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TA HELL WITH A MASS MARKET (my opinion as a reader on why I love Trade Paperbacks)


I have a ton of books. I don’t know how much they actually weigh, but me and the Missus have a book buying problem. Actually, the phraseology on that is wrong. We have NO problem buying books. Ignore the fact … Continue reading

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I DON’T KNOW IF I MISSPOKE OR WAS MISHEARD (I have an opinion on which it were of course)


Sorry, I started editing an anthology that became two anthologies and I looked up and a month was gone. I’m also about to remodel the tattoo shop I own (Family Tradition Tattoo) in Marietta, Ga so lots and lots has … Continue reading

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HOW FAR CAN I CARRY YOU? (or self-reliance)


There is a thing in this world that we are falling short of. It’s something that is vital to our health as a nation and as individuals. It’s called SELF-RELIANCE. The simple truth of life is that in this life … Continue reading

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YO, HO, HO AND A BOTTLE OF TORRENT (or my contribution to International Please Don’t Pirate My Book DaY)


The other day, hell yesterday, the abominable snowman that is Chuck Wendig did a kick ass post on internet piracy. He ask for authors to join in the discussion and post up a blog with their thoughts. Here’s mine: Okay … Continue reading

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ARMAND ROSAMILIA MEET THE LOYALS AND TRUE BELIEVERS: LOYALS AND TRUE BELIEVERS MEET ARMAND ROSAMILIA


Y’all know I like to bring new folks to your attention. Here’s a fella that is hella nice and writes some truly kick ass zombie fiction. I mean Armand is truly out on the edge. He’s got a new one … Continue reading

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Reblogging a great article: 8 Writing Techniques to Win You a Pulitzer | Jane Friedman


I am reading BLOOD MERIDIAN by Cormac McCarthy because he is a total literary badass and I want to write like him.  I ran across this article, which by title sounds vaguely manipulative, but actually just gives some great advice … Continue reading

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WHAT THE HELL HAS JAMES BEEN DOING LATELY? (aka: status report)


Hello Loyals and True Believers. I hope you are well. I love you all and it is good to see you again. I have many writer friends and occasionally they post up what they are doing and how it is … Continue reading

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I GOT A NEW OFFICE (oh hell yeah)


Yep. The Daughter moved out and I have turned her room into my office. I miss her, but I do like having a place with a big monitor and no internet to write in. Her bed is still there because, … Continue reading

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YOU CAN BE WHERE I WILL BE (making it easy for fans and stalkers lol)


OFFICIAL CONTEST FROM THE  OLDE CITY, NEW BLOOD CONVENTION Dearly Beloved,  We are gathered here today, to join two awesome things in a state of increased awesomeness. Today, we’re bringing together an author/reader mini-con, and the chance to WIN YOUR … Continue reading

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THE NEXT BIG THING BLOG HOP QUESTIONAIRE


Ten Interview Questions for The Next Big Thing: What is the working title of your book? RED RIGHT HAND Where did the idea come from for the book? I love the Lovecraftian Mythos. Not so much Lovecraft’s actual writing of … Continue reading

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