Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms-full.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # My Writers Cramp Progress, Not Perfection ## Posts ### [Beyond the Darkside: Chapter Eleven](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-eleven/) **Published:** June 20, 2023 **Author:** innocenteric **Excerpt:** The power failed, plunging the room into darkness except for the strobing flashes from the rift. The room took on a hellish quality of flame and thunder as the lightning devastated everything about it. The emergency lighting turned on almost immediately, but failed to push back the dark.  **Content:** This entry is part 11 of 15 in the series [Beyond the Darkside](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/beyond-the-darkside/) - [Beyond the Dark Side: Chapter One](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-dark-side-chapter-one/ "Beyond the Dark Side: Chapter One") - [Beyond the Dark Side: Chapter Two](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-dark-side-chapter-two/ "Beyond the Dark Side: Chapter Two") - Beyond the Darkside: Chapter Eleven - [Beyond the Darkside: Chapter Three](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-three/ "Beyond the Darkside: Chapter Three") - [Beyond The Darkside: Chapter Four](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-four/ "Beyond The Darkside: Chapter Four") ![](https://mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/plugins/jetpack/images/lock-paywall.svg) ## Subscribe to continue reading Subscribe to get access to the rest of this post and other subscriber-only content. 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Give it a watch and let me know what you think. In episode 35 of Creative Dynamos, I talk with author Eric Swett, discussing the value of local writer communities for sharing advice on writing, marketing, and events. Swett traces his path from D&D dungeon mastering to fiction, shifting from formulaic fantasy to a post-apocalyptic serial and a daily 100-word exercise that became his first published book. He describes his [Armageddon Angels](https://mywriterscramp.com/books/) series, featuring Justin—an angel who becomes the Grim Reaper—and a four-book arc focused on the horsemen, plus mystery-focused books filling a five-year gap. Swett explains his approach to world building, his blend of Christian-influenced mythology with fantasy elements, and inspirations like Supernatural and Lovecraft. We cover the benefits and costs of in-person events, strategies for low-cost venues, supportive author communities, and the guiding principle “progress, not perfection,” before sharing where to find Swett online and at upcoming events. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcreative-dynamos-podcast-eric-swetts-writing-journey%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Creative%20Dynamos%20Podcast%3A%20Eric%20Swett%E2%80%99s%20Writing%20Journey) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/creative-dynamos-podcast-eric-swetts-writing-journey/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/creative-dynamos-podcast-eric-swetts-writing-journey/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/creative-dynamos-podcast-eric-swetts-writing-journey/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/creative-dynamos-podcast-eric-swetts-writing-journey/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Creative%20Dynamos%20Podcast%3A%20Eric%20Swett%E2%80%99s%20Writing%20Journey&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcreative-dynamos-podcast-eric-swetts-writing-journey%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Writing, Armageddon Angels, Blog Posts **Tags:** DnD, Interview, urban fantasy, podcast, creative dynamos, indie author --- ### [The Hell Forged Wizard is Unleashed!](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed/) **Published:** July 31, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series [Book Sales](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/book-sales/) - The Hell Forged Wizard is Unleashed! They cast him into hell. They should have made sure he stayed there. I’m thrilled to announce the release of ***The Hell Forged Wizard***, a dark fantasy novella by **Eric Swett**, now available on **Amazon in Paperback, Kindle, and Kindle Unlimited**. This gritty, infernal tale follows **Matthew Finitz**, a brilliant and ruthless sorcerer who once walked the mortal world with terrifying power—until the **Angel of Death** betrayed him. Now condemned to the fires of the underworld, Matthew is forced to endure torment, deception, and pain that would break most men. But Matthew isn’t most men. With every trial, he grows sharper, darker, and more dangerous. He forges pacts with demons, uncovers secrets buried deep in the abyss, and fights tooth and claw to claw his way back into the land of the living. His goal? Not redemption—**revenge**. > “*The Hell Forged Wizard* peels back the curtain on one of the key villains from *The Coming Darkness* and *A Murder of Wizards*, revealing the brutal origin of a man who will stop at nothing to take back what was stolen from him.” This **standalone novella** is perfect for both longtime readers of the *Armageddon Angels* series and new fans looking to dip their toes into a world of corrupted angels, vengeful sorcerers, and grim magic that exacts a heavy price. **If you enjoy:** - morally gray antiheroes - escape-from-hell storylines - infernal bargains and brutal magic - prequel tales with teeth …then *The Hell Forged Wizard* will be right up your dark alley. **[Grab your copy now on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDBPFF5K)** – and if you’re a KU subscriber, you can start reading today at no extra cost. Hell couldn’t hold him. Let’s see who can. — Want updates on future releases, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes lore? Sign up for Eric’s newsletter [here](https://mywriterscramp.com/subscribe-today/). > [@ericswett](https://www.tiktok.com/@ericswett?refer=embed "@ericswett")The Hell Forged Wizard is on the loose. launch day for my new novella! $0.99 on Amazon. Link in the comments. [\#booktok](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/booktok?refer=embed "booktok") [\#armageddonangels](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/armageddonangels?refer=embed "armageddonangels") [\#darkfantasy](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/darkfantasy?refer=embed "darkfantasy") [\#booklaunch](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/booklaunch?refer=embed "booklaunch") > > [♬ original sound – Eric Swett](https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-7532096376197466911?refer=embed "♬ original sound - Eric Swett") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F07%2FYour-paragraph-text-1.png%3Ffit%3D752%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%20is%20Unleashed%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%20is%20Unleashed%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-hell-forged-wizard-is-unleashed%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** The Hell Forged Wizard, Writing, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** dark fantasy, novella, urban fantasy, book launch **Series:** Book Sales --- ### [Cover Reveal: The Hellforged Wizard by Eric Swett](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett/) **Published:** July 8, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** The time has come to step into the fire. I’m thrilled to finally unveil the cover for my upcoming dark fantasy novel: **The Hellforged Wizard** *An Armageddon Angels Story* ![https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDBPFF5K](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Your-paragraph-text-1.png?resize=640%2C1021&ssl=1)*The Hellforged Wizard* plunges readers into the harrowing descent of Matthew Finitz—a ruthless sorcerer whose thirst for power was eclipsed only by his betrayal at the hands of the Angel of Death. Cast into the searing abyss of the underworld, Matthew is condemned to an eternity of torment among the damned. But even in hell, his will remains unbroken. Every agony becomes fuel. Every curse etched into his flesh becomes a weapon. As he endures unspeakable trials, he forges pacts with monstrous forces, unearths profane secrets, and sharpens his dark arts to a lethal edge. His path is a brutal testament to obsession, vengeance, and the kind of magic that corrodes the soul. This standalone novella tears back the veil on one of the most feared villains from *The Coming Darkness* and *A Murder of Wizards*, revealing the monstrous lengths a man will go to defy the inescapable—and make his betrayers pay. --- ### About the Book When the veils between worlds tear open, nothing remains sacred. *The Hellforged Wizard* follows a mage whose soul has been tempered in the infernal fires—and who will stop at nothing to seize control of his fate. If you love: - Anti-Heroes scarred by darkness - A fantasy hellscape - Ancient symbols and occult power - Secrets and betrayals …this story is for you. --- ### Coming Soon *The Hellforged Wizard* will be available July 28th in eBook and paperback. Pre-Orders available on [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDBPFF5K). **Want to be the first to read it?** Join my mailing list [\[here\]](https://mywriterscramp.com/subscribe-today/) to get exclusive previews, behind-the-scenes lore, and launch day bonuses. 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Thank you for being part of this journey into the dark. **Eric Swett** ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F07%2FYour-paragraph-text-1.png&description=Cover%20Reveal%3A%20The%20Hellforged%20Wizard%20by%20Eric%20Swett) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Cover%20Reveal%3A%20The%20Hellforged%20Wizard%20by%20Eric%20Swett&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-the-hellforged-wizard-by-eric-swett%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** The Hellforged Wizard, Armageddon Angels, Cover Reveals **Tags:** Cover Reveal, dark fantasy, Fiction, urban fantasy, Writing, coming soon, Fantasy Novella --- ### [Show, Don't Tell: Body Language](https://mywriterscramp.com/show-dont-tell-body-language/) **Published:** June 24, 2024 **Author:** innocenteric **Excerpt:** One of the cornerstone pieces of advice for writers is show, don't tell. One of the places people like to focus is on character emotions. **Content:** One of the cornerstone pieces of advice for writers is [show, don’t tell](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-better-now-show-dont-tell/ "Writing Better Now: Show Don’t Tell!"). One of the places people like to focus is on character emotions. Rather than telling the reader a character is sad, write it in such a way that actions and body language show the emotion for you. It sounds easy enough, but tapping into those emotions can be a challenge if you are not used to it. Showing emotion enhances the reader’s connection to the character because of the familiarity it generates, and creating that connection can be the difference between investment and indifference toward your characters. Now, I have spent a lot of time looking in the mirror trying to identify characteristics for various emotions so I can convey them in words. While helpful, there is a certain artificiality to the practice, and has led my wife and kids to think I have lost my mind on occasion. I’ve found that the mirror method leads to a certain amount of exaggeration which can take your character from relatable to ridiculous. Movies are great resources for visualizing emotions of all sorts. As much as [Revenge of the Sith](https://youtu.be/v_YozYt8l-g?si=5nlXJ0XHcGe3OsIC) left me wanting, when Anakin tells Obi-wan that he hates him, man you know it is more than just words. When Tony Stark is devastated by the dusting of Peter Parker in [Avengers: Infinity War](https://youtu.be/JVy-6GChSrA?si=vfJsD-NU-_0fUFHa), it hits you like a hammer without him having to say a word. The movies are rife with non-verbal queues and I recommend taking notes when you can. However, sometimes, you need a quick and easy list to refer to, so I thought I would do just that. Below are some common emotions and some visual queues that go along with them. This list is not definitive and is very much Western culture oriented, but it is a good starting place to work from. I use it as a reference when I need to inject a little showing of emotions and I don’t want to spend time staring at the mirror. ### 1. **Happiness** - **Smile:** Genuine smiles involve the mouth and eyes, with “crow’s feet” appearing around the eyes. - **Relaxed posture:** Shoulders down, arms at sides or gesturing freely. - **Open body language:** Uncrossed arms and legs, leaning slightly forward. - **Eye contact:** Frequent and warm. ### 2. **Sadness** - **Downturned mouth:** Corners of the lips turned down. - **Drooping posture:** Slumped shoulders, head down. - **Slow movements:** Reduced energy and slower physical responses. - **Avoiding eye contact:** Looking down or away. ### 3. **Anger** - **Furrowed brows:** Eyebrows pulled together and down. - **Tensed muscles:** Tight jaw, clenched fists. - **Staring:** Intense, direct eye contact or glaring. - **Aggressive stance:** Leaning forward, hands on hips. ### 4. **Fear** - **Wide eyes:** Eyelids raised and pupils dilated. - **Tense body:** Muscles tightened, possibly frozen in place. - **Rapid breathing:** Quick and shallow breaths. - **Covering:** Hands or arms protecting the body or face. ### 5. **Surprise** - **Raised eyebrows:** Eyebrows lifted high. - **Open mouth:** Jaw dropped slightly. - **Widened eyes:** Eyes open wide. - **Sudden movements:** Quick reactions, like jumping or stepping back. ### 6. **Disgust** - **Wrinkled nose:** Nose scrunched up. - **Raised upper lip:** Upper lip lifted, showing teeth. - **Averting gaze:** Turning head or looking away. - **Pushing away:** Hands or body moving back from the source of disgust. ### 7. **Contempt** - **Slight smirk:** One side of the mouth raised. - **Eyes rolling:** Looking away with an upward roll of the eyes. - **Head tilt:** Slightly tilted head with a dismissive look. - **Arms crossed:** Defensive or dismissive posture. ### 8. **Confusion** - **Furrowed brows:** Eyebrows knitted together. - **Head tilt:** Slight tilt to one side. - **Scratching head:** Hand movements like scratching or touching the head. - **Pursed lips:** Lips pressed together. ### 9. **Interest** - **Leaning in:** Body angled towards the source of interest. - **Nodding:** Slow, frequent nods. - **Open gestures:** Hands and arms open, palms visible. - **Focused gaze:** Direct eye contact, attentive facial expression. ### 10. **Boredom** - **Yawning:** Mouth wide open, covering with a hand. - **Restless movements:** Fidgeting, tapping fingers or feet. - **Looking away:** Gazing around the room or at a clock. - **Slouching:** Poor posture, leaning back or slumping. What would you add to the list? Is there anything you would change? What do you use for emotional references? 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Margaret asked. Evan went pale, but Aldric smiled and said, "The lab explodes and the moon falls into chaos." Aldric walked around the room to the locked liquor cabinet, reached into his pocket, and pulled an old-fashioned key for the mechanical lock. "So, it is in everybody's best interest to keep me alive." He pushed the key into the lock and turned it. The satisfying click of the lock opening made him smile. 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The containment field harmonics just fall apart once those damn signals start appearing.” Aldric is certain that the conversion and storage processes are strong enough to handle the output if they can get the strange deviations to stop. Something about them makes the whole system jump erratically, and that causes the converters to overload. Evan tapped his chin in thought, and said, “It’s almost like something is consciously trying to prevent this from working.” “That’s impossible, and you know it,” Margaret said as she stared at a bank of screens, her face lit by the flickering glow of numbers scrolling past. “There is some variable that we are missing, but I have no idea what it could be. We’ve checked everything.” Evan ran his finger through his hair and said, “Perhaps we need to look at this from a different angle. Let’s set up to run another test, but let’s keep all of the focus on interval seven, which is consistently the strongest, and see if we can make any sense of what is happening right there.” “That might work “How long do you think it will take to set things up?” Margaret asked. “Well, if we get the assistants started right away, they can have everything in place by tomorrow morning, then half a day of recalibration and setup verifications, and we should be able to start the test tomorrow afternoon if we want.” Evan leaned back in his chair and rubbed his temples. “I think it might be better to wait until the following morning so that we can run a simple simulation first.” Evan preferred a more conservative approach, and that took more time, but Aldric was growing impatient for results. “That might not be a bad idea,” she said, “but let me touch base with Aldric and see what he thinks.” “Why bother? You know he is going to push for testing as soon as possible, assuming he is willing to even wait for proper calibration,” Evan said He stood up and walked to the coffee machine. “I swear I don’t know how the man has managed to not blow himself up before now.” “Because he is smarter than both of us combined,” Margaret said. “He sees things in ways that I can’t begin to understand, and it works for him.” She was right, and Evan knew it, but that did not mean he had to like it. People like Aldric were lucky, but eventually, that luck ran out. Evan believed in the process, in tried and true methodology, and in careful testing. It kept people safe and allowed for steady progress, but it did not often lend itself to the massive leaps forward that Aldric’s reckless methods yielded. “I suppose you’re right,” Evan said, “but I would still prefer a slower approach. I don’t understand why this is so urgent to him.” Evan shook his head and looked straight at Margaret. “It doesn’t matter, I guess. He’s the boss, so what he wants, he gets.” Margaret blushed and looked away. “Yeah, he does at that,” she said. Silence hung awkwardly between them. “I guess I should go. Will I see you later?” Evan shrugged his shoulders., “Yeah, I’ll be here for a while giving all of the techs their marching orders, then making sure they understand them. Why don’t you come by later and let me know what Aldric thinks?” Evan smiled and winked at her. “If you come back early enough, I’ll even treat you to dinner at Rosewill’s. I heard they got in some Terran raised beef yesterday. I don’t know about you, but I could really go for some meat not grown in a vat.” “I’d like that,” Margaret said. “I don’t think it will take long. Aldric has a meeting this afternoon with some investors.” She walked to the door and looked back over her shoulder before saying, “he is planning something big, and he’s not even telling me about it.” The door opened, then closed once she was through, leaving Evan alone in the lab. “Something big, eh? Something that even Aldric needs investors for.” Evan got up from his desk and looked out the lone window not on the ceiling. He stared across the barren moonscape to the white tower covered in green and purple lights. “What are you up to now, Aldric?” ### Beyond the Darkside [Beyond The Darkside: Chapter Four](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-four/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbeyond-the-darkside-chapter-five%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F06%2Fcyber-3821626_640.jpg%3Ffit%3D640%252C426%26ssl%3D1&description=Beyond%20The%20Darkside%3A%20Chapter%20Five) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-five/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-five/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-five/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-chapter-five/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Beyond%20The%20Darkside%3A%20Chapter%20Five&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbeyond-the-darkside-chapter-five%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Writing, Beyond the Darkside **Tags:** testing, Writing, Fiction, Science fiction **Series:** Beyond the Darkside --- ### [How Indie Authors Can Cut Through the Noise and Get Noticed](https://mywriterscramp.com/how-indie-authors-can-cut-through-the-noise-and-get-noticed/) **Published:** April 28, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 2 of 2 in the series [Sales and Marketing](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/sales-and-marketing/) - [Independent Author Book Marketing Options](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-marketing/ "Independent Author Book Marketing Options") - How Indie Authors Can Cut Through the Noise and Get Noticed ## Introduction Being an independent author today is both thrilling and daunting. You’ve crafted a story worth sharing, but launching it into a crowded market can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, the rise of social media, digital advertising, and global online communities offers more opportunities than ever to connect with readers. In this guide, we’ll dive into **six powerful marketing strategies** to help indie authors stand out, build an audience, and drive book sales. --- ## 1. BookTok: Where Books Go Viral **BookTok**—the vibrant reading community on TikTok—is a game-changer for indie authors. A single emotional or creative video can skyrocket your book’s visibility overnight. ### How to Leverage BookTok: - Create emotional or relatable content. - Use trending hashtags like #BookTok, #IndieAuthor, and genre-specific tags. - Be authentic and engage with the community. **Tip:** Emotional reactions, relatable tropes, and even chaotic humor perform best! --- ## 2. Social Media Marketing: Build Your Author Identity Platforms like **Instagram, Twitter (X), and Facebook** offer powerful ways to connect with readers and build a recognizable author brand. ### Content Ideas: - Share behind-the-scenes glimpses of your writing life. - Tease character sketches, quotes, and book aesthetics. - Reveal your cover, host giveaways, and interact with readers. **Remember:** Authentic engagement builds a loyal following over time. --- ## 3. Book Reviews: Your Secret Superpower **Book reviews** are critical social proof that influences buying decisions and boosts discoverability on Amazon and Goodreads. ### How to Get More Reviews: - Ask readers at the end of your book and via email newsletters. - Offer ARCs to book bloggers, reviewers, and bookstagrammers. - List your book on platforms like BookSirens and NetGalley. **Note:** Authenticity in reviews—even critical ones—helps build reader trust. --- ## 4. Amazon Ads: Fight for Eyeballs Where It Counts Mastering **Amazon ads** can significantly boost your book’s visibility where readers are already looking. ### Key Ad Types: - **Sponsored Products:** Promote your book in Amazon search results. - **Sponsored Brands:** Showcase multiple titles under your brand. - **Lockscreen Ads:** Target Kindle users directly on their devices. **Start small, experiment, and refine** based on real-time results. --- ## 5. Email Marketing: The Long Game That Pays Off **Building an email list** gives you direct access to readers without relying on unpredictable social media algorithms. ### Ways to Grow Your List: - Offer freebies like bonus chapters, novellas, or world maps. - Set up a clean landing page for easy sign-ups. - Send regular, engaging newsletters with sneak peeks and insider updates. **Treat your subscribers like VIPs**, and they’ll champion your books for years. --- ## 6. Virtual Book Tours: Reach Readers Everywhere **Virtual book tours** let you connect with a global audience without ever leaving your house. ### How to Host a Virtual Tour: - Guest post on book blogs. - Appear on bookish podcasts. - Host live readings or Q&A sessions on social media. **You can DIY** or hire a virtual tour company to organize the schedule and outreach. --- ## Conclusion Marketing as an indie author is a marathon, not a sprint. By leveraging BookTok, building an authentic presence on social media, gathering honest reviews, running targeted Amazon ads, nurturing an email list, and touring virtually, you can break through the noise and build a thriving reader community. **Stay authentic, stay persistent—and your readers will find you.** # Quick Summary: Marketing StrategyWhy It MattersQuick Action TipBookTokViral potential and emotional engagementPost 2 short videos a week using trending hashtagsSocial Media MarketingBuilds a personal connection and brandPlan 3-5 posts a week on your top platformBook ReviewsDrives trust and Amazon rankingsSend ARC copies to book bloggersAmazon AdsReaches readers in buying modeStart a Sponsored Product campaign with 5 keywordsEmail MarketingBuilds loyal, direct audienceOffer a free story in exchange for sign-upsVirtual Book ToursExpands reach globallyPitch to 5 book bloggers or podcasts this month**Want more indie author marketing tips delivered to your inbox? \[Sign up for my free newsletter!\]** ### Sales and Marketing [Independent Author Book Marketing Options](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-marketing/ " **Categories:** Writing, Blog Posts, Marketing **Tags:** email list building for authors, Amazon advertising for indie authors, indie author marketing, how to sell your book, TikTok for writers, self-publishing tips, book promotion ideas, virtual book tour guide **Series:** Sales and Marketing --- ### [The Hell Forged Wizard is live on Kickstarter!](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter/) **Published:** April 29, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ### 🔥A dark fantasy novella set in the world of **Armageddon Angels** 🎉 **Launch Day is Here!** 🎉 🔥 *The Hell Forged Wizard* is now live on Kickstarter! 🔥 ![Kickstarter promo image for The Hell Forged Wizard dark fantasy novella by Eric Swett](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ascent-to-Madness-kickstarter.png?resize=640%2C401&ssl=1)Eric Swett authorI’m thrilled to announce that ***The Hell Forged Wizard***, a dark fantasy novella set in the **Armageddon Angels** universe, has officially launched on **Kickstarter**! We’re aiming to raise **$1,250** to bring this story to life—with professional editing, stunning cover design, and quality printing—and we need your help to make it happen! 📅 **Campaign ends: May 20, 2025** 🎯 **Goal: $1,250** This standalone tale follows **Matthew Finitz**, a cunning wizard betrayed by the Angel of Death and cast into the depths of Hell. But Matthew’s no ordinary soul—he’s determined to survive the torments of the underworld and forge his way to freedom… no matter the cost. By backing the campaign, you’ll be among the first to read his harrowing journey and claim exclusive rewards—including digital editions, signed paperbacks, and early backer bonuses. 👉 **Back it now on Kickstarter:** [The Hell Forged Wizard](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/innocenteric/the-hell-forged-wizards) Thank you for supporting independent publishing and helping bring dark, character-driven fantasy stories to life! \#TheHellForgedWizard #KickstarterLaunch #DarkFantasy #ArmageddonAngels #IndieAuthor #SupportSmallPress ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FAscent-to-Madness-kickstarter.png%3Ffit%3D1024%252C642%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%20is%20live%20on%20Kickstarter%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%20is%20live%20on%20Kickstarter%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-hell-forged-wizard-is-live-on-kickstarter%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Writing, Blog **Tags:** Kickstarter Campaign, urban fantasy, The Hell Forged Wizard, fantasy books, early backer reward, book launch news, indie author Kickstarter --- ### [The Hell Forged Wizard – Dark Fantasy Novella on Kickstarter](https://mywriterscramp.com/hell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025/) **Published:** April 23, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ## *A dark fantasy novella from the Armageddon Angels series by Eric Swett* I’m excited to announce that my latest book, ***The Hell Forged Wizard***, will officially launch on **Kickstarter this April 29th**. This dark fantasy novella is a new addition to the **Armageddon Angels** series—a standalone tale that delves into the shadowy origins of one of the saga’s most enigmatic villains, **Matthew Finitz**. Set between the events of *[The Coming Darkness](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-rising-the-coming-darkness-armageddon-angels-book-1-1/)* and *[A Murder of Wizards](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/a-murder-of-wizards/)*, this story follows Matthew after he’s been deceived by the Angel of Death and cast into Hell. But instead of being broken by torment, he begins to plot his escape. Through brutal trials, demonic bargains, and the unrelenting pursuit of power, Matthew becomes something far more dangerous than Hell ever expected—a wizard forged by fire and fury. ### Why Kickstarter? Although this is a shorter work than the previous full-length novels in the series, novellas still require time, care, and professional polish. The campaign’s funding goal of **$1,250** will go directly toward: - **Professional editing** - **Cover design and layout** - **Printing and fulfillment for backer rewards** - **Basic promotion to help the story reach new readers** This campaign is also a way to bring the community into the process. Your support helps ensure that stories like this—bold, dark, character-driven fantasy—can continue to thrive outside of traditional publishing models. ### What to Expect The Kickstarter will offer a variety of reward tiers, including digital editions, signed paperbacks, and bundles with other books from the *Armageddon Angels* series like *Apocalypse Rising* and *Apocalypse in the Balance*. There will also be **early bird specials** for those who pledge within the first 24 hours, and **stretch goals** including audiobook production and bonus digital content if we exceed our target. ### Get Notified If you’d like to be the first to know when the campaign launches, you can sign up now through the Kickstarter pre-launch page: **[Check It Out Here](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/innocenteric/the-hell-forged-wizards?ref=69pjux&token=38f79139)** I’ll be sharing updates, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content leading up to the launch. Whether you’ve been following the *Armageddon Angels* series from the beginning or you’re just now discovering it, I hope you’ll consider joining me for this next chapter. Thank you so much for your continued support! — **Eric Swett** Author of *The Hell Forged Wizard* and the *Armageddon Angels* series ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fhell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FAscent-to-Madness-kickstarter.png%3Ffit%3D1024%252C642%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%20%E2%80%93%20Dark%20Fantasy%20Novella%20on%20Kickstarter) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/hell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/hell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/hell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/hell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%20%E2%80%93%20Dark%20Fantasy%20Novella%20on%20Kickstarter&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fhell-forged-wizard-kickstarter-2025%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** A Murder of Wizards, Writing, Armageddon Angels, The Coming Darkness **Tags:** dark fantasy, hell, kickstarter, novella, villain origin --- ### [Discover Kingdoms of Keshanar: A Unique 5E D&D Campaign](https://mywriterscramp.com/discover-kingdoms-of-keshanar-a-unique-5e-dd-campaign/) **Published:** February 28, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Excerpt:** When I sat down to play Kingdoms of Keshanar at Ret-Con in February, I expected another solid indie campaign setting—engaging, creative, but somewhat familiar. **Content:** This entry is part 81 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Discover Kingdoms of Keshanar: A Unique 5E D&D Campaign - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ### A Surprising Experience When I sat down to play *[Kingdoms of Keshanar](https://keshanar.com/)* at [Ret-Con](https://www.facebook.com/RetconNC) in February, I expected another solid indie campaign setting—engaging, creative, but somewhat familiar. What I found, however, was a deeply immersive world that felt refreshingly distinct. Rather than relying on familiar tropes, it crafts an experience that feels both authentic and dynamic, blending cultural inspiration with compelling game design. ### A World That Feels Alive The Egyptian-inspired setting is more than just an aesthetic choice. The developers have built a world that feels lived-in, where the sun-scorched streets and whispering desert winds create a tangible atmosphere. It’s not just about the architecture or mythology—it’s the way these elements influence every aspect of gameplay, making the setting a crucial part of the experience rather than just a backdrop. ### A 5E Dungeons & Dragons Campaign Setting At its core, *Kingdoms of Keshanar* is a campaign setting designed for 5E Dungeons & Dragons, offering players and Dungeon Masters an entirely fresh world to explore. It seamlessly integrates with the familiar mechanics of 5E while introducing unique elements that make the setting stand out. Whether you’re looking to embark on an epic adventure or craft intricate political intrigue, Keshenar provides a richly detailed canvas. ### Unique Races and Classes One of the standout features of *Kingdoms of Keshanar* is its diverse array of races and classes. Instead of the usual fantasy staples with minor tweaks, the game introduces entirely original choices that push players into fresh storytelling territory. These options feel both unique and intuitive, encouraging new ways to approach character development and roleplay. ### Gameplay That Just Works The mechanics of *Kingdoms of Keshanar* feel carefully designed to enhance immersion rather than distract from it. Combat is dynamic, rewarding strategic thinking without bogging down the pace. Roleplaying is rich and nuanced, giving players room to develop deep connections with the world and its inhabitants. Everything feels refined and well-balanced, a testament to thorough playtesting and thoughtful design. ### Looking Ahead: The Kickstarter The most exciting part? This is just the beginning. With a [Kickstarter](https://launch.keshanar.com/?_gl=1*m2v5g6*_ga*MTMyMzU4OTA0NC4xNzM5MDUyODAx*_ga_1H042WTYXJ*MTc0MDc2NzczNC4zLjAuMTc0MDc2NzczNC4wLjAuMA..) campaign on the horizon, *Kingdoms of Keshanar* is poised to expand its reach and refine its offerings even further. I, for one, am eager to see what’s next—and fully intend to support this project as it continues to grow. If the demo experience is any indication, this is a game well worth backing. ### Reviews [Review: Dead Life #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/review-dead-life-1/ " **Categories:** Dungeons and Dragons, Blogs, gaming **Tags:** DnD, review, Roleplaying, convention, ttrpg, Egypt **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Poem: Ephemera](https://mywriterscramp.com/ephemera/) **Published:** January 2, 2025 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I thought of her this morning. The memory is intense and unwelcome. Does she think of me? Does she wonder? The fire and passion is gone. Smoke is all that remains. 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You do a quick look on social media for any writing groups and you will find meme after meme and reel after reel about how writers love to procrastinate and then hate themselves for it afterward. They wait for their muse to come calling, but she has other plans for the day. The lengths we’ll go to to avoid writing are amazing. I do it all the time. One item of writing advice I have run across from time to time regarding this is that you should write when the muse strikes. It seems like good advice on the face of it. Write when the mood strikes you, don’t force it., You’ll write better when you are in the mood and feel motivated. Solid thinking on the surface of it, but to be honest, I’m old and it feels very…Gen Z. No, before you bombard the comments with hate for me disparaging Gen Z, let me add that I think there is a lot of awesome in Gen Z. I am raising three Gen-Z kids myself and there is so much about them and their generation that I think is awesome and I wish my generation (X) would have embraced or even thought of when I was younger. So, no hate please, you Gen Z kids are way cooler than most of us old folks give you credit for. So why do I think waiting for your Muse sounds Gen-Z? To be honest, it just feels like it, given stereotypes about laziness and a sense that things should come easy to them fits nicely into this mindset. Don’t do the work if it is hard and the rewards aren’t enough. I guess the high salary expectations without experience feeds the feeling. I know plenty of Gen-Z that work harder than some millennials I know. They are stereotypes and meme fodder, but their prevalence has seeped into the general zeitgeist. The funny thing is, the Muse question is hardly a Gen-Z thing. Since art existed, artists have procrastinated and claimed their muse abandoned them. Perhaps they need a new muse. > O! for a muse of fire, that would ascend the brightest heaven of invention. > > [William Shakespeare](https://www.brainyquote.com/authors/william-shakespeare-quotes) > > So, what had me thinking about muses when it comes to writing? I like to listen to [YouTube](http://youtube.com) while I am working or writing, and I happened upon a video by Brandon Sanderson and Tim Hickson, in which they discussed the worst writing advice they have heard. It is a really great video (embedded below) with some great advice from accomplished writers. The one thing that struck me hardest was the third piece of advice: Wait for your muse to strike. Brandon Sanderson talks about how writers need to write rather than wait for inspiration to strike. Amazingly, if you force yourself to sit down and write you might just find that your muse will wake up and you’ll get writing done. Habits matter and lead to progress at a faster pace than if you wait until you are inspired. This little six-minute segment kicked me right in the butt. I do not wait for inspiration to hit, but I have been all too willing not to write for a myriad of reasons that really are just excuses not to. I’m working on my fifth book and I am nearing the end, but my motivation has been in short supply, so I have stalled out on my progress, but no more. Since watching the video, I have committed to getting 500 words a day written and I am happy to say I am three for three as of the time of writing this. Of course, building a habit takes more than three days, but I’m determined to get there and get this book done soon. I’m not sure how I will fit editing and revising into my plans, but that is a bridge I will cross when I get to it. Do you write every day? What sort of schedule do you keep? What are your word goals? 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One popular platform that provides a vast selection of TTRPG supplements is [Drivethru RPG](http://drivethrurpg.com). But how do you know which supplements are worth your time and money? Let’s explore the quality of independent tabletop RPG supplements found on Drivethru RPG. ## What is Drivethru RPG? For those who are unfamiliar, Drivethru RPG is an online marketplace that specializes in digital and print-on-demand RPG products. It’s a platform where independent game designers and publishers can sell their creations directly to the gaming community, and established publishers can sell their older catalogs in PDF format. With thousands of supplements available, it can be a challenge to determine which ones are worth checking out. ## The Good, the Great, and the Must-Haves One of the great things about Drivethru RPG is the variety of RPG supplements available. From adventures and campaign settings to rulebooks and character sheets, you can find just about anything you need to enhance your gaming experience. However, not all supplements are created equal. There are some truly exceptional independent TTRPG supplements on Drivethru RPG that are worth every penny. These books go above and beyond, providing unique and innovative content that adds depth and excitement to your games. Whether it’s a well-crafted adventure with compelling storytelling or a comprehensive rulebook that introduces fresh mechanics, these supplements are the cream of the crop. On the other hand, there are also supplements that fall into the “good” category. While they may not be groundbreaking or revolutionary, they still offer solid content that can enhance your gaming sessions. These supplements may provide additional options for character customization, new monsters to challenge your players, or interesting locations to explore. They may not blow you away, but they’re definitely worth considering. There are also those that you can safely skip. These supplements may be poorly written, unbalanced, or simply not offer anything new or exciting. It’s important to read reviews and previews before making a purchase to ensure you’re getting a quality product. ## How to Determine Quality So, how can you determine the quality of an independent RPG supplement on Drivethru RPG? Here are a few tips: 1. Read reviews: Take the time to read reviews from other gamers who have purchased and used the supplement. Look for reviews that provide detailed feedback and highlight both the strengths and weaknesses of the product. 2. Preview the content: Many supplements on Drivethru RPG offer preview options, allowing you to get a glimpse of what’s inside. Take advantage of this feature and see if the writing style, artwork, and overall presentation meet your expectations. 3. Research the publisher: If you come across a supplement from a publisher you’re unfamiliar with, do some research. Look at their other products and see if they have a track record of producing high-quality content. ## Final Thoughts Drivethru RPG is a treasure trove of independent tabletop RPG supplements, but not all supplements are created equal. Take the time to do your research, read reviews, and preview the content before making a purchase. Look for supplements that offer unique and innovative content, as well as those that provide solid additions to your gaming experience. With a little bit of effort, you can find some truly exceptional supplements that will take your tabletop RPG sessions to the next level. Do you have a favorite supplement picked up on Drivethru RPG? 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However, with the rise of social media platforms and online communities, there are now more marketing options available to you than ever before. So, let’s explore some effective marketing strategies specifically tailored for independent authors. ## 1. Booktok If you haven’t heard of Booktok, it’s time to familiarize yourself with this growing platform. Booktok is a community on TikTok where book lovers share their favorite reads, book recommendations, and book reviews. By creating engaging content and utilizing relevant hashtags, independent authors can tap into this enthusiastic community and gain exposure for their books. ## 2. Social Media Marketing Social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook can be powerful tools for promoting your book. Create author accounts and engage with your target audience by sharing snippets of your writing process, behind-the-scenes moments, and book updates. Engage with book bloggers, bookstagrammers, and other influencers in the book community to expand your reach and gain more visibility. ## 3. Book Reviews Book reviews play a crucial role in attracting potential readers. Encourage your readers to leave reviews on platforms like Amazon, Goodreads, and other book review sites. Positive reviews not only help build credibility for your book but also increase its visibility in search results. Consider reaching out to book bloggers and reviewers in your genre to request honest reviews. ## 4. Amazon Ads Amazon is the world’s largest online marketplace for books, and running ads on this platform can significantly boost your book’s visibility. Amazon offers various advertising options, such as Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and Lockscreen Ads, allowing you to reach potential readers who are actively searching for books in your genre. Experiment with different ad formats and keywords to find what works best for your book. ## 5. Email Marketing Building an email list of interested readers is a valuable asset for independent authors. Offer a free sample chapter or a bonus content piece in exchange for readers’ email addresses. Send out regular newsletters to your subscribers, sharing updates about your writing, upcoming book releases, and exclusive promotions. Engage with your readers and build a loyal fan base through personalized email communication. ## 6. Virtual Book Tours Virtual book tours are a fantastic way to connect with readers from all around the world without leaving the comfort of your home. Partner with book bloggers, podcasters, and online communities to arrange virtual author interviews, guest blog posts, and online book launch events. These virtual events not only generate buzz for your book but also provide opportunities for direct interaction with your target audience. ## Conclusion Marketing your book as an independent author may seem challenging, but with the right strategies and platforms, you can effectively reach your target audience and gain exposure for your work. Embrace the power of social media, utilize book review platforms, experiment with Amazon ads, build an email list, and engage in virtual book tours. By combining these marketing options, you can increase your book’s visibility and connect with readers who will appreciate your unique story. Remember, marketing is an ongoing process, so don’t be afraid to try new strategies and adapt as needed. With persistence and a well-executed marketing plan, your book can find its way into the hands of eager readers. ### Sales and Marketing [How Indie Authors Can Cut Through the Noise and Get Noticed](https://mywriterscramp.com/how-indie-authors-can-cut-through-the-noise-and-get-noticed/ "How Indie Authors Can Cut Through the Noise and Get Noticed >>") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Findie-marketing%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F02%2FINNOCENTERIC_Black.png%3Ffit%3D768%252C719%26ssl%3D1&description=Independent%20Author%20Book%20Marketing%20Options) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-marketing/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-marketing/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-marketing/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-marketing/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Independent%20Author%20Book%20Marketing%20Options&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Findie-marketing%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Writing, Blog Posts, Marketing **Tags:** Amazon, Book Reviews, Booktok, Social Media Marketing **Series:** Sales and Marketing --- ### [TikTok Love](https://mywriterscramp.com/tiktok-love/) **Published:** November 30, 2023 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** > [@annalisereads](https://www.tiktok.com/@annalisereads?refer=embed "@annalisereads")A Murder of Wizards: Apocalypse Rising: Year 2 by Eric Swett [\#urbanfantasy](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/urbanfantasy?refer=embed "urbanfantasy") [\#paranormalbooktok](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/paranormalbooktok?refer=embed "paranormalbooktok") [\#paranormalbooks](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/paranormalbooks?refer=embed "paranormalbooks") [\#urbanfantasybooks](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/urbanfantasybooks?refer=embed "urbanfantasybooks") [\#preordernow](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/preordernow?refer=embed "preordernow") [\#booktok](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/booktok?refer=embed "booktok") [\#bookstoread](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/bookstoread?refer=embed "bookstoread") > > [♬ original sound – Annalise Reads](https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-7305642516404325162?refer=embed "♬ original sound - Annalise Reads") An excellent summary of a [Murder of Wizards](https://a.co/d/81bsAqR) and Armageddon Angels found in [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@ericswett?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc). Honestly, it is exciting to see someone else talking about one of my books. With the book launching in a little more than a week I’m starting to see the books showing up on more site and being promoted by people who got advanced reader copies. On 12/2/23 all of the books, including A Murder of Wizards, will be available in my shop and all North American purchases will include a dated signature in the book. If you have any questions about buying books please let me know. I am always looking for new ways to get the word out. If you are interested in a guest post, interview, or something else, please let me know, and I will be happy to talk with you about it. Have you seen A Murder of Wizards anywhere online? 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I recorded a couple of videos and I’ll be sharing one of them here in a moment. Don’t worry, it’s not me blubbering for seven minutes. I talk about the trailer’s effect and how Star Wars is a source of inspiration for me. On another note, I made my older son get out of bed a little early this morning so that I could play the trailer for both boys and Katie at the same time. Katie was less than impressed (time to start the indoctrination), but the boys were both very excited about it. You know it is good when Zachary is sitting on the couch looking a little stunned. The [Kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1281481181/apocalypse-rising-the-coming-darkness) is going well at this point. Six backers for $158 in the first two days is pretty awesome. Please check it out. Back me if you can. Share it if you can’t. I think you’ll really enjoy Apocalypse Rising: The Coming Darkness, and hitting my [Kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1281481181/apocalypse-rising-the-coming-darkness) goal will make that happen so much faster. Thank you for your support ###### Related articles - [Inspiration and Creativity](https://shopjoya.wordpress.com/2015/09/23/inspiration-and-creativity/) (shopjoya.wordpress.com) - [Five Great Inspirational Books for Men to Improve Life Quality](http://dtsgo.com/five-great-inspirational-books-for-men-to-improve-life-quality/) (dtsgo.com) - [Inspiration Monday: Sol Food](http://bekindrewrite.com/2015/09/22/inspiration-monday-sol-food/) (bekindrewrite.com) - [From Bitter to Sweet](http://movinginthepause.org/2015/09/21/from-bitter-to-sweet/) (movinginthepause.org) - [Inspiration Call: Write a Dialogue Between These Characters.](http://rajasinsight.com/2015/09/19/inspiration-call-write-a-dialogue-between-these-characters/) (rajasinsight.com) - [Having a moment: Acorns](https://fabulouscollections.wordpress.com/2015/09/22/having-a-moment-acorns/) (fabulouscollections.wordpress.com) - [Documentary Of The Week: Legends Of The Knight (2013)](http://heropresstwo.blogspot.com/2015/09/documentary-of-week-legends-of-knight.html) (heropresstwo.blogspot.com) - [Beauty As Inspiration: Romantic IMprov Haiku](https://cyranowriter.wordpress.com/2015/09/23/beauty-as-inspiration-romantic-improv-haiku/) (cyranowriter.wordpress.com) - [Designing Your Life Blog Series: Episode 3](https://authorreneebrooks.wordpress.com/2015/09/15/designing-your-life-blog-series-episode-3/) (authorreneebrooks.