If you’re an indie author, you’ve inevitably hit that lull and dove into the pit of sage advice trying to find that nugget that will change everything. For me, I don’t think my low sales have to do with my writing. I’ve been at it for a long time, and although I am not atContinue reading “Can Indie Authors Make Money with Amazon Ads?”
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The Boldest Decision I Ever Made (And How It Made Me a Writer)
Twenty years ago, I made a wild, out-of-character decision: I moved to China to teach English. I was a kid with a passport and a loose plan, stepping into a world as unfamiliar as it was exhilarating. That leap opened countless doors for me, but the one that matters most for this space is this:Continue reading “The Boldest Decision I Ever Made (And How It Made Me a Writer)”
Doldroms
Just a quick update this weekend. I’ve finished editing Duke Rhime of the Spire and started querying. I am taking a slow and systematic approach there. There is no particular rush. It is a good book with good market appeal. The Novice of Thanatos is available for preorder and will be released on March 7th.Continue reading “Doldroms”
The Novice of Thanatos is Now Available for Preorder!
It’s finally happening. After months (years, really) of crafting this story—unraveling its secrets, walking its shadowed corridors, and wrestling with its ghosts—I’m thrilled to announce that The Novice of Thanatos, book 1 of my new The Order of Thanatos series, is officially available for preorder! Its full release is on March 7, 2025, and IContinue reading “The Novice of Thanatos is Now Available for Preorder!”
Happy Lunar New Year!
If you don’t know, this past Wednesday was the Lunar New Year, and my wife and I celebrated by eating hot pot. As usual, we ate way too much. It is not a meal conducive to portion control. We dressed in red from head to foot, cleaned, and did not leave the house- all ChineseContinue reading “Happy Lunar New Year!”
A Writer’s Note-to-Self
Dear Me, I know you’ve been wrestling with questions lately about your writing—specifically, how to balance the desire for external validation and writing for the sake of writing. Destiny of the Daystar is the fourth book in a series, and you can’t expect it to take off. You knew sales would be dismal. Yes, itContinue reading “A Writer’s Note-to-Self”
What It Means to Write a Legacy Project
As the release of Destiny of the Daystar, book 4 of my Absolution of the Morning Star series, approaches (January 7th!), I ponder why I’ve chosen the last five years and ~2,500 pages to tell Erikson Gray’s tale. Some stories aren’t just books—they’re pieces of your soul, fragments of something more extensive you’re compelled toContinue reading “What It Means to Write a Legacy Project”
2024, a year in review
Another year is coming to an end. It’s time to look back and see how far we’ve come (or not). I’m rounding up my fourth year on this self-publishing journey. It hasn’t been a rocket, more like an air balloon, but I’m hopeful that 2025 will be a good year in my writing world. First,Continue reading “2024, a year in review”
Why Dark Fantasy Resonates in Our Modern World
In a world filled with uncertainties, where crises and conflicts often dominate headlines, it might seem counterintuitive that dark fantasy—a genre brimming with moral ambiguity, supernatural dread, and apocalyptic stakes—would resonate so profoundly with modern readers. Yet, its appeal is undeniable. From the meteoric success of series like Game of Thrones to the growing popularityContinue reading “Why Dark Fantasy Resonates in Our Modern World”
The Absolution of the Morning Star series trailer and other news
It’s a constant struggle to stay relevant in this business, especially as an Indie author. I’m always searching for new ways to get my work to an audience. I never know what will work, and it always surprises me, but I do the best I can with the few resources and data that I have.Continue reading “The Absolution of the Morning Star series trailer and other news”
