Category Archives: Writing

Meet Declan, Robert, and Tanner (a character sketch – Until Summer)

Declan is Meredith’s teenage son–dyed green hair, a bit messy, freckles, and a smile that has a way of getting him out of trouble. Robert is her foster son, a year older–tall, well-kept, and the starting QB of the football team, though insecurities lurk under his facade. They didn’t have an easy start a yearContinue reading “Meet Declan, Robert, and Tanner (a character sketch – Until Summer)”

Q&A: Which of your stories did you enjoy writing most?

Author Q&A: Which of your stories did you enjoy writing most? This one is a little tough, because when you’re writing a story or a book, especially when the words are flowing well, each one is your favorite in the moment (at least that’s been my experience). If I don’t like writing a story, IContinue reading “Q&A: Which of your stories did you enjoy writing most?”

Meet Will Hillis (a character sketch – Until Summer)

He wants to be kind and not feel anger all the time, but the scars run too deep. As her older brother, Will sees himself as Meredith’s protector. He does all he can to fill the gap created by a missing father and to keep her and their little brothers safe from men who seekContinue reading “Meet Will Hillis (a character sketch – Until Summer)”

Q&A: What is your favorite genre?

Author Q&A: What is your favorite genre? Science fiction. I’ve loved stories, especially stories about space and other planets, most of my life. This true whether you are talking novels or cinema. Honestly, when I was younger (middle school / high school), I did judge a book by its cover. I would go to theContinue reading “Q&A: What is your favorite genre?”

The Smuggler – a short story (writing prompt Wednesday)

Here is this week’s story for Writing Prompt Wednesday (prompt at the bottom) “Stop looking over your shoulder,” I whispered through gritted teeth. Jon glanced forward again and down. “We’re being watched,” he replied. “Two officers, seven o’clock.” I didn’t bother to turn. I knew better. “Gee. Wonder why?” Jon was next in line. AContinue reading “The Smuggler – a short story (writing prompt Wednesday)”

Q&A: What authors are your favorite?

Author Q&A: Who have been your favorite authors as an adult? Michael Crichton. When I was a teenager, Crichton was at the height of his popularity. I enjoyed reading many of his books, especially those with more of a SciFi flair. That carried into adulthood. Unfortunately, he passed away a few years ago but theContinue reading “Q&A: What authors are your favorite?”