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Finspired-and-feeling-fine%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Inspired%20and%20Feeling%20Fine) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/inspired-and-feeling-fine/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/inspired-and-feeling-fine/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/inspired-and-feeling-fine/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/inspired-and-feeling-fine/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Inspired%20and%20Feeling%20Fine&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Finspired-and-feeling-fine%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Armageddon Angels, Apocalypse Rising, The Coming Darkness **Tags:** Childhood, Inspiration, Star Wars, The force awakens --- ### [Justin!](https://mywriterscramp.com/justin/) **Published:** October 24, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![Justin](https://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/2015-10-23-22-53-17-e1554991902186.jpg?w=640)Justin, The Grim ReaperMy oldest boy, Zachary, drew me a picture of the main character from my books, Justin aka. The Grim Reaper. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fjustin%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Justin%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/justin/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/justin/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/justin/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/justin/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Justin%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fjustin%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Art, Pictures, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Apocalypse Rising, The Coming Darkness **Tags:** art, Grim Reaper, Justin, Zachary Swett --- ### [Book Review: Galerie](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-galerie/) **Published:** October 27, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 74 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Galerie - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") **Welcome to the Galerie Tour with** **Author Steven Greenburg** ![FBHeader](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/fbheader.jpg?resize=640%2C236) **Book Review by Eric Swett** Survival is an instinct all animals share. Fight or flight. When humans are put into a position where survival is on the line, there is no telling what they might do. Fight or flight can turn to surrender or barbarism in the blink of an eye. Vanessa Neuman is haunted by survival. How did her parents, grandfather and uncle survive when so many others died during the holocaust? When her father dies, he leaves her his leather bound diary filled with the stories of other Jews, and Vanessa heads to Prague to see what she can learn, but will she regrets uncovering a past other left behind? THE GOOD Galerie is Steven Greenberg’s second novel, and it is a real page turner, but not because it is simple reading. The author’s prose is magnificent and engaging. The words draw you through the story with an urgency that can old be achieved through good storytelling. Vanessa pops as the lead while the supporting cast of family members and diary memories bring to life a story that could have been relegated to mere window dressing. Vanessa’s husband, the anxious narrator, provides the backdrop for the story that goes beyond the highly detailed locales explored by the author. THE BAD The story jumps from time to time to time and from location to location. If the author were any less skilled it might be an issues, but he weaves the story through the changes in such a way that the suspense builds faster and more intently than if the story followed a more traditional, linear trajectory. So is this bad? No, not really. THE TAKEAWAY this is a tremendous addition to the genre. It is dark and gritty at times, but the story and writing lift it up to the point of being nearly sublime. buy this book and say goodbye to your family for the weekend, because you will not want to put it down once you get started. **About the Book** Every family holds to secrets, but some are far darker, reach deeper, and touch a rawer nerve than others. Vanesa Neuman is the daughter of Holocaust survivors, and her childhood in the cramped intimacy of south Tel Aviv is shadowed by her parents’ unspoken wartime experiences. The past for her was a closed book… until her father passes away and that book falls literally open. Vanesa must now unravel the mystery of the diary she has received—and the strange symbol within—at all costs. Set against the backdrop of the Nazi occupation and the Jewish Museum of Prague—Adolf Eichmann’s “Museum of an Extinct Race”—Galerie is fast-paced historical fiction in the tradition of Tatiana De Rosnay’s Sarah’s Key. From Jerusalem’s Yad V’Shem Holocaust research center, to the backstreets of Prague, and into the former “paradise ghetto” of Theresienstadt, Vanesa’s journey of understanding will reveal a darker family past than she ever imagined—a secret kept alive for over half a century. **About the Author** Steven Greenburg is a professional writer, as well as a full-time cook, cleaner, chauffeur, and work-at-home Dad for three amazing young children, and the lucky husband of a loving and very supportive wife. Born in Texas and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, he emigrated to Israel only months before the first Gulf War, following graduation from Indiana University in 1990. In 1996, Steven was drafted into the Israel Defense Forces, where he served for 12 years as a Reserves Combat Medic. Since 2002, Steven has worked as an independent marketing writer, copywriter and consultant. To find out more about Steven Greenburg, find him on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stevengreenbergauthor), [Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/534479.Steven_Greenberg?from_search=true&search_version=service) and his [website](http://www.stevengreenberg.info/). **About the Prizes** Don’t forget to check out the rafflecopter for this tour here! This tour will 3 $10 gift cards & the more you share, the more you’re entered! ### Reviews [Book Review: The Author Mindset](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-author-mindset/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-galerie%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2015%2F10%2Ffbheader.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Galerie) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-galerie/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-galerie/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-galerie/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-galerie/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Galerie&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-galerie%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Steven Greenberg, World War II, book review, Galerie, Holocaust, Novel Publicity **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Apocalypse in the Balance For Your Listening Pleasure](https://mywriterscramp.com/apocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure/) **Published:** November 8, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Today is the last day of my Kickstarter, so I posted a video update where I read from the first chapter of Apocalypse in the Balance. I hope you enjoy it and click HERE to visit my Kickstarer Campaign and become a backer. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fapocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Apocalypse%20in%20the%20Balance%20For%20Your%20Listening%20Pleasure) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/apocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/apocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/apocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/apocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Apocalypse%20in%20the%20Balance%20For%20Your%20Listening%20Pleasure&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fapocalypse-in-the-balance-for-your-listening-pleasure%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** kickstarter, Reading, TheComingDarkness, video --- ### [ADAPT! The Survival Card Game](https://mywriterscramp.com/adapt-game/) **Published:** December 10, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Anyone who knows me knows that I love games, especially the kind you have to sit around a table and play with other people. Board games, strategy games, role-playing games, and card games are all in my wheelhouse and I’ve passed my love of games down to my boys and now that my daughter has her own board games I think it is safe to say that we are a game playing family. I want to introduce you to a new game created by a friend of mine. It is a card game called Adapt. The concept is easy and the gameplay is engaging. Before it was ready for sale, some of us got to try out the game and it is a blast. Face down the environment and your friends as you try to survive on an island wilderness. Search for relics and equipment that might just help you escape and win the game. Oh, and just so you don’t think this is a one shot deal, there are already expansions in the works that let you change the environment, the objectives and the strategies you use. Check it out and order your copy today. ![Adapt game](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/12/adapt.jpg?w=640)**The newest card game made for casual and competitive gameplay now at your fingertips.** Charlotte, NC — December 10, 2015 | North Suns Entertainment announced on December 7, 2015, the release of the core starter set that is going to change the way people view survival card games. Adapt is a highly strategic survival card game where you take on not only the environment, but your closest friends. Players take turns facing challenges on the island, exploring, hunting, and deciding when to betray the other players all while they are hunting down the precious relics to win the game. You can avoid dangerous misadventures by collecting and holding onto the right supplies, like the fanny pack! Fight your way to ultimate survival and collect the relics around the island for a fun game night with the family or a group of friends! The game was created by Joshua Long, Full Sail University Graduate, 2014. He feels the game works great in party situations and he would love to spread the game around the world if possible. That’s where you come in; you can buy the game now! “I am really looking forward to future expansions for the game and see where the community wants to take the game.” – Joshua Long ![Adapt game](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Adapt2-300x297.jpg?resize=300%2C297&ssl=1) **Contact Information** Joshua Long Game Designer / Founder North Suns Entertainment [www.adaptsurvival.com](http://www.adaptsurvival.com) ###### Related articles - [So Long, And Thanks for All the Cards](https://heldaction.wordpress.com/2015/09/22/so-long-and-thanks-for-all-the-cards/) (heldaction.wordpress.com) - [Pokemon TCG: XY – BREAKthrough Launches November 4 Includes New Evolution mechanic](http://mynintendonews.com/2015/09/23/pokemon-tcg-xy-breakthrough-launches-november-4-includes-new-evolution-mechanic/) (mynintendonews.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fadapt-game%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F12%2FAdapt2-300x297.jpg&description=ADAPT%21%20The%20Survival%20Card%20Game) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/adapt-game/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/adapt-game/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/adapt-game/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/adapt-game/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20ADAPT%21%20The%20Survival%20Card%20Game&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fadapt-game%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Special Offers **Tags:** Adapt, card game, Game, Joshua Long, MtG, munchkin, survival --- ### [The Sound of Silence](https://mywriterscramp.com/13192-2/) **Published:** January 9, 2016 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I saw this video of The Sound of Silence as covered by Disturbed, making the rounds on my Facebook feed, but I never had the time to check it out until early Saturday morning. I love the song’s original version and I like the band Disturbed, so I thought the combination might be interesting. I was not wrong. Don’t let the fact that they are a heavy metal band put you off of watching the video or listening to the music. The words are every bit as powerful and the music is haunting in a way that the original never quite reaches. Open your ears and your mind and check this out. You won’t regret it. \[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9Dg-g7t2l4\] ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F13192-2%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Sound%20of%20Silence) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/13192-2/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/13192-2/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/13192-2/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/13192-2/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Sound%20of%20Silence&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F13192-2%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** Cover, Disturbed, Haunting, Heavy Metal, Music, Simon and Garfunkel, video --- ### [Writing Better Now: Show Don't Tell!](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-better-now-show-dont-tell/) **Published:** June 5, 2023 **Author:** innocenteric **Excerpt:** I wanted to share [some advice on show don't tell] here as a reminder to myself, and to help anyone else that might come across my post. **Content:** Recently I cleaned out my email inbox and came across an old tumblr post that I sent to myself. I reread it and realized I am still dealing with a lot of what is in the post, namely, expanding my writing by improving on my show don’t tell skills. Show don’t tell is a bit cliché at this point. If you have spent any time in the writing community, reading writing books, or joining any sort of writer’s group, you will have heard the phrase in one form or another. It is pervasive because it really is good advice. I used to hate it. I struggled to understand it. My writing partner when I started really taking it seriously, absolutely hated it. She considered herself a storyteller and tell is right in there. It took me a long time to understand the value of the advice. ### Never Stop Learning I wanted to share the post I found here as a reminder to myself, and to help anyone else that might come across it. The long and short of the exercise is not relying on words that allow you shortcut details that make your writing stronger when properly executed. The post provides lots of examples that might serve to fuel your own attempts at showing rather than telling. In editing my latest novel I thought my use of show don’t tell was substantially improved. It is better. No question. Reading my first book I find plenty of telling issues, while the new book is considerably better. however, I still fall into the trap of using some of the words in the article below and falling into the traps they create. You can always improve and posts like the attached have been invaluable to me. I do want to point out that I could not easily verify that the quote/advice is actually attributed to Chuck Palahniuk, but it has made me want to read his book on writing titled, [Consider This](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1538717956/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=unknownjim-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1538717956&linkId=89a82bd3224e747164947070e86f5383). Perhaps I’ll find it there. Regardless, it is some pretty good advice, no matter who is giving it. ### Train Yourself So what do you think? Does something like this help? What sort of reminders do you use? For some additional writing wisdom from Chuck Palahniuk, check out this article from [Medium.com](https://medium.com/write-stuff/consider-this-amazing-writing-advice-from-chuck-palahniuk-9ce40a00122c). You can also check out some of my latest projects [HERE](https://mywriterscramp.com/current-projects/). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwriting-better-now-show-dont-tell%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F06%2FChuck_Palahniuk_21955-scaled.jpg%3Ffit%3D1200%252C1022%26ssl%3D1&description=Writing%20Better%20Now%3A%20Show%20Don%27t%20Tell%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-better-now-show-dont-tell/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-better-now-show-dont-tell/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-better-now-show-dont-tell/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-better-now-show-dont-tell/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Writing%20Better%20Now%3A%20Show%20Don%27t%20Tell%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwriting-better-now-show-dont-tell%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Writing, writing advice, Chuck Palahniuk, Consider this, Show Don't Tell --- ### [A Quick Update](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update/) **Published:** March 11, 2023 **Author:** innocenteric **Excerpt:** I have some really good news. The Kickstarter for A Murder of Wizards has been fully funded with a little less than two weeks to go. **Content:** I have some really good news. The [Kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/innocenteric/apocalypse-rising-a-murder-of-wizards) for [A Murder of Wizards](https://mywriterscramp.com/apocalypse-rising-a-murder-of-wizards/ "Apocalypse Rising: A Murder of Wizards") has been fully funded with a little less than two weeks to go. I’m thrilled and so grateful. I took a bit of a risk and it has paid off so far thanks to the backers. Work continues on the book with it reaching 70,500 words before the editing kicked in again. The word count is dropping as I’m tightening up the book sentence by sentence and paragraph by paragraph. Editing can be pure torture, but I am so excited that it is something I look forward to each night. For a little bit of bad news, I have not finished my post for the next panel from [Ret-Con](http://ret-con.org "Ret-Con"). I will have it done this weekend. With a short week do to a quick vacation and then playing catch up all week long, I let myself get a bit behind. Add to it that I am painting the inside of my house this weekend and I am sure you’ll excuse the slight delay. If you get a chance to go to the Kickstarter page you’ll get an early preview of the cover for the book, otherwise you will have to wait to see it here. Make sure to check back here to get the next panel post and for updates on the new book and the kickstarter campaign. Things are starting to move fast and I’m excited to share all of it with you. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-quick-update%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F01%2Fks2.png%3Ffit%3D390%252C224%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20Quick%20Update) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Quick%20Update&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-quick-update%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse Rising, A Murder of Wizards **Tags:** conventions, Cover Reveal, editing, Fiction, urban fantasy, Writing --- ### [Nothing Like Waiting Until the Last Minute](https://mywriterscramp.com/nothing-like-waiting-last-minute/) **Published:** July 28, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Excerpt:** So for the last week I have been running a Kickstarter Campaign to prepare for the launch of my new book, Apocalypse in the Balance. **Content:** ![Apocalypse In The Balance Cover](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/AinB.jpg?resize=386%2C500&ssl=1) So for the last week I have been running a Kickstarter Campaign to prepare for the launch of my new book, Apocalypse in the Balance. I haven’t brought it here until now because quite frankly I didn’t see this as being the best place to promote the Kickstarter since I have been slacking on this site as of late. Granted, the slacking has been to the focus on finishing the editing on the very book I am trying to get paid for, but still, not much activity means not a lot of readers coming through. So, with all of that behind me, let me tell you that I have this great campaign and I have already hit my stated goal of $350. I would like to pass that number up a bit more than I already have because every additional dollar either goes towards increasing the size of my print run or toward marketing dollars. I had zero budget for marketing on my first book other than this website and one blog campaign. I would like to do a little more with it this time and see if I can’t get some decent exposure. If you back the project you will be rewarded with copies of either the new or old book depending on how much you pledge. Click the link below and take a look. You won’t regret becoming a backer to this project, and you’ll get to be one of the first people to read the sequel to Apocalypse Rising. [APOCALYPSE IN THE BALANCE KICKSTARTER](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1281481181/apocalypse-in-the-balance "Apocalypse in the Balance Kickstarter") ###### Related articles - [Kickstarter 2nd Quarter Numbers](http://www.crowdfundinsider.com/2014/07/43966-kickstarter-2nd-quarter-numbers/) (crowdfundinsider.com) - [Kickstarter is a store, after all](http://www.economist.com/blogs/babbage/2014/06/crowdfunding?fsrc=rss) (economist.com) - [\[Interview\] Kickstarter Tips for Musicians Directly from Kickstarter](http://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2014/06/interview-kickstarter-tips-for-musicians-from-kickstarter.html) (hypebot.com) - [Kickstarter campaign raises $10,000 for man hoping to make potato salad](http://o.canada.com/technology/internet/kickstarter-potato-salad-480524) (o.canada.com) - [Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen a Month Past Kickstarter](http://tagn.wordpress.com/2014/03/24/pantheon-rise-of-the-fallen-a-month-past-kickstarter/) (tagn.wordpress.com) - [Kickstarter potato salad campaign raises $36,000 from original $10 goal](http://www.newsday.com/news/nation/zack-danger-brown-s-kickstarter-potato-salad-campaign-raises-tens-of-thousands-above-10-goal-1.8715494) (newsday.com) - [Kickstarter’s potential tax costs](http://www.bankrate.com/financing/taxes/kickstarters-potential-tax-costs/) (bankrate.com) - [Coolest Cooler Kickstarter Re-Do Delivers Incredible Crowdfunding Success](http://www.crowdfundinsider.com/2014/07/43736-coolest-cooler-kickstarter-re-delivers-huge-success/) (crowdfundinsider.com) - [Chained Coffin Kickstarter](http://irontavern.com/2014/05/16/chained-coffin-kickstarter/) (irontavern.com) - [Thoughts on a Kickstarter Campaign](http://libbysinclair.wordpress.com/2013/09/22/thoughts-on-a-kickstarter-campaign/) (libbysinclair.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnothing-like-waiting-last-minute%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F02%2FAinB.jpg%3Ffit%3D386%252C500%26ssl%3D1&description=Nothing%20Like%20Waiting%20Until%20the%20Last%20Minute) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/nothing-like-waiting-last-minute/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/nothing-like-waiting-last-minute/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/nothing-like-waiting-last-minute/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/nothing-like-waiting-last-minute/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Nothing%20Like%20Waiting%20Until%20the%20Last%20Minute&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnothing-like-waiting-last-minute%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Armageddon Angels, Science fiction, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** kickstarter, Kickstarter Campaign, Marketing, publishing, sequel, Advertising, Apocalypse, Apocalypse in the Balance, Crowd funding, Eric Swett --- ### [Ret-Con 2023: A New Beginning](https://mywriterscramp.com/ret-con-2023-a-new-beginning/) **Published:** March 2, 2023 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** It has been 14 years since I went to a convention. It’s not that I did not want to go, but the timing was always off for me and I did not look too hard for one I could go to. In late 2022 I talked to my wife, Tracy, and told her I wanted to start going to conventions. She thought it was solid idea and so I started looking at options. The first Con to catch my eye was [Ret-Con](http://ret-con.org/ "Ret-Con I") in Raleigh, North Carolina. Ret-Con is a speculative fiction convention in late February and this was the first one. I thought it sounded like fun. The cost was affordable and the hotel not ridiculous. I pre-registered and booked my suite. After that it was all about the waiting. