Tag: writing

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How I write! #Writing #Author #Advice

Hi Jim, I do have a question! Since you posted about a song in the beginning of this post, I’m interested in whether you ever multi-task while writing? What is your process? I usually listen to White Noise when I’m writing. Is it different for you? Maybe you listen to music, or nothing? Saniyyah Eman Hi Saniyyah, Admittedly, I’m a bit of a scatterbrain. … Read More How I write! #Writing #Author #Advice

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A Soul Siphon Question!?!? #Writing #Author #Advice

Hi Jim, I just finished reading Soul Siphon and was wondering why you were so disappointed with the book that you never wrote a sequel. Do you ever plan on writing one? Also, why does Mary seem to be a lot more fleshed out than any of the other supporting characters? Thanks, Mike Hi Mike, I’m thrilled that someone has finally come forward after … Read More A Soul Siphon Question!?!? #Writing #Author #Advice

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Drakin: An Empire of Ashes Question??? #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

Hi Jim, Me again! I was looking at the book again and was curious about the almost insta-evolution of the dragon species as you’ve set it up. As you’ve said, Qira is a G3/4 drakeas(Dragon) living on Earth. In her, we see the evolutionary changes. She’s smaller, her skin is softer, her mental abilities are stronger, and she has a hairy mane instead of … Read More Drakin: An Empire of Ashes Question??? #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

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Essential is the Marriage! #Writing #Author #Advice

Hi Jim, A central theme in a lot of your writing seems to be love. I was just wondering, as someone who is trying to get his foot in the door with romance novels, how important is marriage in your books? Thanks, Jermaine Hi Jermaine, Good question. The truth is that I’m one of a dwindling crowd that still believes in marriage. Do I … Read More Essential is the Marriage! #Writing #Author #Advice

From My Writing Playlist #Music #Metal #Writing

I’m really loving Temperance more and more with each song they put out. When to listen:  This is general playlist for me. Lot’s of positive energy in this song. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com I’ll use those comments to select my next blog post. I have … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Music #Metal #Writing

From My Writing Playlist #Music #Metal #Writing

I hesitated posting this one because… It’s an acquired taste. I know, not for everyone, but it has a very melodic sound to it. When to listen: This is a world building song. You can focus on the lyrics or melody, either way, you’re going to get some kind of idea about the world you want to build. Readers, Do you have a question about … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Music #Metal #Writing

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Favorite Book! #Writing #Author #Advice

Hi Jim, I took a look at your library on Amazon and was wondering, which of the books you’ve written is your favorite? Thanks, Lacey Hi Lacey, It’s a tough question to answer. Asking a writer to choose his favorite book is often like asking him to choose his favorite child. It’s hard to do. You love them all and often for different reasons. … Read More Favorite Book! #Writing #Author #Advice

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Drakin. Please remember to leave feedback! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

Hello everyone, so An Empire of Ashes has been out for a little while and the enthusiasm has been really awesome! I thought this would be a good time to take a moment to ask everyone who reads it to leave feedback either on Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes and Noble, or even just a nice blog post on here! Word of mouth is everything in … Read More Drakin. Please remember to leave feedback! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

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Drakin, where to buy, and what’s next? #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

Hello all! I hope everyone has enjoyed The Drakin Series!! Please don’t forget to leave me a review on Amazon once you’re done. That really helps me out a lot. Copies of these books, as well as my others, can be purchased on Amazon by following this link: James Harrington’s Author Page They’re also available at Barnes and Noble, as well as many other … Read More Drakin, where to buy, and what’s next? #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

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The Ins and Outs of Publishing, A Directory of Advice. #Writing #Author #Advice

Okay, so it looks like I’m still getting a lot of publishing questions. These are recurrent questions I get on a regular basis, and while I want to try to respond to everyone who reaches out to me, I don’t want my blog becoming redundant. So I think I’m going to repost this on a weekly basis from now on to help people navigate … Read More The Ins and Outs of Publishing, A Directory of Advice. #Writing #Author #Advice

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A Little Holiday Cheer! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

Let’s kick off the Holiday Season! WOOO!!! Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com I’ll use those comments to select my next blog post. I have been writing for several years, have 4 published works, experience with publishing and independent work, so I can hopefully be of assistance. … Read More A Little Holiday Cheer! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

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Happy Thanksgiving!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi

No major posts today! I just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, from everyone in the Drakin family to your family, I hope everyone is healthy, happy, and getting good and wasted for when your relatives start talking politics! Jack Daniels, Jim Bean, and the Kraken are our friends at this time! Just kidding, have fun, be safe, and … Read More Happy Thanksgiving!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi