The Cold Light of Fate: Independent Book Review
The Independent Book Review honors Book 5 in The Jovian Universe, The Cold Light of Fate, with a stellar review.
The Cold Light of Fate: BlueInk Review (Starred Review)
BlueInk honors Book 5 in The Jovian Universe, The Cold Light of Fate, with a starred review.
Replenish your writing mind
What do I do in between books to help my mind prepare for the next novel? It’s all here in list form.
How Painting Helped Inspire One Writer’s Practice
When guest blogger Katy Keffer moved from Kentucky to Germany just before seventh grade, she started journaling. The emotional (and physical) adjustment of moving to a foreign country where I did not speak the language morphed into a writing practice that stretched for decades. It flourished and then it fizzled. Poof! Gone. Here’s how she got it back.
The Cold Light of Fate: the first chapter
Read the first chapter of the fifth and final installment of the Jovian Universe pentalogy.
10 Lessons Learned in 4 Years of Self-Publishing
In four years of self-publishing, I have produced six books, five of which make up the Jovian Universe pentalogy. Here are the ten most important things I have learned in the past four years of my writing and publishing life.
Tips for Social Media Use
Many adults understandably shy away from social media use, but it isn’t all bad. Adhering to a few guidelines can help.
Should you set up a preorder for your book?
Should you set up a preorder? Here are five ways preorders can help your book become successful.
11 Reasons I Love My Kindle
Yes, of course I love hardcovers and paperbacks as well. But many little perks come with reading on a Kindle and some self-publishing help too.
Why Not Reward Yourself?
Put a rewards system in place and watch your page count stack up.
The Best Tool in Your Marketing Box
We are self-publishers. And that’s definitely not a bad thing unless you cannot fathom partaking in an uphill battle. I assume that you can, and if so, you are suitably equipped for a self-publishing journey.
Make 2025 the Year You Finish Your Novel—And Publish It
Many people have trouble reaching the end of their first novel. That's understandable. It’s a big undertaking however you look at it. Here’s the guidance you need to help get you through.
Kim’s Best Reads of 2024
Old, new, borrowed, or audiobook, here are the standouts of 2024.
Tips for Coauthorship
When you work with another author, there are many considerations that have to be made because you’re not going it alone. Guest blogger Emily Romero shares her insights.
The Moon Children: BlueInk Review (starred review)
BlueInk honors Book 4 in The Jovian Universe, The Moon Children, with a Notable Book starred review.
You are your own last judge
Being your own last judge means that you are in control. You are the big boss. The one who ultimately makes the decisions—all of the decisions, including which changes to make to your manuscript.
Create a Formidable Antagonist
No one is all bad, not even your antagonist. Here are some tips to bringing the bad guys to life.
Prepare to exhibit: Book festival paraphernalia
Get ready to exhibit! Banners, book swag, and more.