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Adios-ret-con.jpg?resize=526%2C526&ssl=1)Cut to the weekend of February 24-26. I worked a half day and headed to Raleigh with way too much stuff in the trunk of my car. It was all I could do to function that morning because I was so excited. The drive is about two hours from my house to the site, so I arrived a little after 2:00 PM. I checked in with the hotel and my room would not be available until 5. No big deal. I had a convention to check out. I went through the dealer room and looked at all of the books and other interesting items. I showed restraint and did not spend a lot of money that first day. I’ll do a post in this series talking about the vendors and authors I bought from. I attended panel after panel all weekend long and over the course of it I only missed two that I really wanted to go to. The first was ***Noir, Actually***, because it started before I arrived on Friday and I did not get there in time. The second one I did not make it to was Saturday afternoon: ***Query Pitches***. Unfortunately I fell asleep in my hotel room and woke up to late to make it. All in all I would consider it a successful trip not making it to only two panels. By the time I left Sunday morning I was tired and pleased with my first Con in more than a decade. I came away feeling inspired and excited to write. I will definitely be back next year and plan on buying my registration as soon as it is available. I will be posting about one panel a week using my notes as reference. I’ll share information about the panelists and my takeaways and I hope you find it all as useful as I did. If you have questions, attended the panels, or were a panelist and you want to add to what I write heres then I would love to hear from you. Next post I will be talking about the panel, ***Against the World: Society as a Villain***. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fret-con-2023-a-new-beginning%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F03%2F20230302_190630.jpg%3Ffit%3D774%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Ret-Con%202023%3A%20A%20New%20Beginning) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/ret-con-2023-a-new-beginning/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/ret-con-2023-a-new-beginning/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/ret-con-2023-a-new-beginning/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/ret-con-2023-a-new-beginning/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Ret-Con%202023%3A%20A%20New%20Beginning&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fret-con-2023-a-new-beginning%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Conventions **Tags:** conventions, Writing, Raleigh, Ret-Con --- ### [Book Sales, Marketing and Publishing - Part One](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one/) **Published:** February 7, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** # You Are Your Product. Be Proud of It. ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/stephen_king_comicon.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1)Cover of Stephen King For the last few days I have been thinking more and more about my book sales. I could say that it has to do with the 1099’s I received from Amazon and [Createspace](http://amazon.com/ "Amazon") this week, but to be honest I was thinking about it long before I got those oh so disappointing tax documents. After a robust October, my dales have declined dramatically. I know that part of that has been my not spending as much time promoting it. As an independent author, it is my responsibility to promote my work and to be the public face of my brand. It sounds silly, I know, but writers have to be more than their work in today’s market. People buy books as much for the personality of the writer as for the book itself. When an author reaches the lofty heights of a [James Patterson](http://www.jamespatterson.com "James Patterson") or a [Stephen King](http://www.stephenking.com "Stephen King") they can rely on their name to sell the books they write. Even a poorly written work will receive a decent amount of sales, just because of the author’s fans. I am nowhere near that level of fame and fortune, so I need to do more to make sure my book sells. I like to think of myself as an outgoing person, and I am, but I am not very good at self promotion. I have never been good at tooting my own horn. I am uncomfortable telling people how awesome I am, or how incredible my writing is. This past summer I participated in a local authors showcase at the Mooresville Public Library. I was excited about the event and spent a little of my hard earned royalty money on promotional materials (ie. bookmarks, flyers, informational sheets and a promotional video playing in a loop on my laptop) for the event. I was nervous about going there, not because I didn’t belong amongst the other local authors, but because I would have to talk up my book. I got there early and set up my half a table and waited. I talked with some of the other participants and helped people set up while the opening time crept ever closer. To my left was a lovely woman who wrote non-fiction books about the West Virgina mountain folk. She was brilliant and gregarious and did a masterful job talking up her books and her connection to the topic. At one point she even bumped me with her elbow and told me I needed to talk more. All she had for her table was a reference sheet for her Amazon page and a few copies of her books (I believe she had written three). She sold most of the books she brought with her and seemed pleased with the outcome. To my right was a well established fiction writer who had two books published. He had an easel with a big poster board picture of his latest book’s cover. He had a couple boxes of books, business cards and bookmarks on his table. He rarely sat down and he made sure to stop every person who even came close to his table. He talked up his book, his life, and whatever else he could in order to keep them in front of him a little bit longer. It was pretty incredible to watch. He was as much a salesman as an author and it seemed to pay off. He sold some books and gave away some more (even one to me). Watching him work was a definite learning experience. So how did I do? Well I was certainly overshadowed by the personalities beside me, but I can’t blame my performance on them. I sold three books that day, and all of those were to friends and acquaintances who came to the event to support me (Thank you so much. I so appreciate you taking the time out of your weekend to come to the event). I spent most of my time sitting at my table, waiting for someone to come by and ask questions or to talk to me. I gave out some bookmarks (with coupons on them even), but I did not manage to sell a single copy to anyone I did not know. I could have been more outgoing and stopped everyone who came even close to my table, but I didn’t. I was there. I know my book is good and I am a generally confident person, so how come I fell so flat on my face? I have thought about this question for some time now and I think I have a few answers. I haven’t had a chance to try them out yet, but I hope by writing it out here I will inspire myself, and maybe some others, to give it a try. The first problem was my unwillingness to put myself out there to people I did not know. I have got to overcome this shortcoming if I ever want to make it as an independent writer. I am not afraid of rejection (there is a reason a lot of my short stories end up here instead of in magazines), but I am uncomfortable talking about myself in a way that seems boastful. Getting over this is job one. I need to be able to walk up to a complete stranger and say, “Have you read Apocalypse Rising? No? Well you should! This book is great, and I should know. I’m the guy who wrote it.” The mere thought makes me cringe, but no one said progress wouldn’t be painful. The effort I put into this will hopefully allow me to do the same sort of thing with the owners/managers of the places that might sell my book. The second problem is that I am unsure how to even talk about my book. I’m sure this sounds a little odd given that I wrote it, so I should be able to describe/explain what it is all about. How can I possibly work on marketing my book when this step eludes me? I could just memorize the blurb on the back of the book and rattle it off verbatim, but that seems so dry to me. Writing the book was an emotional experience that I poured myself into. Why shouldn’t my description be just as emotional? This is something that will take a bit more concentrated effort. Perhaps I should read the book, not as its author, but as a reader, so that I can reconnect with the story and be able to share the book from that perspective. I am also going to ask some of my readers to help me with this one. Perhaps I’ll even offer a reward for the best description. I am sure there may have been more factors involved in my sub-par performance (more, bigger, better displays maybe?), but these two areas seem like the big hurdles I need to get over if I am going to a better job at marketing myself and my book. I have not attended any other events since that one and I need to spend some time looking for more author friendly venues, but until then I can work on fixing these tow problems so that when the next opportunity arises I will be ready for it. Next week I’ll talk more about marketing and getting your name out there. Heck, I’ll even talk a bit about where out there even is. Until then, hug your local independent author. I guarantee he or she could use it. ###### Related articles - [Small Presses ~ Pros and Cons](http://luminisbooks.wordpress.com/2013/02/07/small-presses-pros-and-cons/) (luminisbooks.wordpress.com) - [New Indie Book Release: 10 Keys to Ebook Marketing Success (Karen Baney)](http://www.indieauthornews.com/2013/02/new-indie-book-release-10-keys-to-ebook-marketing-success-karen-baney.html) (indieauthornews.com) - [Book Critiques – Why are they Important to your Book Sales?](http://www.indieauthornews.com/2013/01/book-critiques-why-are-they-important-to-your-book-sales.html) (indieauthornews.com) - [Do you have the write stuff?](http://r.zemanta.com/?u=http%3A//www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-21205372&a=142422219&rid=efcd09b7-264f-4b6f-85f4-22cff294a3ad&e=4b80fe9c8d58b77da271bfe5a71684de) (bbc.co.uk) - [The Perks of Being an ePublished Author](http://kimbervale.wordpress.com/2013/02/02/the-perks-of-being-an-epublished-author/) (kimbervale.wordpress.com) - [Free Book Giveaway – Be An Author](http://anneorchardwriter.wordpress.com/2013/02/06/free-book-giveaway-be-an-author/) (anneorchardwriter.wordpress.com) - [Indie Authors, Why So Serious?](http://indietafe.wordpress.com/2013/02/06/indie-authors-why-so-serious/) (indietafe.wordpress.com) - [Free Success Insights from a Bestselling Author](http://terrywhalin.blogspot.com/2013/01/free-success-insights-from-bestselling.html) (terrywhalin.blogspot.com) - [Self-Publishing Tips: Book Writing Magic](http://selfpubbooks.wordpress.com/2013/01/25/self-publishing-tips-book-writing-magic/) (selfpubbooks.wordpress.com) - [Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur (APE)](http://marketingonpinterest.com/2013/02/02/author-publisher-entrepreneur-ape/) (marketingonpinterest.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2F3dcoverar.jpg%3Ffit%3D982%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Sales%2C%20Marketing%20and%20Publishing%20-%20Part%20One) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Sales%2C%20Marketing%20and%20Publishing%20-%20Part%20One&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-sales-marketing-and-publishing-part-one%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** James Patterson, local authors, mooresville public library, Non-fiction, Amazon, promotional materials, Amazon.com, Publish, author, royalty money, authors showcase, sell books, Bookselling, Stephen King, fame and fortune, independent author --- ### [Book Review: Charlinder's Walk](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-charlinders-walk/) **Published:** May 7, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 24 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Charlinder's Walk - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “We’re not ‘afraid of’ anything except giving you lot the idea that there is *anything to talk about* involving your God. Just who are you to decide what anyone should be talking about around here, anyway?” demanded Miriam. “Maybe we do it out of concern for your souls,” Ruth offered, still just as composed as ever above her array of slender knitting needles and two-ply yarn. “Maybe we want you to start talking about what led to the Plague because we don’t want you to suffer eternal damnation in Hell for your actions.” Charlinder wanted to run home and bury himself under a pile of Eileen Woodlawn’s writings, but one look at Phoebe’s face showed him what he felt: they just couldn’t look away. Miriam began laughing again. “And who’s going to tell us what kind of behavior is going to send us to Hell? You?” she scoffed. “That is, assuming your promises of Heaven and Hell are places that really exist, which I’m far from convinced they are, but you know how I really feel about what caused the Plague, and what your God may have had to do with it?” “No, Miriam, tell me how you really feel,” Ruth said flatly. “I just don’t care one way or the other. I don’t see why anyone gives a lamb’s tail about what caused a disease that snuffed itself out almost a hundred-twenty years ago, when we have much more important things to do than argue over what might have happened. The Plague is in the past; it is history. We need to take care of the present, and if you have enough time on your hands to be quibbling about something that far in the past, then you’re not doing enough to get this farm moving into the future.” Phoebe looked extremely impressed with Miriam’s rant, but Ruth was unfazed. “But what kind of future will we have if we just make the same mistakes that brought God’s anger on our ancestors? How many of us will survive another Plague?” “And again I ask,” Miriam continued, “Who are you to know what any supposed God wants us to do, any more than the rest of us? And have you ever found it a little strange how your whole argument for why we should love God, and worship Him, and build our lives around bending to His will and honoring His divine plan, is that He supposedly brought about a disease that killed over six and a half billion people in less than two years? Have you ever considered how that looks to those of us who aren’t impressed with your reasoning for why God even exists in the first place? Any God who would do that to His creations for disobeying a moral code that He never even bothered to communicate to them is, as far as I care, not a God who deserves even our respect, much less our worship.” This time, even Ruth was shocked. She finally blinked and recovered her voice enough to say, “There doesn’t have to be any mystery in what God expects from us. It’s a pity that none of our original survivors left a Bible in good enough condition to last this long, but all you have to do is pray, and listen to what He says.” “Except I don’t think you, or any of the other Faithful, want us to pray,” Miriam told her. “You don’t want us to listen to voices only we can hear, and you don’t want us to discuss what we think may have happened over a hundred years ago. You want us to listen to you. And that’s why the rest of us don’t want to have this conversation. It doesn’t matter why our ancestors saw all their family and friends die of the Plague, because at this point, there’s nothing we can do to change the fact that it happened. Arguing about what they did to bring that disease on themselves isn’t going to make our children’s lives any easier or better. The only people who have any reason to care about why the Plague happened are long since dead.” [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/charlinders-walk-200x300.jpg?resize=200%2C300 "Charlinders-Walk-200x300")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/charlinders-walk-200x300.jpg)It is all too easy to ignore the arguments of someone you disagree with. Their argument falls on deaf ears as your counter-argument will be equally unheard. It is a rare thing to take the steps neccesary to prove your side or to disprove the other. Charlinder’s Walk, by Alyson Miers, is the story of a future where mankind has been wiped out by a horrible plague that ravaged the world. One-hundred and twenty years later the descendents of the plague’s survivors live ina world where survival means more than anything else. Work and hardship are the trademarks of the day, but there is something more, lurking in the background, and when the young teacher of an American village decides to do something about it, he will travel the length of the world in search of the answers that will save his people from self destruction. The book is a story of religion, science and the roots of society. Young Charlinder’s journey around the world makes him question everything he has ever known. When he is confronted with the true origins of the plague he must decide whether or not his own beliefs can be flexible enough to accept the truth and then what he should do with it. The author takes the reader on an atypical journey through a genre that has become even more popular as of late. It would have been easy to make the story about the journey itself, the hardships of walking such a great distance, but sh chooses to make the story about the people and the societies that Charlinder meets on his quest to discover the great truth that has plagued his village since its founding. I would definitely recommend the book. It is very well written and it will make any reader think about their own beliefs and how flexible they can truly be. **Novel Publicity Blog Tour Notes**: Wanna win a $50 gift card or an autographed copy of *Charlinder’s Walk*? Well, there are two ways to enter… 1. Leave a comment on my blog. One random commenter during this tour will win a $50 gift card. For the full list of participating blogs, [visit the official Charlinder’s Walk tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/charlinder/). 2. Enter the Rafflecopter contest! I’ve posted the contest form below, or you can [enter on the official Charlinder’s Walk tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/charlinder/)–either way works just as well. **About the author:** Alyson Miers was born into a family of compulsive readers and thought it would be fun to get on the other side of the words. She attended Salisbury University, where she majored in English Creative Writing for some reason, and minored in Gender Studies. In 2006, she did the only thing a 25-year-old with a B.A. in English can do to pay the rent: joined the Peace Corps. At her assignment of teaching English in Albania, she learned the joys of culture shock, language barriers and being the only foreigner on the street, and got Charlinder off the ground. She brought home a completed first draft in 2008 and, between doing a lot of other stuff such as writing two other books, she managed to ready it for publication in 2011. She regularly shoots her mouth off at her blog, The Monster’s Ink, when she isn’t writing fiction or holding down her day job. She lives in Maryland with her computer and a lot of yarn. Connect with Alyson on her [website](http://www.redsresources.com/), [blog](http://alysonmiers.wordpress.com/), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/alyson.miers.author), [Twitter ](http://twitter.com/#!/alysonmiers/)or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5317769.Alyson_Miers). ### Get *Charlinder’s Walk* on [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Charlinders-Walk-ebook/dp/B005W71H0S/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_1) or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/charlinders-walk-alyson-miers/1106721092?ean=2940013316492&itm=1&usri=charlinder27s%2bwalk). ###### Related articles - [Book Review: America’s plague of incarceration: The Lancet](http://julianbuchanan.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/book-review-americas-plague-of-incarceration-the-lancet/) (julianbuchanan.wordpress.com) - [Recommended Reads:The Plague](http://thereaderonline.co.uk/2012/03/21/recommended-readsthe-plague/) (thereaderonline.co.uk) - [There Is a Plague Loose Upon the Land](http://talesfromthelou.wordpress.com/2012/05/05/there-is-a-plague-loose-upon-the-land/) (talesfromthelou.wordpress.com) - [Bubonic Plague Originated in China New Research Indicates](http://izabael.com/blog/2010/12/bubonic-plague-originated-in-china-new-research-indicates/) (izabael.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/)### Reviews [Book Review: Gabriel: Zero Point](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriel-zero-point/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-charlinders-walk%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F05%2Fcharlinders-walk-200x300-1.jpg%3Ffit%3D200%252C300%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Charlinder%26%23039%3Bs%20Walk) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-charlinders-walk/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-charlinders-walk/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-charlinders-walk/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-charlinders-walk/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Charlinder%27s%20Walk&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-charlinders-walk%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** plague, Religion and Spirituality, review, alyson miers, bible, book, book review, charlinder's walk, God, Miriam, Philosophy **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: First Epiphany of the Time Vandal](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal/) **Published:** May 30, 2016 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 75 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: First Epiphany of the Time Vandal - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Rollins finished lighting his cigar. He shook out the match and laid it in the ashtray. “[Harald Bluetooth](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harald_Bluetooth "Harald Bluetooth")?” he queried, looking down at the book lying on the edge of Elijah’s desk. “Danish king, around 980 A.D.,” Elijah answered as he sat down behind his desk. “At the height of his power he ruled over most of Scandinavia. He converted all his subjects to Christianity.” He shot the director a glance. “Peacefully, I’m sure,” retorted the Director, smiling ear-to-ear. He loved tweaking Elijah about things like this. Elijah shrugged, unapologetically. “He’s just a hobby of mine,” he said. “Guys like that, the ones that were able to unite a bunch of tribes against all odds, they always interested me the most. I don’t know why.” He started typing something on his laptop. Rollins ignored him for the next few moments, puffing on his cigar to really get it going. After a few moments more, the dark clouds filling the small office, he looked back up across the desk at Elijah and chose his words carefully. “You know, Kim would have been really proud today.” Elijah’s head snapped up, a barely concealed look of pain on his face. Rollins continued, “It’s been over a year, man.” He shook his head slightly back and forth twice and paused for a moment. “I mean … I guess I just want to say that I’m proud of you too, buddy.” Elijah glared at him evenly, his gaze showing no emotion at all. “I appreciate that, Jack. I really do.” After a few more seconds of silence, Rollins stood up and walked around the desk to where Elijah was sitting. He reached out and put his hand on Elijah’s shoulder. “I know that you wish, more than the whole world, that she was here today to share this with you, to share this day. She believed in this project almost as much as you did.” M.E. Bowling. First Epiphany of the Time Vandal (Kindle Locations 295-309). Kindle Edition. ![Time Vandal](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/cover-1.jpg?resize=181%2C300&ssl=1) The Observer Effect is this strange physics principle that says the act of observation alters the outcome when observing phenomenon. The same principle can be applied to people and animals to an extent. So what happens when a brilliant scientist discovers a way to travel through time so that history can be observed and recorded? Dr. Elijah Snow learns that time travel is far more complicated than the science that made it possible as he starts his journey toward becoming the Time Vandal. THE GOOD As a general rule I am not a big fan of time travel in books and movies. too much time and effort is spent on avoiding paradoxes and alternate timelines and on and on. Sometimes it drives the story, but all too often I find that it bogs the story down or opens up gaping plot holes. Very early on in First Epiphany of the Time Vandal the reader is assured that none of that baggage will be included here. The approach to time travel is straight forward and makes way for the story itself to take center stage. This alone makes the book worth reading. When you add in the quick, but unhurried, pace, the memorable characters, and clever plot, this is a rare gem of a first outing by an author. THE BAD The one problem I had with the book was that outside of the main three characters the rest were treated as mere