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I Could Use a Vacation… to the Moon
So naturally, in the middle of all this chaos, I started thinking about space vacations. Summer’s here, which means two things: yardwork, and wondering how my calendar filled up without my consent. Between the day job, mowing the lawn, power-washing everything that doesn’t run away, and taking the kids to Disney World (which is magical… Read More
Author, Book Club, Books, Story Telling
Fuel for the Fire: Reflections from the Minnesota Writing Workshop
There’s something electric about being surrounded by people who are passionate about storytelling. This past weekend, I had the pleasure of returning to one of my favorite creative haunts—the Minnesota Writing Workshop in St. Paul. I’ve attended this event multiple times over the years, and each time, I walk away feeling recharged, inspired, and just… Read More
Amazon, App, Author, Book Review, Books, Future Trends, Novel, Reading, Sci-Fi, Smart Phone, Smartphone, Speed Reading, Technology, Time
Digging Into the Past to Write the Future
Hey there, fellow sci-fi and speculative fiction fans! As I hunker down to finish up my latest book—set to hit shelves this summer (more on that soon!)—I’ve been diving into research for my next project. That’s the best part of writing, isn’t it? The rabbit holes you fall into along the way, each one brimming… Read More
Author, Sci-Fi, Seasons, Technology
Chilling Out with Cutting-Edge Tech: A Minnesota Sci-Fi Author’s Musing
Greetings from the icy tundra of Minnesota, where the temperatures are so bitter this week that even my coffee has given up on staying warm. As I sit here wrapped in enough blankets to outfit a small village, my thoughts naturally turned to the future—specifically, the kinds of technologies that are quietly being developed while… Read More
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A New Year, A New Adventure: Reflections and Revelations for 2025
Greetings, dear readers, and welcome to 2025! Another year has arrived, and with it, a fresh chapter for us to write together. There’s always a unique energy at the start of a new year—a mix of hope, ambition, and maybe a little too much leftover holiday dessert. It’s the perfect time to dream big, set… Read More
Author, Seasons
The Spirit of the Season: A Reflection and a Look Ahead
As another year draws to a close, it’s hard not to pause and reflect on all that has transpired. In many ways, the past twelve months have been a whirlwind of challenges, triumphs, and moments of quiet wonder. For those of us who live and breathe storytelling—whether through crafting new worlds or simply enjoying them—this… Read More