by Jim
So I wanted to give a quick update. Our cover design has been laid out and we’re going to get to work on it soon. We still have not started the legal yet as I prefer to get one issue accomplished at a time. We’re editing the cover blurb, but here’s where we are so far… “The nightmares never end for Radley … Read More Drakin: The Orphans of Haven Update
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Perhaps a little disclosure is in order. I am not a huge fan of these guys… mostly because YouTube continuously recommends their music and their good songs are too few and too far in between. That said, this one is pretty good. It sneaked onto my playlist and has been there ever since. When to Listen: Conflict development. When you’re trying to come up … Read More From My Writing Playlist
by Jim
Hello all! So it’s been a couple of weeks now, it looks like sales are going well! Thanks BTW! So I know I haven’t been around in a while since I published Drakin and for that I do apologize. However I had some inspiration come my way… and actually managed to write out a full sequel in a matter of weeks. It’s really … Read More Drakin, where to buy, and what’s next?
by Jim
Hi Jim, I’m getting really frustrated with my writing. I’m trying to write a cover blurb for a book I just finished. I have used several others as examples and templates of what to do and what not to do. However, every time I think I’ve got it down, I go back and rewrite the whole thing because it doesn’t convey what I want … Read More A Little About Cover Blurbs.
by Jim
Actually heard this at the gym the other day. It had a pretty good sound, so I quickly Spotify’d the tune. It’s not metal, but it’s got a good rock sound to it. I added it to my playlist when I got home. When to Listen: Caffeine music!!! This song is charged with positive energy. Use it when you hit a slump or when you … Read More From My Writing Playlist
by Jim
Jim, I love the blog, and I read it as much as possible. I’ve always been a writer, it never really mattered what I was writing as long as I was writing. I’ve done lots of journaling and short stories but I really enjoy writimg comic books. I was curious if you had any tips as I have what I’ve been told are some … Read More Confident Writing, Learning to Let Go, Resources, Personal Writing Advice and Tips… and whatever else I could cram in!
by Jim
So I wanted to give a quick update. We’ve got a cover design in mind and are currently getting some ideas going on how to make it a reality. Edits on the book are going steady and everything looks good thus far. We still have not started the legal yet as I prefer to get one issue accomplished at a time. We … Read More Drakin: The Orphans of Haven Update
by Jim
Hello all! So it’s been a couple of weeks now, it looks like sales are going well! Thanks BTW! So I know I haven’t been around in a while since I published Drakin and for that I do apologize. However I had some inspiration come my way… and actually managed to write out a full sequel in a matter of weeks. It’s really … Read More Drakin, where to buy, and what’s next?
by Jim
In my opinion, there are three fathers of modern metal. They are as follows: Black Sabbath Blue Oyster Cult Rush Each had their own distinct style and each one gave birth to a different form of metal. Black Sabbath definitely opened the door to some of the heavier stuff like Black Metal, Death Metal, Thrasher Metal, etc. However I think bands like Iron Maiden … Read More From My Writing Playlist
by Jim
Note: Updates going forward are going to be titled Drakin: The Orphans of Haven Update!!!. As most of my readers know, I finished writing Drakin’s sequel soon after the Story of Raiya came out. I’m presently on the 6th draft, having run it through a couple of editors and spelling/grammar check software. This is without a doubt the most ambitious book I’ve ever written. … Read More New Book Announcement!!! (Update)
by Jim
Malmsteen is a man who needs no introduction in the Metal community. Regardless of whether you can actually pronounce his first name, you know his style, music, and look when you hear it. When to Listen: I use this as coffee. A ton of positive energy, a ton of ‘smile’ moments, and plenty of adrenaline-inducing guitar tabs. Use this when you start experiencing burnout but need to … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Disclaimer… this isn’t actually on my playlist, but it’s so ridiculous, I couldn’t not share it. I have tears in my eyes from laughing so hard. When to Listen: … Brainstorming… nope. General play… God no! Conflict… No. You know what? If you want to add this to your playlist, you figure it out. I can’t write and listen to this song, it makes me laugh … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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