On writing, living and loving

When we first moved to rural Pennsylvania three years ago, a few well-meaning folks suggested I join a book club to get to know like-minded ...

An acquaintance once asked me to critique the first chapter of her work in progress. I didn't know her very well and I was unfamiliar wi...

I did not want to read it. I am not a fan of romance. And I generally dislike the paranormal stuff. I have a backlog of books I'd prefer...

Originally posted Feb. 5, 2009 I have learned a great deal from the folks on the forums of Absolutewrite.com, but a recent thread bothered m...

Originally posted Dec. 31, 2008 When I finally completed my novel, I took the next appropriate step. I sent copies of the manuscript to nine...