window dressing. Don’t get me wrong, not every character needs to have a full backstory and granular detail, but there were a couple of characters that played important roles in the story but they were given short shrift through most of the book. It is an opportunity missed by the author, but only a minor flaw in an otherwise excellent book. THE TAKEAWAY With summer approaching I would definitely consider grabbing this one and giving it a go. It is a quick, gripping read that will leave you hungry for the next installment (which the author assures me is in the works). I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in history, time travel, or science fiction. ABOUT THE AUTHOR M. E. Bowling spent most of his childhood years shuttling between various Air Force bases in Europe and the United States. As a child in a military family, he attended 12 different schools before he was 14 years old. This experience helped him gain a unique perspective on the ways that peoples and cultures vary from place to place. He is currently crafting the follow-up to Time Vandal and has outlined a third novel ‘Mary’, a fictional account of the life and death of the Indian circus elephant that was hanged from an industrial crane in a small town in Tennessee in 1916. ###### Related articles - [Shakespeare And Time Travel And Imaginary Friends: These Trailers Are Ridiculous](http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2016/05/shakespeare-and-time-travel-and-imaginary-friends-these-trailers-are-ridiculous/) (gizmodo.com.au) - [The Gritty World Of The Revisionist Puts A Pulp Fiction Spin On Time Travel](http://www.kotaku.com.au/2016/05/the-gritty-world-of-the-revisionistputs-a-pulp-fiction-spin-on-time-travel/) (kotaku.com.au) - [\*\*\*Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine – May & June 2016](http://vweisfeld.com/?p=5690) (vweisfeld.com) - [Exorcisms, Time Travel & The End Of The Age](http://truthfrequencyradio.com/freaky-friday-the-woo-crew-64027/) (truthfrequencyradio.com) - [Solution to the Grandfather Paradox](http://myscienceacademy.org/2016/05/19/solution-to-the-grandfather-paradox/) (myscienceacademy.org) - [RPG Talk: Time Travel Tips for Historians and Us Reg’lar Folks](http://siskoid.blogspot.com/2016/05/rpg-talk-time-travel-tips-for.html) (siskoid.blogspot.com) - [H2O: In Which We Discuss the Suspension of Disbelief](http://SciFi4Me.com/2016/05/20/h2o-in-which-we-discuss-the-suspension-of-disbelief/) (SciFi4Me.com) Save Save Save ### Reviews [Book Review: Galerie](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-galerie/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F05%2Fcover-1.jpg%3Ffit%3D724%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Review%3A%20First%20Epiphany%20of%20the%20Time%20Vandal) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20First%20Epiphany%20of%20the%20Time%20Vandal&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Book Reviews, History, King Arthur, M.E. Bowling, Science fiction, Time travel **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Millstones and Milestones](https://mywriterscramp.com/millstones-and-milestones/) **Published:** July 9, 2018 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Seventeen. My oldest daughter would have turned seventeen last week. Seventeen seems like such an unimportant birthday. You became legal to drive the year before, and it will be another year before you are an adult. Seventeen is just seventeen. As I sit here at the park watching my boys and my little girl play at the park, I can’t help but think there is more to being seventeen. This year would be the last she would be a child. Responsibilities sh e will never have to face would be looming around the corner. Decisions about the future would need addressing. She does not have to worry about any of that, but I wish she did. This morning might have opened with a big breakfast, if we could get her out of bed, and she would have gotten hugs and kisses until she told us to go away. We wouldn’t listen. A dinner of her choosing and a cake made by her mom (or maybe her brother since he loves to bake) would end the day. Would she go out with her friends, or would she stay home with her family? I don’t know, and I never will. My wife asked me if it would ever stop hurting. I told her no. It will always hurt when those two lonely milestones come around. For my part the grief for her, my Hailey, hangs about my heart like a millstone grinding away at the wheat of my soul with a slow persistence that I may never be rid of entirely. Thankfully, I have my wife and children to keep me whole. They are the light that chases away the darkness that wants to feed the destructive urges that lurk beneath the surface. They may never know exactly how much I love them, but I try to show them and tell them every day. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmillstones-and-milestones%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F07%2FHailey-Marker.jpeg%3Ffit%3D979%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Millstones%20and%20Milestones) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/millstones-and-milestones/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/millstones-and-milestones/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/millstones-and-milestones/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/millstones-and-milestones/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Millstones%20and%20Milestones&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmillstones-and-milestones%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** Birthday, children, Death, Family, grief, Hailey, Hailey Swett, life, loss --- ### [Review: Tart #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/tart-1/) **Published:** July 12, 2018 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 76 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Review: Tart #1 - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") I recently started working with [Geek-O-Rama](http://geekorama.alt-world.com) to do comic book reviews and last week my first review was published [here](http://geekorama.alt-world.com/tart-1). I encourage you to go and check out the site for reviews of all sorts of Geek oriented things. My latest review will drop today for the comic [Bella at the Bar](http://geekorama.alt-world.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/). I’ve been given permission to re-post my reviews here a week after the original post, so here is my review of Tart #1 Writer: Kevin Joseph Artist: Ludovic Sallé Publisher: Kechal Comics Tart Acid wakes up in a new city with no idea why she’s there until she discovers someone in need, a little boy that disappeared from the park and is still missing. If the kid needs her help, it means the supernatural is involved, and things are bad. There is a lot going on in this first issue of the comic, and there are a lot of questions left unanswered, but the story does not suffer from the lack of answers. Most of the story is conveyed through the art rather than prose and dialogue. The writing is sparse, and the dialogue is mostly brief exchanges rather than any sort of meaningful conversation, but there are brilliant moments where the writing and the art meld together to form powerful scenes that make the book well worth reading. Since the art has to carry the load in this comic, it needs to be powerful, but it falls a little short at times. The primary issue I found was that the main character’s appearance shifts from looking the part of a young girl to being an adult woman. It is off putting and unsettling when it happens and pulls the reader’s attention away from the story. As a whole, the art is good with an art-deco reminiscent style that is enjoyable and different in its style. The action sequences are well choreographed and well-drawn, but the artist excels in the moments where Tart is still and when she is smiling, as if it allows him to bring his vision to life more clearly than when she wielding her blade in anger. When all is said and done, I would give this comic a solid three and half out of five stars. If the portrayal of the main character was more consistent I would easily give it a four. You can find more on this comic at [www.kechalcomics.com](http://www.kechalcomics.com) and [tartwebcomic.blogspot.com](http://tartwebcomic.blogspot.com). ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/eric-cartoon.gif?resize=83%2C49&ssl=1)DISCLAIMER: Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments, and opinions are those of the individual reviewer. ### Reviews [Book Review: First Epiphany of the Time Vandal](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-first-epiphany-time-vandal/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ftart-1%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Ftart.png%3Ffit%3D465%252C640%26ssl%3D1&description=Review%3A%20Tart%20%231) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/tart-1/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/tart-1/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/tart-1/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/tart-1/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Review%3A%20Tart%20%231&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ftart-1%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews **Tags:** comics, Geek-O-Rama, indie comics, kechal comics, Kevin Joseph, Ludovic Sallé, Tart, comic, comic book, comic books **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Bella At The Bar: Book One](https://mywriterscramp.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/) **Published:** July 25, 2018 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 77 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Bella At The Bar: Book One - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Originally Posted on [Geek-O-Rama](http://geekorama.alt-world.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/). ![Bella Cover](https://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2018/07/bella-cover.jpg?resize=375%2C494) Writer: Jenny McDade Artist: John Armstrong Publisher: Rebellion Bella Barlow is an orphan with a dream. She wants to escape her life as a window washer working for her cruel aunt and uncle so that she can learn to be a gymnast and compete on the national team. The road is long, hard, and filled with challenges she could not imagine while balancing on her uncle’s ladder with a rag and a bucket. Bella and the Beam originally appeared as a serialized comic in the girl’s comic magazine Tammy and June in 1974 and 1975. It follows a precocious and driven young girl named Bella Barlow as she turns a chance encounter in an opportunity that leads her into the world of gymnastics. Jenny McDade’s writing for the series fits the format, and while it does feel a bit dated to modern ears, it fits the serialized format and she ratchets up the drama with a series of trials that challenge Bella every step along the way. She keeps the orphan girl plugging along with all the poise and determination of an epic hero. The art of John Armstrong is my favorite part of this book. His athletic drawings bring Bella and the competitions alive on the page. I’ve always enjoyed watching the gymnastics in the Olympics and his art portrays a deep understanding of movement and athleticism that must have taken countless hours of study to understand and even more practice to convey with such incredible clarity. While the style would not fit well in most modern books, the pure genius of it still commands a place in the artform. While this particular genre of comic is not my normal choice, I found it a delightful read with incredible artwork and give it a solid four out of five stars. You can find more on this comic at [2000ADONLINE.COM](http://2000ADONLINE.COM). ![Eric-cartoon](https://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2018/07/eric-cartoon.gif?resize=83%2C49) DISCLAIMER: Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments, and opinions are those of the individual reviewer. ### Reviews [Review: Tart #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/tart-1/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbella-at-the-bar-book-one%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2018%2F07%2Fbella-cover.jpg&description=Bella%20At%20The%20Bar%3A%20Book%20One) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bella%20At%20The%20Bar%3A%20Book%20One&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbella-at-the-bar-book-one%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews **Tags:** comics, indie comics, Jenny McDade, John Armstrong, rebellion, reviews, 2000AD, Tammy and June, Bella at the Bar, comic, comic book, comic books **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Dungeons and Dragons Again...Only Different.](https://mywriterscramp.com/dnd-again-only-different/) **Published:** October 28, 2020 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** So a couple years ago I started playing Dungeons and Dragons again. I had not played since I moved out to North Carolina (other than a sad attempt with my boys and one of their friends), and it was something I truly missed. In Oregon I ran a few different campaigns that lasted for years and giving them up was one of the hardest things about moving to North Carolina. A little more than two years ago a friend from work suggested that I check out [Roll2.net](http://roll20.net) and find a game online. I was a little skeptical, but I checked it out. I poked around a bit and decided to try running my own campaign. I put out a call for players an soon had a group together. Over the course of the next few months players left and new players took their place. I was learning a lot about how the system worked on top of remembering how to even play D&D 3.5. I am happy to say that I am on to a second campaign now, feeling comfortable with Roll20 and the rules for 3.5 again. So what is the point? Well the point is that I’m going to be posting a bit of gaming related material here along with the usual writing and such. To kick off this new addition, I am posting a few house rules that we use. If you use house rules or have a thought or two on the ones I mention here, please share. HOUSE RULES 1. **Combined Skill Rolls:** Stealth is the average of the Hide and Move Silent skill. Perception is the average of the Listen and Spot skill. Personally I think this just speeds things up in certain situations and makes more sense than having to roll multiple rolls across multiple skills. 2. **Skill Crits/Fails:** On a skill roll a Natural 1 gives a -10 to the skill check. A Natural 20 gives a +10 to the skill check. I know that there is no automatic success for a skill roll of 20 and I like it that way, but I think there should always be that element of chance even once skill levels get high. On truly powerful characters these mods will matter little, but before then they may well be the difference between success and failure. 3. **Using Spellcraft for Identify:** I actually pulled this from an old 2005 Save My Game article titled [Identifying Magic Items](http://archive.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/sg/20051125a). I chose Solution 2 and it works well. Low level items are easier to identify than more challenging items and it makes hording pearls less of a thing. It is more of an easy maintenance and playability thing far more useful for higher level players, but it smooths out some of the game play. 4. **DM Calls Bullshit:** If a player does something unexpected and cool, then I am okay with it. If they do something Game Breaking (in my opinion) then I reserve the right to call Bullshit and say it does not work. You are welcome to argue the point later, but if I feel it is necessary to kill it in the moment then I will. Honestly this is more of an anti-Rules Lawyer/Power Gamer rule. A quick search of any given spell or magic item or feat will lead you down the rabbit hole of awful things players can do with said things. Honestly, I had a player ask for the spell Locate City which I was not familiar with. I found articles right off the top describing how to use the spell to [destroy a city](https://ihititwithmyaxe.tumblr.com/post/22331104288/breaking-dd-35-the-locate-city-nuke). I don’t want to have to do that sort of policing, so this rule became a thing. So this is my humble little list. Personally I think it makes the game a little easier and a little more fun, so feel free to use them all you like. If you have thoughts on them I would love to hear it. Tell me your house rules and maybe I will add them to the list. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fdnd-again-only-different%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F10%2F80749594-5cf3-4a57-a2df-9776a23ff2a9.jpg%3Ffit%3D886%252C940%26ssl%3D1&description=Dungeons%20and%20Dragons%20Again...Only%20Different.) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/dnd-again-only-different/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/dnd-again-only-different/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/dnd-again-only-different/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/dnd-again-only-different/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Dungeons%20and%20Dragons%20Again...Only%20Different.&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fdnd-again-only-different%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** d&d, DnD, Dungeons and Dragons, gaming, roll20 --- ### [Mini-NaNo: Day Two](https://mywriterscramp.com/mini-nano-day-two/) **Published:** November 3, 2020 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Another day, another twenty-five minutes. I call that a good start. I managed to clear 632 words in today’s twenty-five, but more importantly I feel like I’ve set a path forward for the story. I even finished the chapter, so I may post it tomorrow or the next day depending one how brutal the day job is. I really need to reread the whole thing and put some sort of timeline in place so I can figure out where I am going with this thing other than the vague notion of an ending. I imagine I will have to spend some time dedicating myself to organization this weekend. So how about the rest of you? How are you doing on NaNoWriMo? Did you create your own Mini-Nano goal? Tell me about it. I want to celebrate your triumphs with you. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmini-nano-day-two%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fbackground1-scaled.jpg%3Ffit%3D1200%252C900%26ssl%3D1&description=Mini-NaNo%3A%20Day%20Two) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/mini-nano-day-two/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/mini-nano-day-two/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/mini-nano-day-two/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/mini-nano-day-two/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Mini-NaNo%3A%20Day%20Two&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmini-nano-day-two%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** mini-Nano --- ### [Twitching in the Corner](https://mywriterscramp.com/twitching-in-the-corner/) **Published:** November 9, 2020 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** A little more than a week ago I setup a twitch account and started live streaming some of the video games I play. So far I have only streamed [Mechwarrior Online](http://mwomercs.com) and [Baldur’s Gate 3](https://baldursgate3.game/). It’s been fun and I have met a few new people, so that is cool. My tagline for the streams is that I am the [Old Man Sucking at Playing Games](http://twitch.tv/innocenteric). It is a fitting monaker because I really am pretty bad at video games. Don’t get me wrong, the more I play the better I get, but even that is not enough to say I am any good really. My friends at work that I play with Joke about starting up new games they can carry me through. I could be annoyed by that, but honestly I am embracing my rank mediocrity. After a week of streaming I can tell you that it is way more fun when someone is viewing the live stream and interacting with you. If there is no interaction you are basically talking to yourself and anyone who watches the video after the fact. I actually get more views on my recordings thaan my live streams, but that may be because I stream later at night (9:30-1130PM Eastern) and people are catching them after the fact. I hope to grow the number of followers I have as I refine my channel. One thing I discovered with Twitch thata I did not know before is that they also do live streaming of D&D campaigns and an assortment of other things, so maybe streaming my Roll20 D&D game will be in the future, but for now I am keeping it on the Video Games. Do you have a Twitch stream or do you watch Twitch Streams? 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It turned out to be a really busy week for work and I added a new pastime to my online portfolio: Twitch Streaming. Playing some video games is my primary way to blow off steam, so I thought I would give the [Twitch](http://twitch.tv/innocenteric) thing a try. I’ll talk more about that on another post, but it contributed to the limited number of posts I managed this week. The good news is, as far as my Mini-Nano goes, I have managed to keep on track. Since my Day Two post I have managed to maintain an average of 651 words per day in 25 minute increments. Honestly this is the most consistent I have been in a while. I have cleaned up a couple [loose threads](https://ericswett.wordpress.com/2020/10/30/no-pants-allowed/) and started working with someone who is helping with the editing of the story. If I can catch a little break at work this week then I will post a chapter or two and I would love to get your feedback. So how are you doing with NaNoWriMo or your Mini–Nano? Are you keeping the pace, working ahead, or endlessly falling behind? 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Writer: Tini Howard Artist: Nick Robles Letters: Aditya Bidikar Publisher: IDW There was something special about the woman at the restaurant. Thalia did not know what it was, other than that she was obviously terminally ill, but that wasn’t it. No, there was something more to it, but Thalia could not put her finger on it. When Mercy Wolfe followed her into the restaurant bathroom, Thalia had no idea her whole world was about to change. Black Crown’s inaugural issue of Euthanauts is a visual masterpiece right from the beginning. Nick Robles’s art is sharp and on point, delivering a tone of brilliant contrast from the start. The muted blues and greys are accentuated with brilliant pops of color that snap the eyes into focus wherever he wants to lead you, and it is worth letting him do so. The cover is intriguing and brilliant (the alternate cover by Mark Buckingham and Eva de la Cruz is equally incredible) and the art inside continues the trend. The writing of Tini Howard is solid and draws the reader in with a mix of dialogue and exposition proportioned out in good measure, feeding off one another as the story unfolds and the reader is pulled deeper in. I am excited about seeing where this story goes going forward and I cannot wait for the next issue. This is rated a five out of five for me. You can find more on this comic at [IDW Publishing](http://www.idwpublishing.com/blackcrown/). [![](https://i0.wp.com/geekorama.alt-world.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Eric-cartoon.gif?resize=83%2C49)](https://i0.wp.com/geekorama.alt-world.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Eric-cartoon.gif) DISCLAIMER: Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments, and opinions are those of the individual reviewer. ### Reviews [Review: She Could Fly #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-could-fly-1/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Feuthanauts-1%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F08%2Feuthanauts.png%3Ffit%3D380%252C585%26ssl%3D1&description=Review%3A%20Euthanauts%20%231) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/euthanauts-1/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/euthanauts-1/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/euthanauts-1/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/euthanauts-1/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Review%3A%20Euthanauts%20%231&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Feuthanauts-1%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Reviews **Tags:** indie comics, Mark Buckingham, Aditya Bidikar, Nick Robles, Black Crown, Tini Howard, comic, comic book, comic books, comics, Eva de la Cruz, Geek-O-Rama, IDW **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Review: She Could Fly #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-could-fly-1/) **Published:** August 1, 2018 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 78 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Review: She Could Fly #1 - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Originally Posted on [Geek-O-Rama](http://geekorama.net). Writer: Cristopher Cantwell Artist: Martin Morazzo Colorist: Miroslav Mrva Letterer: Clem Robins Publisher: Dark Horse Comics A woman is seen flying about the city. No one knows who she is, or how she is able to fly, but high school sophomore Luna Brewster is fascinated. Who is she? Where does she come from? How does she fly? What does she want? Luna has some issues, but what teenager doesn’t? Her new school counselor seems nice enough, and the appearance of a flying woman is unusual, definitely not crazy, right? She Could Fly is the first issue in a four part series under the Karen Berger Books imprint of Dark Horse Comics. Being the first book means it needs to grab the reader or the second issue will never leave the shelves. Christopher Cantwell delivers on that front with a story that intrigues and characters that leave the reader wanting more. The dialogue is solid and conveys the emotions and personalities of the characters in a way that is both natural and disturbing as life and madness passes before the readers eys in the art of Martin Morazzo. The images practically leap off the page with unsettling, visceral clarity that enhances the writing rather than compete with it fopr attention. This is not a comic for kids as it is rife with adult themes and graphic violence, but it is a solid offering that will lead readers to the next issue. This dark and unusual read keeps you on your toes and makes you hunger for the rest of the series. It is a solid first offering and I give it an enthusiastic four out of five stars. You can find more on this comic at [Dark Horse Comic](https://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/3002-507/She-Could-Fly-1). 