It’s a gloomy day out and I’m writing a gloomy sort of scene.  Michael (my vampire) and Keeli (my werewolf) have just revealed to their human friend that something bad is on the horizon, and that the next time they all see each other, it may be in the middle of a … [Read more...]

I spent the morning writing in the garage attic.  Right now that’s the best place for me to be—no telephone, no distractions—just a desk and a window and an electrical outlet.  I got five thousand words written this morning—I need to head out … [Read more...]

Hi!  There was an article recently in USA Today which featured a short interview with my editor, Chris Keeslar.  And guess what?  He gave a brief shout-out to the Crimson City series I’m working on with Liz Maverick (and some other great authors).  If … [Read more...]

I just spent the past five days in Tempe, AZ, talking to and meeting with some of the best editors, publishers, and writers in the science fiction / fantasy community.  I’m not a very social person—or rather, I’m shy, so going forth and introducing myself … [Read more...]

Lost is the best show on television.  I mean, those last five minutes blew me away.  I can’t wait to watch this entire season on DVD, just so I can savor all the clues and nuances to each character. And I finally got my personal website up and running!  … [Read more...]

I’m so excited!  Yesterday I received the first galley of Tiger Eye, and with it was about 100 cover flats of my book!!!  I still have trouble believing this is all happening, but being able to hold the cover in my hands...wow.  It’s a dream come … [Read more...]

It’s official.  I’m in love with Samurai Jack. I mean, I’ve been in love with him for a long time, but I haven’t seen him for a while, and it’s like any long distance relationship—you begin to wonder after a while if you actually had … [Read more...]

So let this be a lesson to anyone who is thinking of becoming a writer:  revise, revise, revise. And lest you think the revisions end after you sell your book, ooohhh no.  They continue.  But this is a good thing!  Because it gives you chance after chance to … [Read more...]

Yes, fall is on its merry way.  Oh, joy. I found an interesting quote today, which made me think of all the people I know, and have known, as well as those I wish I never had to know. You must constantly ask yourself these questions: Who am I around? What are they … [Read more...]

The Olympic judges are on crack.  I’d go on at length about my feelings towards these odd little individuals, but anniesj does a much better job.  My fave line? Now, go eat a cheeseburger, you tiny Russian paper clip monster, and shut the fuck up. anniesj … [Read more...]