by RDC | Sep 29, 2018 | reading
This month I read sequels of several beloved books, which were just as magical as their predecessors. The Stars of Summer, sequel to All Four Stars, by Tara Dairman (MG contemporary) The Dragon of Never-Was, sequel to Hatching Magic, by Ann Downer (MG fantasy) The Sea...
by RDC | Sep 22, 2018 | writing tips
As some of you know, when I’m not writing, I work as a materials engineer at an aerospace company. I recently had a conflict with one of my coworkers—I’ll call him Mr. Antagonist. Although it made my job very stressful, it ultimately taught me something about writing....
by RDC | Sep 1, 2018 | reading
Though still busy with my YA fantasy work-in-progress, I managed to make some time for reading this month. For the Beloved Author theme, I read books I’d never read before by authors I already knew and loved. A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie (mystery)....
by RDC | Aug 25, 2018 | writing life, writing tips
Writers conferences (like the upcoming Colorado Gold) are a wonderful opportunity to improve your writing skills, grow your network in the industry, and level up your career. If you’ve never been to one, I’d highly recommend giving it a try. If...
by RDC | Aug 18, 2018 | writing life
Like many writers, I suffer from impostor syndrome, lack of self-confidence, and a constant am-I-good-enough anxiety. Every now and then I hit a major milestone—a short story acceptance to a magazine, a full manuscript request from an agent—and for a few days, my...