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All thoughts, comments, and opinions are those of the individual reviewer.* ### Reviews [Bella At The Bar: Book One](https://mywriterscramp.com/bella-at-the-bar-book-one/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fshe-could-fly-1%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F08%2Fshecouldfly.jpg%3Ffit%3D600%252C923%26ssl%3D1&description=Review%3A%20She%20Could%20Fly%20%231) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-could-fly-1/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-could-fly-1/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-could-fly-1/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-could-fly-1/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Review%3A%20She%20Could%20Fly%20%231&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fshe-could-fly-1%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews **Tags:** comic, She Could Fly, comic book, comic books, comics, Crime, Dark Horse, horror, indie comics, Karen Berger Books, Christopher Cantwell, Martin Morazzo, Clem Robins, Miroslav Mrza **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Review: Dead Life #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/review-dead-life-1/) **Published:** August 9, 2018 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 80 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Review: Dead Life #1 - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") This review originally appeared at [Geek-O-Rama](http://geekorama.net). Writer: Jean-CharlesGaudin Artist: Joan Urgell Colors: Folny Publisher: Titan Comics Ground Zero. Stephen did not know that getting into his grandfather’s treasures in the attic so he could play Indiana Jones with the neighbor down the trail would lead to an outbreak. He was just having fun. How would he know? Dead Life is an English reprint of the French comic, Dead Life: Crépuscule. The story starts with scenes of life. Normal conversations and disagreements between husband and wife, the casual meal with extended family as Curtis and Kate return to his parents’ home to pick up their son, Stephen. When Curtis’s dad returns to the attic to retrieve some books he notices that one of his boxes has been opened and the contents are missing. From there the story takes off and kicks into a breakneck pace that never lets up. This is the beginning of a zombie story that does not hold back, and a captivating addition to the genre. The art of Urgell is solid. It avoids the temptation to go straight for pure gore but pours on the blood and the stylized zombies in a way that conveys the horror, but lets the story drive the tragedy and terror. Gaudin’s storytelling shines as the reader is taken from the commonplace to the frenzied rush of survival and fear. The story is for a mature audience due to violence, language and occasional nudity. This is a must have for any true connoisseur of the zombie or horror genres. This is rated a four and half out of five for me. You can find more on this comic at [Titan Comics](https://titan-comics.com/c/1290-deadlife/). ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/eric-cartoon.gif?resize=83%2C49&ssl=1)DISCLAIMER: Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments, and opinions are those of the individual reviewer. ### Reviews [Review: Euthanauts #1](https://mywriterscramp.com/euthanauts-1/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Freview-dead-life-1%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F08%2Fdeadlife.png%3Ffit%3D392%252C594%26ssl%3D1&description=Review%3A%20Dead%20Life%20%231) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/review-dead-life-1/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/review-dead-life-1/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/review-dead-life-1/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/review-dead-life-1/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Review%3A%20Dead%20Life%20%231&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Freview-dead-life-1%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews **Tags:** Jean-Charles Gaudin, reviews, Statix Press, supernatural, comic, Titan Comics, comic book, zombies, comic books, comics, Folny, horror, indie comics **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The Author Mindset](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-author-mindset/) **Published:** August 6, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 73 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The Author Mindset - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ![Author](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/theauthormindset-200x300.jpg?resize=200%2C300) Ask any dedicated author and they will tell you that coming up with the idea for a story is probably the easiest part of the writing process. Sitting down and writing the book is certainly time consuming, while editing and rewriting is probably the hardest part of the process. One thing most of us fail to think about is the selling. How do we market our books? How do we get our name known by the masses? The Author Mindset, by Falcon Storm, takes a look at what it means to be an author and offers advice on the writing process and the steps to take once the story is set to paper. I listened to the Audio Book version of the book and checked it against an e-copy, but this review will include my input on the audio version as well as the content. ### THE GOOD This is a well thought out and well delivered book that new and struggling authors will find very useful. The content is brief and approaches the topic of being a writer and what that means from the perspective of a jumping off point, but it does not treat the reader like a complete novice. The information is frank and does not try to avoid the more difficult realities of being an author. There is a lot of focus on being a self published author or an author with an Independent Press, but the advice is useable by any author. Craig Beck’s narration of the book is spot on. His voice is smooth, his diction is excellent, and his sense of timing and emphasis make the audio copy of the book a complete joy t listen to. At a little more than an hour in length, it is a short read, easily taken in during a single afternoon, but it is well worth giving it a listen. ### THE BAD There is nothing bad about the books writing or reading, but I will say that some of the advice in the book can be a little jarring. I am specifically talking about the parts where the cost of suggested services is concerned. I would have liked a little more about how to deal with these needs if budgetary concerns are an issue, but that might well be a topic left best for some future book. ### THE TAKEAWAY If you are a writer, or you plan on becoming a writer, I would definitely recommend picking up this book. It might cost a little more, but I think it is worth the money to pick up the audio as well as the e-book versions. The audio book is a pleasure and easy to absorb, but the e-book has some print extras that might be handy and it makes for a much easier reference guide further down the line. Get the book on [Audible](http://www.audible.com/pd/Self-Development/The-Author-Mindset-A-How-to-Reference-on-Becoming-an-Author-Even-Before-You-Publish-Your-First-Book-Audiobook/B00ZY4MFUU/ref=a_search_c4_1_1_srTtl?qid=1436111356&sr=1-1). Get the book on [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Author-Mindset-How--Reference-Publicity-ebook/dp/B00RF192D8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1438869798&sr=8-1&keywords=the+author+mindset). 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It is a simple question. What if I hadn’t gone to work this morning? Would I still have gotten in a car wreck in the afternoon? What if I had taken Mary to prom instead of Nancy? Would I still be a teenage father? What if? Alt.History 101 asks, “What if?” on a much larger scale, considering the implications of small changes on a world scale. The collection of short stories is a fun, and often terrifying, glimpse at what might have been if the events of the past had changed. Each author is talented in their own right, but as a collective this work takes, “What if?” to a whole new level. THE GOOD The story telling collected in this book is incredible. Personally I am unfamiliar with most of the authors, but there is one I have read and reviewed before ([Pavarti K. Tyler), ](http://www.pavartiktyler.com/)but I think that is a situation I plan on remedying soon. Each story was well done with varying degrees of the fantastic. The personal perspective of the stories is part of what makes them so enjoyable. The dialogue and action feels real and makes the mind bending alternate histories feel like they are possible. THE BAD There is very little to complain about in this book or in the individual stories. A few of the stories are less straight forward in what caused the change in history, and without reading the synopses in the front of the book, the reader is left to guess what event might have caused the change. The history tackled is primarily Euro-centric, but this is a minor thing. A more global telling would be welcome, but the history is less familiar to English speakers than the history approached here. THE TAKEAWAY This is an excellent piece of speculative fiction. Any fan of the genre would do well to buy this anthology and read it as soon as possible. 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Transformation always felt like being hit in the forehead so suddenly that her consciousness fell backwards out of her body. There was a dizzying minute while she got her bearings. She’d learned not to move during that time. Theo thought the shift ought to make a vibration like a bell being struck, but without sound. It didn’t, but the tingle of ionization, like the sensation and smell that preceded lightning, followed her through from whatever magic space her body travelled. That was that: Theo was human again. She blinked, feeling overwhelmingly thirsty and itchy. She rubbed her face with her hands and then brushed her palms over her shoulders and down her arms, already chilly. Clothing didn’t change with her body, so she was bare as the day she was born. Above, in the house, an alarm clanged. Oh shit! Motion triggered? She should’ve known better. She’d been in houses where the alarm wouldn’t register the cat but would pick up a human. Cold adrenaline shot through her blood and she grinned. Time to grab and run. Against one wall was a long walking stick with a cloth wrap on a peg. She grabbed the stick and swung it at the nearest cases, shattering the glass. Taking the cloth wrap, she doubled it up and made a pouch of it, then walked carefully amid the shattered cases, trying to avoid the broken glass and grab what she could. The door swung open and the older man stared at her in shock. Theo returned the favor because his pupils were no longer a cloudy gray but red and slit like a cat’s. Wait, what? What was he? A demon? He opened his mouth and said a few words in a language Theo didn’t recognize. Magic? If magic was going down, the time to book it was long passed. Theo darted across the room, shouldered him out of the way, and sprinted up the stairs. Over the last few days, she’d cased the place well so she knew her exit: through the garden to the place where broken bricks made the wall easy to scale. It was early spring and the ground felt spongy under Theo’s bare feet. The cool air brought goose pimples to her skin. She had tiny wave of guilt as her feet trampled the newly planted garden, but that feeling evaporated when she saw how quickly the old man moved. She figured he’d be spry and fit, but something about his movements were… unnatural. Theo didn’t have the luxury to really examine him, but it was almost as if, instead of a natural run, the old guy leaped forward in too-long bounds, almost like an animal, but even then, unnaturally so as it was more jerky than graceful. Shit. That was creepy. Theo made for the wall as fast as she could. The bricks were rough on her hands and feet, but she’d done this sort of thing enough—even in the dead of winter—that she had hard callouses for palms and soles. Yep, demon or magic of some kind. Unknown (2015-03-11T05:00:00+00:00). Song of Secrets-eBook (Kindle Locations 88-116). Level Up Press. Kindle Edition. ![Booke Review](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SoS-Cover-194x300.jpg?resize=194%2C300&ssl=1) Everyone has their problems, but when those problems are multiplied by the sudden revelation that magic is real, the three young women and the young man brought to a special school where their particular talents will be explored and enhanced, they find out their not alone in their misery and that they may just need each other if they’re going to survive the challenges ahead. A cabal of humans who want to dissect those they do not understand is hunting them while they are forced to come to grips with their own tragedies and the reality of their new existence. THE GOOD The characters in this book are fabulous. Their flaws and talents are doled out with a pace that does not overwhelm the reader, but makes the characters feel so very human and familiar despite their supernatural gifts. The tension between them, both sexual and emotional, is perfect and enhances the story without becoming a dramatic focus that takes away from the adventure. The villains are despicable and the supporting characters are unique without overwhelming the story. The pace and telling of the story is well done and does not come off as herky-jerky despite the constant changes in point of view. The sex scenes are erotic without being erotica. There is a definite sense of the passion without taking it down a road where titillation is the end result. THE BAD There’s not much to complain about with this book. I wish it were a little longer, but it is obviously the first book in a series and I suppose it would be too much to ask for a complete resolution of issues in the introductory novel. THE TAKEAWAY This is a very good book. If you like urban fantasy or paranormal romance novels then you should definitely enjoy this book. I would definitely recommend giving it a read, but be warned, you’ll be stuck waiting for the sequel and that seems almost cruel. ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! Welcome to another exciting publishing house spotlight tour from Novel Publicity. Join us as two new titles from Rachel Calish–we’re calling them the Calish Couple—tour the blogosphere in a way that just can’t be ignored. And, hey, we’ve got prizes! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win either a $50 Amazon gift card, an autographed copy of *Song of Secrets* by Tate Hallaway and Rachel Calish, or an autographed copy of its tour mate, *The Demon Gabriella* by Rachel Calish. Here’s what you need to do… 1. Enter the Rafflecopter contest 2. Leave a comment on my blog That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win a $25 gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [**HERE**](). The other $25 gift card and the 3 autographed books will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *Calish Couple* tour page via Novel Publicity](http://www.novelpublicity.com/calish/). Good luck! About the book:** Sing a song of secrets … A shape-shifter with a penchant for breaking and entering … A homeless boy struggling with hallucinations that could turn out to be all too real … A monster in need of a rescue … And a mathematical genius with a real demon of a mother … Fate draws Theo, Gabe, Erin and Kitty to a place they jokingly call “The School for Wayward Demons.” There they learn that sinister forces threaten to invate the city of San Francisco and plot to overthrow the powers that be. Now they must choose whom to trust: the witches, the demon, or the Shaitans. Or each other.***Get Song of Secrets through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Song-Secrets-School-Wayward-Demons-ebook/dp/B00UM0VI5O).*** **About the authors:** Tate Hallaway leads a double life. By day, she’s Lyda Morehouse, a mild-mannered science fiction author of the Shamus and Philip K. Dick award-winning AngeLINK series. By night, she’s the bestselling para- normal romance and urban fantasy writer, Tate Hallaway. She’s written and published over a dozen novels (five as Lyda and nine as Tate), and together her two identities have over a decade of professional publishing experience. ***Connect with Tate on her [website](www.tatehallaway.com), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tatehallaway),or [GoodReads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/379444.Tate_Hallaway).***. Rachel Calish lives in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota because it’s so cold you just have to sit inside and write novels. She obtained her Master of Fine Arts in Writing degree by writing stories about sexy demons. A fan of games of all kinds, you can find her playing anything from the lat- est video game releases to Checkers with half the pieces missing. Under the name Rachel Gold, she writes LBGTQ Young Adult fiction. ***Connect with Rachel on her [website](www.rachelcalish.com), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/rachel.calish), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/RachelCalish),or [GoodReads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6908034.Rachel_Calish).***. **Learn more about *Song of Secrets*‘s tour mate [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/calish/).** [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c24a9158/) [//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js](//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js) ### Reviews [Book Review – Logos](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-logos/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F12899%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F07%2FSoS-Cover-194x300.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Song%20of%20Secrets) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/12899/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/12899/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/12899/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/12899/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Song%20of%20Secrets&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F12899%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Rachel Calish, Song of Secrets, Tate Hallaway, urban fantasy, Witches, book review, Demons, LGBTQ, Paranormal Romance **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review - Logos](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-logos/) **Published:** June 18, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 70 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review – Logos - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ### BOOK REVIEW – LOGOS ![Book Review](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/9781938846267-frontcover.jpg?resize=634%2C1024&ssl=1) ### It is easy to forget that the stories written in the bible involved people outside of the main characters and their families. Real people living their lives in a time of great change were deeply effected by the coming of Jesus and the occupation of Palestine by the Romans. The priests, tradesmen, nobles and their families had to survive in a time of upheaval and chaos as the Jews tried to rise up from centuries of domination under the hands of the Persian and Romans. John Neeleman’s debut novel, Logos, is a story about the Jewish nobles of the time, the decisions they made, and the results. THE GOOD This is a highly detailed read filled with so many specifics about the setting that it immerses the reader into the world of first century Palestine and Jerusalem. The buildings, the politics, the dress, all come alive while reading this book. The characters and the events leap off of the page and paint a picture that is easy to lose oneself in. I am not an expert on this period, but I know enough to be impressed. While the setting is important, I want to make sure that you understand that the characters and story are not overshadowed by the details, but rather they are enhanced by it to the point of making them seem even more real in the reader’s mind’s eye. THE BAD If there is a problem in this book it is in the dialogue. When they speak, the characters lose their identities. If the attributions were removed it would be hard to identify which character was saying what. There are times when the pace comes to a crawl in order for the author to explain some point or describe some aspect of the setting. While the detail is appreciated, it can slam the brakes on the pacing. THE TAKEAWAY Overall I enjoyed this book. I thought it offered an interesting glimpse into a period of time that is often glossed over in the history books and brings a sense of humanity to a period that had an impact on history that we still feel the repercussions of today. I would definitely recommend picking up this book, but with the caveat that due to some of the religious contexts within the book, there are people who will take offense. Relax and enjoy the story for what it is, a piece of fiction rooted in historical reality, and you will come out the other end the better for having read it. ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *LOGOS*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/logos/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *LOGOS* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/logos/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! **About the book:** While novels and cinema have repeatedly sought after the historical Jesus, until now none have explored what may be a more tantalizing mystery—the Christian story’s anonymous creator. Logos is a literary bildungsroman about the man who will become the anonymous author of the original Gospel, set amid the kaleidoscopic mingling of ancient cultures. Logos is a gripping tale of adventure, a moving love story, and a novel of ideas. None of this should be regarded as out of place or incompatible in a novel about Christianity’s origin. Dissent, anarchism, and revolution—and incipient Christianity was no less these things than the Bolshevik, the French or the American revolutions—inevitably have involved ideas, adventure, and romance. In A.D. 66, Jacob is an educated and privileged Greco-Roman Jew, a Temple priest in Jerusalem, and a leader of Israel’s rebellion against Rome. When Roman soldiers murder his parents and his beloved sister disappears in a pogrom led by the Roman procurator, personal tragedy impels Jacob to seek blood and vengeance. The rebellion he helps to foment leads to more tragedy, personal and ultimately cosmic: his wife and son perish in the Romans’ siege of Jerusalem, and the Roman army destroys Jerusalem and the Temple, and finally extinguishes Israel at Masada. Jacob is expelled from his homeland, and he wanders by land and sea, bereft of all, until he arrives in Rome. He is still rebellious, and in Rome he joins other dissidents, but now plotting ironic vengeance, not by arms, but by the power of an idea. Paul of Tarsus, Josephus, the keepers of the Dead Sea Scrolls, and even Yeshua, the historical Jesus himself, play a role in Jacob’s tumultuous and mysterious fortunes. But it is the women who have loved him who help him to appreciate violence’s dire cycle.***Get LOGOS through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Logos-Christianitys-Origin-John-Neeleman/dp/1938846265/), [ or Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/logos-john-neeleman/1121216806).*** **About the author:** John Neeleman spends his days working as a trial lawyer in tall buildings in downtown Seattle. He lives in Seattle with his wife and children. He also represents death row inmates pro bono in Louisiana and Texas. As a novelist, his editorial model is historical fiction in a largely realistic mode, though there are hallucinatory passages that reflect Neeleman’s concern with philosophical and spiritual matters, in part a residue of his religious upbringing. He was raised as a seventh generation Mormon, and rebelled, but never outgrew his interest in metaphysical concerns. ***Connect with John on his [publisher’s website](http://homeboundpublications.com/our-authors-2/john-neeleman/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/john.neeleman.79), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/JohnRNeeleman),or [GoodReads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7662060.John_Neeleman).***. 