Here are a few photos from last night when I read a piece at a local reading series called Juniper House. What I love most about it is that the first part of the night is an open mic night but readers are only allowed to present brand new work. Some people even take advantage … Continue reading Photos: Juniper House, 10/2/18
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Annoying Things People Say to Writers
"You should write a book about me! My life is soooo crazy!"
5 Public Speaking Tips for Your Next Reading
When you're a writer, it sometimes becomes necessary to read your work in public. And really, it can be kind of fun. A lot of times, it seems like half the battle of being a writer is getting people to read your stuff, so forcing a room full of people to sit and listen to … Continue reading 5 Public Speaking Tips for Your Next Reading
Great Closing Lines
Closing lines are just as important as opening lines, in my opinion, because this is the final chance for the author to leave an impression on the reader. You can have a phenomenal book but if the ending is garbage, your readers will be disappointed and every time they talk about the book, they're likely … Continue reading Great Closing Lines
Great First Lines
Phenomenal first lines of badass books.




