to drop. Without going into boring detail, let's just say that on a personal level this was an "interesting" year and I... Continue Reading →
Links of Interest
Today finds my head firmly wrapped around things none-writing related. For four years, my son has lived in the Corps of Cadets dorms at Texas A&M University. The Corps has been an integral part of his college life and is now, at least officially, over because -- despite the fact so many degree plans at... Continue Reading →
Saturday Links and Open Floor
Here are some links that may be of interest. Kris Rusch has a great post on "Scarcity and Abundance" and how publishers are still trying to operate under the scarcity model, doing things like adding non-compete clauses into authors' contracts. This is a must read, as are all her posts. Dean Wesley Smith has a... Continue Reading →
Who is the keymaster and where is the gatekeeper?
by Amanda S. Green No, I'm not talking about Ghostbusters. Although it might be time to watch the movie again. This post has been bubbling around, trying to take form for several weeks. Kate's post this past Sunday, and the comments to it, brought it to life. A little background first. When I first got... Continue Reading →
Mad Genius Club 