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To listen to the words felt like a handful of razor claws were slicing through her mind. Steeling herself, she held back the pain to glare at the intruder. “You said you didn’t come here to fight. Then why are you here?” The Dark Fey’s gaze turned toward Nyanna then back to Fleir. “To complete my part of a bargain. Nothing more and nothing you need to be concerned about.” It took a moment for Fleir to understand the meaning behind the Dark Fey’s words. When she did, her eyes widened as a terrifying thought occurred to her. “You’ll not have her to feast on!” The Dark Fey laughed so hard his darkened, wrinkled flesh looked ready to tear and fall off his body. “I cannot devour a child of Fey no more than you can, sister. But others wish to have her and I will fulfill my obligation.” “Who?” Fleir struggled to find a way to trick the Dark Fey standing before her, but all she could think of to do was protect her daughter. The Dark Fey remained still for a moment as he studied them. The emotions his Fey sister had for the child cascaded from her in powerful waves capable of drowningany not strong enough to rise above them. The more he looked at them, the more he remembered life with his sister before he was taken from the world of light. Such a thought was rare, but it carried a powerful spell he could never refuse. So with that, he decided to warn his Fey sister of the perils in their future. “Act quickly, Sister. The time for Darkness is near and we shall not be spared from his vengeance if we fail to move.” Fleir’s face twisted in a confused scowl. She knew Dark Fey couldn’t be trusted, but there was something different about the being. There was something behind the cold, dark eyes she didn’t expect to see. “Whose vengeance? What Darkness?” She knew it had to be powerful to concern a Dark Fey and she tried to hide her growing fear. Why hadn’t she sensed anything? “Solaria.” Bialois, CP (2014-11-22). The Sword and the Flame: The Lightwalker (pp. 325-327). CP Bialois. Kindle Edition. ![book Reviews C. P. Bialois](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/05/lightwalker-cover.jpeg?resize=293%2C475) A few years have passed since the events of [The Sword and the Flame: The Purging](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/), and the group of friends responsible for saving the world have moved on. New tasks and realities replaced the lives of adventure left behind, but time moves ever forward and whispers of a new threat rattle those that know to be afraid. The Gods are maneuvering their chosen pawns about the playing field and the question is whether or not they will be in time to face an ancient darkness bent on returning to the world of Pyrain. THE GOOD This is a good old fashioned fantasy novel that builds on the lives of characters from the previous books and introduces us some new characters and new menaces. There is a hint of political intrigue coupled with otherworldly menace that makes the story feel comfortable and familiar, but don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of twist to keep the reader guessing and gasping. This is a pretty quick read that is part of the larger epic story and it sets things in motion that leave the reader ready for more. THE BAD At times the pace seems to lag a bit, but that is to be expected in a book that seems like a transition from the first two books in the series to the next couple of books. The climactic finish in the book is here and gone before the reader can really appreciate the menace of the evil that threatens the heroes. The author mitigates this with the epilogue, but it feels a little like cheating. While reading the book it is easy to anticipate conflicts that never arise and the straight forward nature of the conflict is a wasted opportunity. THE TAKEAWAY I enjoyed this book a lot. It is comfortable and familiar to the fan of Fantasy in me. I would definitely recommend this book with the caveat that you buy the other two books first. I am looking forward to the next book to see where the events of this book lead. Buy The Sword and the Flame: Lightbringer [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/Sword-Flame-Lightwalker-CP-Bialois-ebook/dp/B00NZD7T1M/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1432755492&sr=8-11&keywords=The+Sword+and+the+flame). Visit The Lightbringer [Goodreads](http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23905622-the-lightwalker) page today. ###### Related articles - [Reviews :: The Gifted: My dad’s new high-fantasy novel](http://www.cemetech.net/forum/viewtopic.php?p=235363) (cemetech.net) - [The May Science Fiction And Fantasy Books Everyone Will Be Talking About](http://io9.com/the-may-science-fiction-and-fantasy-books-everyone-will-1702697134) (io9.com) - [The Lost Years of Epic Fantasy](http://benpeek.livejournal.com/927433.html) (benpeek.livejournal.com) - [Here’s a Short Story Which Explains How We Can End the Year of the Tyranny of the Mega Fantasy Novel Series](http://the-digital-reader.com/2015/05/21/heres-a-short-story-which-explains-how-we-can-end-the-year-of-the-tyranny-of-the-mega-fantasy-novel-series/) (the-digital-reader.com) - [Go Into the Darkness with A.M. 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P. Bialois’s [The Winter Creek Beast](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-winter-creek-beast/) and now I am proud to present the cover for the latest book in the series, The Winter Creek Hunter. If you haven’t read the first one I know you’ll want to check it out because it is an affordable little read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I look forward to reading this book and giving you my review. When a bounty hunter arrives looking for the Beast armed with silver bullets, Jay faces the proposition that he could be in the crosshairs as another, deadlier creature rises from the curse of the past. [![The Winter Creek Hunter Cover Reveal](https://mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/the-winter-creek-hunter1.jpgw640)](https://cpbialois.files.wordpress.com/2015/05/the-winter-creek-hunter.jpg) Cover Art By R.J. Keith\[/caption\] **About the author:** Where do I begin? Well first I guess it’s only fair to say that CP Bialois isn’t my real name. It’s a collaboration I made out of the three greatest pets anyone could ever want. My real name is Ed and I’m just an average person that has found a way to do what he loves. [![CP author pic](https://mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cp-author-pic1.jpgw225)](https://cpbialois.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/cp-author-pic.jpg) For as long back as I can remember I loved to pretend. Whether it was with my Transformers, GI Joe, or He-Man toys I loved to create intricate plots and have them fight it out. As a fan of horror, science fiction, action, and comedy I dare say my taste in movies are well rounded. Some of my favorites were Star Wars, Star Trek, martial arts, and anything with Schwarzenegger in them. I’d write my own stories about the characters I saw in the theaters or TV or I’d just daydream about what I’d see myself as the hero of course. You can’t have a daydream without beating the bad guys, getting the girl, etc. It’s just not right to envision yourself as a flunky or sidekick. As far as books I loved Sherlock Holmes, Treasure Island, Dracula, and the normal assortment. My early love was the Star Trek novels, I’d read them or the Hardy Boys relentlessly. For a time I could tell you the plot of over a hundred books not to mention comics. I have to come clean and say that I learned to read because of comic books. I was bored, make that extremely bored when we started to read in school. Reading “the cat fell down” really didn’t interest me. My dad, who continues to astound me with his insight to this day, figured comics would work. With that in mind he went to the newstand in town and bought issues of Donald Duck, Scrooge McDuck, Tales From the Crypt, and Spider-man. He patiently read through them with me until I picked it up. Whether it was him or the comics I learned to read in about two weeks and for a while few were as good as I was. For years after that whenever we’d go out he’d always spring for a couple of comic books for me. While it wasn’t exactly the perfect beginning everything I’ve ever read or have seen has influenced me in some way and now is the time I’d like to share some of the ideas I’ve had over the years with all of you. I hope you enjoy my stories, they’re always fun to write and I don’t see myself stopping anytime soon. ###### Related articles - [5 Disney Shorts That Are Unlike Any Disney Film You’ve Seen](http://www.jamuura.com/blog/5-disney-shorts-that-are-unlike-any-disney-film-youve-seen/) (jamuura.com) - [Pickstarter: Fancy Fake Money for All Your Tabletop Roleplaying Game Needs](http://nerdist.com/pickstarter-fancy-fake-money-for-all-your-tabletop-roleplaying-game-needs/) (nerdist.com) - [Essential Comics for 4/22/15](http://www.comicvine.com/articles/essential-comics-for-4-22-15/1100-152039/) (comicvine.com) - [The Most Interesting Comics of the Week](http://mentalfloss.com/article/63337/most-interesting-comics-week) (mentalfloss.com) - [Fan Art Friday: Gen13](http://fandomania.com/fan-art-friday-gen13/) (fandomania.com) - [Advice I Wish I’d Been Given When I Started … Part 4](http://www.livewritethrive.com/2013/11/18/advice-i-wish-id-been-given-when-i-started-part-4/) (livewritethrive.com) - [Are You Attending a Conference This Year?](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2014/08/12/are-you-attending-a-conference-this-year/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Is Fantasy Dead?](https://mywriterscramp.com/fantasy-dead/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [Seven by Seven by Seven](http://ptbertram.wordpress.com/2013/01/18/seven-by-seven-by-seven/) (ptbertram.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Book Review – Fire and Dust](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-fire-dust/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-the-winter-creek-hunter%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F05%2Fthe-winter-creek-hunter1.jpgw640&description=Cover%20Reveal%3A%20The%20Winter%20Creek%20Hunter) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-winter-creek-hunter/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-winter-creek-hunter/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-winter-creek-hunter/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-the-winter-creek-hunter/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Cover%20Reveal%3A%20The%20Winter%20Creek%20Hunter&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-the-winter-creek-hunter%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** winter creek, book, book review, Book Reviews, CP Bialois, fantasy, Paranormal, review, reviews **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review - Fire and Dust](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-fire-dust/) **Published:** December 30, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 67 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review – Fire and Dust - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/fire-and-dust.jpg?resize=259%2C400) War is an ugly business. There is conflict from the top to the bottom, between enemies and allies alike, and it is hard to survive the matter. But survival comes in many forms. For some it is enough to live, to see the other end of the war with breath in your lungs. For others it is not enough to live, but to maintain one’s integrity and honor. War breaks men down, brings out their best and worst qualities as time goes on, and in the end it changes everyone it touches. [Fire and Dust ](http://www.amazon.com/Fire-Dust-Trilogy-2/dp/098624743X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1419968361&sr=8-2&keywords=Fire+and+Dust)is the second book of [The Fire Trilogy ](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-touched-fire/ "Book Review: Touched With Fire")by Christopher Datta, and it focuses in on members of the [Confederate Army](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confederate_States_Army "Confederate States Army") at the [Battle of Chickamauga](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Chickamauga "Battle of Chickamauga") and the [Siege of Chattanooga](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chattanooga_Campaign "Chattanooga Campaign"). The infighting amongst the generals and the hardships of the soldiers and their families are described in exquisite detail as the author tells his story. This is not a simple story of soldiers and generals, it is the telling of a turning point in the war and it brings to life the people involved, whether they were on the front lines or maintaining a home far from the action. THE GOOD The characters in this book are the driving force and the author does an excellent job making even the minor characters stand out as individuals. The accents feel genuine and the dialog straight out of the time period. It is easy to forget in reading this book that the events occurred one-hundred and fifty years ago, not yesterday. The various locations are wonderfully described and when the fighting happens the words pull you along at the breakneck pace of combat. It is hard to find better writing than this. THE BAD It is hard to find fault with this novel on any level, so I won’t bother trying. This book is the real deal. THE TAKEAWAY As someone who thoroughly enjoys the [American Civil War](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_War "American Civil War"), I found this book thoroughly enjoyable and found myself reaching into my collection of books to check on some of the events presented, and I was never left wanting. The writing is superb and the storytelling is amazing. This is a story that has its hard moments and I found myself talking out loud while reading. The story is tragic and beautiful, and I would not hesitate a moment to recommend this book to anyone. ###### Related articles - [Fire and Dust {Book Review}](http://katbiggie.com/fire-dust-book-review/) (katbiggie.com) - [Christopher Datta On Sale!](http://iam-indeed.com/christopher-datta-sale/) (iam-indeed.com) - [Confederate spy, one-legged governor among hundreds of veterans buried in Birmingham’s Oak Hill Cemetery](http://ivoter.com/confederate-spy-one-legged-governor-among-hundreds-of-veterans-buried-in-birminghams-oak-hill-cemetery-2/) (ivoter.com) - [The American Civil War 150th Anniversary – December 1-7, 1864](http://bjdeming.com/2014/12/01/the-american-civil-war-150th-anniversary-december-1-7-1864/) (bjdeming.com) - [‘Sickening’ Smell of American Civil War Described by Battle of Gettysburg Nurse](http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/sickening-smell-american-civil-war-described-by-battle-gettysburg-nurse-1477331) (ibtimes.co.uk) - [Grave of Confederate soldier dug up in Georgia](http://m.onlineathens.com/local-news/2014-12-18/grave-confederate-soldier-dug-georgia) (m.onlineathens.com) - [Robert Fisk on the Irish in the American Civil War](http://irishamericancivilwar.com/2014/12/29/robert-fisk-on-the-irish-in-the-american-civil-war/) (irishamericancivilwar.com) - [Civil War Re-enactors Honor Ancestors Who Forged Modern America](http://www.voanews.com/content/civil-war-re-enactors-honor-ancestors-who-forged-modern-america/2545968.html) (voanews.com) - [Book Review – The Demon Stone](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-demon-stone/) (mywriterscramp.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: The Winter Creek Beast](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-winter-creek-beast/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-fire-dust%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F12%2Ffire-and-dust.jpg%3Ffit%3D259%252C400%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Review%20-%20Fire%20and%20Dust) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-fire-dust/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-fire-dust/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-fire-dust/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-fire-dust/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%20-%20Fire%20and%20Dust&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-fire-dust%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Confederate Army, Confederate States of America, Fiction, Historical fiction, American Civil War, History of the United States, book, James Longstreet, book review, review, Chattanooga, Tennessee, Chickamauga, The Fire Trilogy, Christopher Datta, United States, civil war **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The Winter Creek Beast](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-winter-creek-beast/) **Published:** December 22, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 66 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The Winter Creek Beast - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/the-winter-creek-beast-website.jpg?resize=298%2C473) It’s not too unusual for a hiker to go missing in the woods around Winter Creek, but when a local celebrity famous for his big game hunting turns up dead, the apparent victim of a bear attack, Sheriff Jay Lightfeather can’t help but wonder if there is something more going on. When he visits his grandfather for advice he starts to wonder if the legends of his people might just be true. THE GOOD This novella is a sharp and quickly paced thriller revolving around a popular pair of legends that keeps the reader on the edge of his seat. It is never easy to make characters stand out in a novella, but the author manages to make the main character stand out in even the short number of pages in this book. The monster is vicious and deserving of place in the pantheon of campfire ghost stories. THE BAD The only thing I can complain about with this story is that it is not long enough. I would love to see this redone, drawn out, and made into a full blown novel that kept me reading for days rather than hours. THE TAKEAWAY Its a good read for a lazy weekend afternoon, but for the $1.99 price point I would like to see it a little longer. I would definitely recommend picking it up, because you just can’t go wrong with anything written by C. P. Bialois. ###### Related articles - [Two Dragon Brigade novellas from Margaret Weis Productions](http://www.flamesrising.com/two-dragon-brigade-novellas/) (flamesrising.com) - [Meldrum’s course on relict hominoids is a bit of a stretch](http://doubtfulnews.com/2014/12/meldrums-course-on-relict-hominoids-is-a-bit-of-a-stretch/) (doubtfulnews.com) - [Top Ten Proofs That Bigfoot Is Fake](http://www.thetoptens.com/proofs-bigfoot-is-fake/) (thetoptens.com) - [Bigfoot, Homeopathy and Ghosts – Popular myths explained](http://thefreedomreport.us/bigfoot-homeopathy-and-ghosts-popular-myths-explained/) (thefreedomreport.us) - [Hunters Out There, Please do not Shoot a Sasquatch! 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Bialois, Hunting, Legend, novella, review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Paths of Alir](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-paths-alir/) **Published:** December 1, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 65 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Paths of Alir - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ### [![Book Review](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/The-Dagger-of-Adendigaeth-i-196x300.jpg?resize=196%2C300&ssl=1)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/the-dagger-of-adendigaeth-i.jpg) Alorin is caught in the grip of madness as an evil from the very edges of reality has set its sights on the destruction of both it and T’khendar. But there is hope in the form of the Fifth Vestal, Björn Van Gelderan, the man blamed for the death of thousands more than a hundred years earlier. Even then, when his deeds seemed darkest, Bjorn was making moves in a great game that would see reality saved or destroyed completely. With his return he has set his players into motion, but will they survive the darkness that confronts them as they follow their individual paths? THE GOOD Like the previous two books in the series, Paths of Alir is masterfully written and is a page turner that is impossible put down. Melissa McPhail brings the characters to life in such a way that you either love them or hate them. There is rarely any indifference. This connection with the characters made the book a little difficult at points since there was a lot of hardship suffered by most of the likeable ones, but I am a fan of taking the story down a dark path and the author does that with gusto. While some of the action is surely cringe worthy, the resulting atmosphere is well worth it. THE BAD If you pick up this book without reading the previous two in the series you will be hopelessly lost and will most likely have a bad experience reading it. There is a lot that has come before this book and the author wastes little time going over ground already covered. The sexual content in this book is a bit more frequent and more graphic. There are some extreme examples of sexual torture that are not for the timid. Some might see it as unnecessary, but it adds a level of darkness to the story that was previously missing. THE TAKEAWAY This is an excellent addition to an already excellent series. I would definitely recommend picking up the first two books in the series before buying Paths of Alir in order to prevent confusion and frustration. This is epic high fantasy at its best and should be on your reading list if you are even remotely a fan of the genre. ### About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *The Dagger of Adendigaeth*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/the-dagger-of-adendigaeth-tour/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. Good luck! **About the author:** Melissa McPhail is a classically trained pianist, violinist and composer, a Vinyasa yoga instructor, and an avid Fantasy reader. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, their twin daughters and two very large cats. ***Connect with Melissa on her [website](http://melissamcphail.com/), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/cephraelshand), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/melissagmcphail),or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4414232.Melissa_McPhail).*** [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c24a9119/) ###### Related articles - [Hip Deep and Still Reading](http://thebrassragcnr.wordpress.com/2014/11/15/hip-deep-and-still-reading/) (thebrassragcnr.wordpress.com) - [Book Review – The Dagger of Adendigaeth](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-dagger-adendigaeth/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [Dystopian Books with Lauren Lynne – #K8chat Thursday 11/13 at 9pm EST!](http://katetilton.com/dystopian-books-lauren-lynne-k8chat-thursday-1113-9pm-est/) (katetilton.com) - [Fading in and Out with The Paths of Alir](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/10/28/fading-in-and-out-with-the-paths-of-alir/) (naimeless.wordpress.com) - [There are Good People and Bad People Everywhere](http://postanyarticle.com/business/there-are-good-people-and-bad-people-everywhere/) (postanyarticle.com) - [Humanizing The Enemy: How and When from Reality Refracted](http://www.realityrefracted.com/2014/11/humanizing-enemy-how-and-when.html) (realityrefracted.com) - [Review–Poison Fruit](http://darlenemarshall.blogspot.com/2014/11/review-poison-fruit.html) (darlenemarshall.blogspot.com) ### Reviews [Book Review – Devil Music](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-devil-music/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-paths-alir%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F12%2FThe-Dagger-of-Adendigaeth-i-196x300.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Paths%20of%20Alir) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-paths-alir/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-paths-alir/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-paths-alir/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-paths-alir/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Paths%20of%20Alir&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-paths-alir%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** reviews, book, book review, Book Reviews, fantasy, Fiction, Melissa McPhail, Patterns of Alir **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review - Devil Music](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-devil-music/) **Published:** November 11, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 64 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review – Devil Music - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ### [![Book Review](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Devil-Music-Cover-193x300.jpg?resize=193%2C300&ssl=1)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/devil-music-cover.jpg)What’s a demon to do? When Cain’s master sends him across the country on an impossible mission to convince a girl to fall in love with his eldest son, the demon has no choice but to go. Before long Cain finds himself the lead guitarist in a heavy metal band, but can he keep his master happy while avoiding the mysterious serial killer known only as The Engineer? THE GOOD This is a clever book that takes the [Urban Fantasy](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_fantasy "Urban fantasy") and twists it around into something a little more. There is suspense, romance and danger in the pages of the book and it blends together into a supernatural drama. The story is well written and the main characters of the book are unique and easily discernible from one another. The primary setting is the club scene of early eighties Los Angeles and it fits the story perfectly. The reader really gets a feel for the scene and it pulls the book together perfectly. THE BAD This is a long book and it is a long read. The first third of the book slowly introduces the characters and their place in the story. It can be a little hard to get through. When things start to happen in the middle third the action is still slow as the plot slowly grinds forward. The action really doesn’t start to kick in until the last third of the books, but when it does it is worth it. The author misses an opportunity to inject action into the earlier part of the books so that by the time the reader reaches the end of the book the tension is ratcheted up to a crescendo. THE TAKEAWAY This is a good book. It is well written with a good plot and excellent characters. This is not a quick read and may take some patience in the beginning, but the ending is worth it when you get there. I would recommend this as a good winter book where you can sit and read it over a long stretch. Throw in a selection of early eighties metal before each read and you’ll be right in the middle of the action. [![Book Review](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Carly-Orosz-200x300.jpg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/carly-orosz.jpg)Carly Orosz ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *Devil Music*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/devil-music/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *Devil Music* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/devil-music/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! **About the book:** Cain Pseudomantis leads a miserable life. Bound to the mortal world by a powerful spell no demon could hope to break, he must obey his human master’s every command or face harsh punishment. He finds solace in the rock music which he listens to when he isn’t running unsavory errands for his master. Then everything changes. While on a mission in a seedy section of 1980s Los Angeles, Cain impulsively buys an electric guitar and discovers an unusual talent for music, a talent that catapults him to hair metal stardom. With three superpowered human band mates and his beautiful girlfriend Michelle by his side, his life starts to look a lot better. But Cain soon finds that even rock stars have troubles. The crusading televangelist Nathaniel Breen—who happens to be Michelle’s father—accuses him of turning the city’s youth to Satan worship. Meanwhile a mysterious killer known only as the Engineer terrorizes the Los Angeles rock scene with a series of brutal murders. When Cain and his friends attempt to unmask the killer, they discover a deadly secret that could cost Cain his hard-won freedom, and possibly his life.***Get Devil Music through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Devil-Music-Carly-Orosz/dp/0996028102/ref=tmm_pap_title_0), [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/devil-music-carly-orosz/1119391027?ean=9780996028103), or [iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/devil-music/id854682846?mt=11).*** **About the author:** Carly Orosz lives in [Kalamazoo, Michigan](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=42.29,-85.59&spn=0.1,0.1&q=42.29,-85.59 (Kalamazoo%2C%20Michigan)&t=h "Kalamazoo, Michigan") with her husband. She graduated from Kalamazoo College and went on to earn an MFA in poetry from [Sarah Lawrence College](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=40.935124,-73.844326&spn=0.01,0.01&q=40.935124,-73.844326 (Sarah%20Lawrence%20College)&t=h "Sarah Lawrence College"). Her poetry has been published in Wavelength Journal and SpoutMagazine. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, weaving on a hand loom, and studying the art and cultures of pre-Columbian Mexico. ***Connect with Carly on her [website](https://www.devil-music.com/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/devilmusicseries), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/CarlyOrosz),or [GoodReads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8180964.Carly_Orosz).***. [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c24a9134/) ###### Related articles - [The Joys of Teaching](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2013/03/12/the-joys-of-teaching/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Kids get free books, West Michigan school hopes it fosters love of reading](http://fox17online.com/2014/10/28/kids-get-free-books-west-michigan-school-hopes-it-fosters-love-of-reading/) (fox17online.com) - [Illustrator Saturday – David Small](http://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2014/08/16/illustrator-saturday-david-small/) (kathytemean.wordpress.com) - [Book Review: God Is a Gamer by Ravi Subramanian](http://toofanexpress.wordpress.com/2014/10/30/god-is-a-gamer-by-ravi-subramanian/) (toofanexpress.wordpress.com) - [Book Reviews: Catching Up](http://ayestria.com/2014/11/05/book-reviews-catching-up/) (ayestria.com) - [REVIEWS](http://forwardthinking.ashford.edu/reviews/) (forwardthinking.ashford.edu) - [LitWorldInterviews wants you as a Book Reviewer.](http://dazzlingwhimsy.com/2014/10/24/litworldinterviews-wants-you-as-a-book-reviewer/) (dazzlingwhimsy.com) - [Book Reviewers Wanted and Cover Reveal](http://adoptingjames.wordpress.com/2014/10/21/book-reviewers-wanted-and-cover-reveal/) (adoptingjames.wordpress.com) - [Review: Summer House With Swimming Pool](http://writingsbykrystol.com/2014/11/08/review-summer-house-with-swimming-pool/) (writingsbykrystol.com) - [5 Reviews for…Halloween](http://sammicox.wordpress.com/2014/10/31/5-reviews-for-halloween/) (sammicox.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [The Blog Tour Is Coming To An End](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-devil-music%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F11%2FDevil-Music-Cover-193x300.jpg&description=Book%20Review%20-%20Devil%20Music) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-devil-music/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-devil-music/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-devil-music/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-devil-music/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%20-%20Devil%20Music&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-devil-music%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Carly Orosz, Demon, Devil Music, E-book, review, reviews, supernatural, urban fantasy, book, book review, Book Reviews **Series:** Reviews --- ### [The Blog Tour Is Coming To An End](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end/) **Published:** November 10, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 63 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - The Blog Tour Is Coming To An End - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![Blog Tour](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg?resize=231%2C300&ssl=1)](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg?ssl=1)[![Blog Tour](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/3dcoverar-245x300.jpg?resize=245%2C300&ssl=1)](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/3dcoverar.jpg?ssl=1) Well the Blog Tour is over, but it is not too late to take the tour and enter the rafflecopter giveaway. The Rafflecopter will be good until 11/14, so make sure you enter to win. Here is a list of blogs and their links: [Finding the Fantastic in Fallen Places](http://cpbialois.wordpress.com/2014/10/25/introducing-eric-swett/) – Hosted by C. P. Bialois [An Interview](http://www.georgesirois.com/2014/10/next-stop-for-eric-swetts-blog-tour.html?m=1) by George Sirois [NaNoWriMo Preparations](http://wp.me/p4RXZ6-dn) – Hosted by AC Elliot [A Quick And Dirty Book Review](http://ajbeamish.wordpress.com/2014/10/29/quick-dirty-bookreview-apocalypse-in-the-balance/) by AJ Beamish [Inspiration](http://melseverything.wordpress.com/featured-authors-blog-posts/) – Hosted by Melina Turner [Fear of the Unknown](http://ajbeamish.wordpress.com/2014/10/31/guest-post-eric-swett-on-fear-of-the-unknown/) – Hosted by AJ Beamish [Inspired to Write](http://jbcultureshock.wordpress.com/2014/11/01/inspired-to-write-guest-blogger-eric-swett/) – Hosted by Jamie White [An Interview](http://towersofdawn.com/What_News.html) by Todd Maternowski [A Book Review](http://wp.me/p1lghR-uV) by C. P. Bialois [A Book Review](http://jbcultureshock.wordpress.com/2014/11/04/book-review-apoalypse-in-the-balance/) by Jamie White [A Book Review](http://wp.me/p4RXZ6-eJ) by AC Elliot [Writing About the Apocalypse](http://rlwicke.com/2014/11/eric-swett-apocalypse-in-the-balance/) – Hosted by Rachel Bostwick [Driven to Write](http://wouldbesomebody.blogspot.com/) – Hosted by Kristy Carey [A Book Review](http://www.georginahannan.com/#!Book-Review-Apocalypse-in-the-Balance/czv3/54B950D8-13B4-4441-A617-B87E9243A951) by Georgina Hannan Thank you for participating in the blog tour and make sure to visit Amazon an buy a copy of [Apocalypse in the Balance](http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Balance-Armageddon-Angels-2/dp/1500712701/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415620850&sr=8-1&keywords=apocalypse+in+the+balance). ###### Related articles - [The Writing Life](http://floridawriters.wordpress.com/2014/11/07/the-writing-life/) (floridawriters.wordpress.com) - [The Secret to NaNoWriMo](http://triciapimental.wordpress.com/2014/10/24/the-secret-to-nanowrimo/) (triciapimental.wordpress.com) - [What’s Up Wednesday: It’s been awhile](https://alliebbooks.wordpress.com/2014/10/29/whats-up-wednesday-its-been-awhile/) (alliebbooks.wordpress.com) - [Nanowrimo diary 2014](http://iancaimercer.wordpress.com/2014/11/03/nanowrimo-diary-2014/) (iancaimercer.wordpress.com) - [Retro Album Makeovers for Modern Musicians from Miley to Drake](http://www.shutterstock.com/blog/6-decades-of-design-modern-album-art-goes-retro) (shutterstock.com) - [Small Business Stars: Matt Kemp from Underground Cookery School](http://www.hiscox.co.uk/business-blog/features/small-business-stars-features/matt-kemp-underground-cookery-school/) (hiscox.co.uk) ### Reviews [Lucky Number Thirteen on the Blog Tour](https://mywriterscramp.com/lucky-number-thirteen-blog-tour/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F10%2Farmageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg&description=The%20Blog%20Tour%20Is%20Coming%20To%20An%20End) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Blog%20Tour%20Is%20Coming%20To%20An%20End&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-blog-tour-is-coming-to-an-end%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Book, Apocalypse Rising, Blogs, Guest Posts, Reviews **Tags:** Fiction, Guest Post, National Novel Writing Month, urban fantasy, blog tour, fantasy **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Lucky Number Thirteen on the Blog Tour](https://mywriterscramp.com/lucky-number-thirteen-blog-tour/) **Published:** November 8, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 62 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Lucky Number Thirteen on the Blog Tour - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![Is it Your Lucky Day](//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/26/Is_it_Your_Lucky_Day.jpg/350px-Is_it_Your_Lucky_Day.jpg "Is it Your Lucky Day")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Is_it_Your_Lucky_Day.jpg)Is it Your Lucky Day (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Just like that we come to the last guest post of the Apocalypse in the Balance Blog Tour, and today we get another excellent reviews. This time we visit [ Georgina Hannan](http://www.georginahannan.com/#!Book-Review-Apocalypse-in-the-Balance/czv3/54B950D8-13B4-4441-A617-B87E9243A951) for her take on the book and it is a good one. Georgina has not read the first book, so it will definitely give some perspective to those who are worried about picking it up without having read Apocalypse Rising. Tomorrow we’ll have a follow up post and the last post of the Blog Tour, so if you missed any of the posts over the last two weeks you’ll find a complete list there. Make sure you go back, read them all and enter your chance to win an autographed copy of one of my books. You can register to win at each site. ###### Related articles - [Exclusive: Marchesa for Tiny Prints Is Some Seriously Gorgeous Stationery](http://news.instyle.com/2014/10/29/exclusive-marchesa-for-tiny-prints-is-some-seriously-gorgeous-stationery/) (news.instyle.com) - [Remember When People Read Poems on Halloween?](http://schlabadoo.com/2014/10/31/remember-when-people-read-poems-on-halloween/) (schlabadoo.com) - [Happy Birthday, Tu Libro!](http://electricinthedesert.wordpress.com/2014/11/05/happy-birthday-tu-libro/) (electricinthedesert.wordpress.com) - [Who (or What) Is Hatsune Miku? 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Eleven days worth of guest posts, interviews and book reviews has left me excited and exhausted all at the same time. The experience has left me completely excited about getting the upcoming novella finished so that I can move on to the next book. So why stop the fun today? The very talented [Kristy Carey](http://wouldbesomebody.blogspot.com/) is hosting today’s guest post. I shared some of the process that led to the writing of Apocalypse Rising and Apocalypse in the Balance. Make sure you stop in and take part in the rafflecopter giveaway so that you can have a chance at winning an autographed copy of one of my books. ###### Related articles - [Two Guys Walk into . . . Wait, what do you mean there are no Twinkies?](http://quotidiandose.wordpress.com/2014/11/06/two-guys-walk-into-wait-what-do-you-mean-there-are-no-twinkies/) (quotidiandose.wordpress.com) - [The grass isn’t always greener… @CdnZmbiRytr #Zombie #FourthWallFriday](http://cabingoddess.com/2014/10/31/grass-isnt-always-greener-cdnzmbirytr-zombie-fourthwallfriday/) (cabingoddess.com) - [Here is my interview with Airicka Phoenix](http://authorsinterviews.wordpress.com/2014/11/05/here-is-my-interview-with-airicka-phoenix/) (authorsinterviews.wordpress.com) - [The Walking Dead](http://thepbsblog.wordpress.com/2014/10/20/the-walking-dead/) (thepbsblog.wordpress.com) - [‘The Blank Screen Is the Enemy’: The Millions Interviews David Mitchell](http://www.themillions.com/2014/10/the-blank-screen-is-the-enemy-the-millions-interviews-david-mitchell.html) (themillions.com) - [Interview with Kristy Feltenberger Gillespie – Author](http://legendsofwindemere.com/2014/10/14/interview-with-kristy-feltenberger-gillespie-author/) (legendsofwindemere.com) - [Kristy: Could This Be The Next Cult Horror Hit?](http://www.grizzlybomb.com/2014/10/19/kristy-next-cult-horror-hit/) (grizzlybomb.com) - [The Wandering Wizard, By Kristy Carey](http://mljohn.wordpress.com/2014/10/28/the-wandering-wizard-by-kristy-carey/) (mljohn.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Blog Tour Days 9 and 10](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-days-9-10/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fon-the-twelfth-day-of-the-blog-tour%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F11%2FLeonid_Pasternak_001-300x231.jpg&description=On%20the%20Twelfth%20Day%20of%20the%20Blog%20Tour) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/on-the-twelfth-day-of-the-blog-tour/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/on-the-twelfth-day-of-the-blog-tour/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/on-the-twelfth-day-of-the-blog-tour/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/on-the-twelfth-day-of-the-blog-tour/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20On%20the%20Twelfth%20Day%20of%20the%20Blog%20Tour&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fon-the-twelfth-day-of-the-blog-tour%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Book, Apocalypse Rising, Blogs, Guest Posts, Reviews **Tags:** Science fiction, urban fantasy, 100-Word Challenge, Apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic fiction, blog tour, Book Reviews, fantasy, Fiction **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Blog Tour Days 9 and 10](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-days-9-10/) **Published:** November 5, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 60 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Blog Tour Days 9 and 10 - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![Blog Tour](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/smiley-147407_640-296x300.png?resize=296%2C300&ssl=1)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/smiley-147407_640.png) I’m sorry for not posting yesterday’s Blog Tour stop yesterday. I didn’t get the link until after lunch, and with it being election day I did not make it home until nearly nine o’clock last night. I wish I could say that I stayed up late watching the election results, but I didn’t and it is probably for the best since it would have gotten me all worked up before bed. As it was, my wife had to talk me down from a ledge. Yesterday’s blog tour stop was once again at [Culture Shock](http://jbcultureshock.wordpress.com/2014/11/04/book-review-apoalypse-in-the-balance/), where I received an excellent review for Apocalypse in the Balance. Today’s Blog stop is hosted by [AC Elliot](http://wp.me/p4RXZ6-eJ), featuring another review. I don’t know about you, but I love seeing all of these positive reviews. Make sure you check them out, then visit [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Balance-Armageddon-Angels-Book-ebook/dp/B00MO1J1HQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413560117&sr=8-1&keywords=Apocalypse+in+the+balance) to pick up your copy today. ###### Related articles - [The Big White Dress – But At What Price?](http://www.theobserversvoice.com/2014/10/the-big-white-dress-but-at-what-price/) (theobserversvoice.com) - [A toast to me…](http://ambermulkey.wordpress.com/2014/10/23/we-remain/) (ambermulkey.wordpress.com) - [The martyr of Danville Mountain](http://www.arktimes.com/arkansas/the-martyr-of-danville-mountain/Content?oid=3514138) (arktimes.com) - [Why NaNoWriMo Doesn’t Work (and Why it Does)](http://cheisserer.wordpress.com/2014/10/22/why-nanowrimo-doesnt-work-and-why-it-does/) (cheisserer.wordpress.com) - [Re: Zowayix’s Procrastinated Anime Reviews](http://forums.glitchcity.info/index.php/topic,7041.msg196769.html) (forums.glitchcity.info) - [I Assumed No One Was Watching Me](http://aussalorens.com/2014/10/13/i-think-i-have-a-stalker/) (aussalorens.com) ### Reviews [Day Eight on the Blog Tour:](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eight-blog-tour-2/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-days-9-10%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F11%2Fsmiley-147407_640-296x300.png&description=Blog%20Tour%20Days%209%20and%2010) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-days-9-10/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-days-9-10/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-days-9-10/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-days-9-10/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blog%20Tour%20Days%209%20and%2010&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-days-9-10%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Book, Blogs, Guest Posts **Tags:** blog tour, book, book review, Book Reviews, Fiction, urban fantasy **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Day Eight on the Blog Tour:](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eight-blog-tour-2/) **Published:** November 3, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 59 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Day Eight on the Blog Tour: - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Ahhhh, Monday morning. What a glorious Monday it is too. My Cardinals beat the Cowboys and ended the night with the best record in the NFL. Yesterday I got to take a long walk with my family through the Davidson Greenway. It was beautiful out and we were all exhausted by the time we were done. Well, on to to the topic at hand. Today’s Blog Tour stop return’s [C. P. Bialois](http://wp.me/p1lghR-uV) blog for a review of Apocalypse in the Blance. Make sure you stop by and enter the Rafflecopter Giveaway for a chance to win an autographed copy of one of my books. ###### Related articles - [5 Helpful Tips for Waking Up Bright-Eyed](http://articles.ogallalacomfortcompany.com/article/5-helpful-tips-for-waking-up-bright-eyed) (articles.ogallalacomfortcompany.com) - [Eagles lose 24-20 to Cardinals](http://newsok.com/eagles-lose-24-20-to-cardinals/article/feed/752337?custom_click=rss) (newsok.com) - [New Interviews!!!](http://ashley-townsend.com/2014/10/23/new-interviews/) (ashley-townsend.com) - [Blog Tour Update 2](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-update-2-2/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [Meet My Character Blog Tour: Linda & Michael](http://euphonosbooks.com/2014/10/13/meet-my-character-blog-tour-linda-michael/) (euphonosbooks.com) - [SUDSOL Blog Tour!](http://stampingpurrfection.typepad.com/stampingpurrfection/2014/10/sudsol-blog-tour.html) (stampingpurrfection.typepad.com) ### Reviews [Short Story Review – Dead Girl](https://mywriterscramp.com/short-story-review-dead-girl/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fday-eight-blog-tour-2%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Day%20Eight%20on%20the%20Blog%20Tour%3A) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eight-blog-tour-2/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eight-blog-tour-2/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eight-blog-tour-2/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eight-blog-tour-2/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Day%20Eight%20on%20the%20Blog%20Tour%3A&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fday-eight-blog-tour-2%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Armageddon Angels, Book, Blogs, Guest Posts, Reviews, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance **Tags:** book review, CP Bialois, fantasy, Fiction, urban fantasy **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Short Story Review - Dead Girl](https://mywriterscramp.com/short-story-review-dead-girl/) **Published:** October 30, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 58 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Short Story Review – Dead Girl - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Celebrate the release of ***DEAD GIRL*** by Pavarti K Tyler by spreading the word and entering the giveaway at the bottom of this post! # [Get it now for $0.99 on Amazon.com or FREE if you’re on Kindle Unlimited.](http://smarturl.it/DeadGirl) ***VAMPIRE EROTICA LIKE YOU’VE NEVER READ BEFORE*** When two boys find a body in their childhood hang out, they decide to have some fun, but get more than they bargained for. [![DeadGirl](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/deadgirl-704x1024.jpg?resize=640%2C931)](smarturl.it/DeadGirl%20) REVIEW THE GOOD This a twisted little bit of erotica and I loved it. At Fourteen pages long there is not a lot of room for anything extra, but somehow the author manages to cram in enough detail about the two main characters that you get a sense of who they are and what they are about before they even get their hands on the living dead girl in their favorite hangout, THE BAD There’s not much to complain about this story as long as you like erotica that does not conform to the simple formula of two or three people having sex. There is definitely some twisted stuff in here that is not for everyone, be even that is a matter of perspective. THE TAKEAWAY It is a quick read, but for $0.99 it is well worth it. It is not for the meek or those who don’t like erotica or vampires, but if you like them both, this is the perfect story for you. I just hope that there is something more to this that the author will share with us further down the road. Brought to you by Hot Ink Press, ***DEAD GIRL*** is boundary pushing, it’s sexy, it’s violent, it’s of questionable taste, and I think you’re going to love it. # [Get it now for $0.99 on Amazon.com or FREE if you’re on Kindle Unlimited.](http://smarturl.it/DeadGirl) [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e2e7719266/) ![pavartiktyler](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/pavartiktyler-212x300.png?resize=212%2C300)Award-winning author of multi-cultural and transgressive literature, Pavarti K. Tyler can be found with Doc Martens strapped on over fishnets, but a girlish giggle as easily and likely as a throaty guffaw. Keep in touch with Pav on her website or various social media sites. [www.PavartiKTyler.com](www.PavartiKTyler.com) [![facebook](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/facebook3.png?resize=48%2C48 "Follow me on Facebook")](https://www.facebook.com/PavartiKTylerAuthor "Follow me on Facebook")[![twitter](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/twitter3.png?resize=48%2C48 "Follow me on Twitter")](http://twitter.com/PavartiKTyler "Follow me on Twitter")[![google_plus](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/google_plus3.png?resize=48%2C48 "Follow me on Google+")](https://plus.google.com/u/0/114980650070862281955/posts "Follow me on Google+")[![pinterest](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/pinterest3.png?resize=48%2C48 "My board on Pinterest")](http://pinterest.com/PavartiKTyler/ "My board on Pinterest") ###### Related articles - [Coming Soon: Dead Girl](http://ellelainey.wordpress.com/2014/10/20/coming-soon-dead-girl/) (ellelainey.wordpress.com) - [10 Questions with LitReactor Instructor and Erotica Writer Rachel Kramer Bussel](http://litreactor.com/interviews/10-questions-with-litreactor-instructor-and-erotica-writer-rachel-kramer-bussel) (litreactor.com) - [Why Does So Much Erotica Suck?](http://mbblissett1976.wordpress.com/2014/10/06/why-does-so-much-erotica-suck/) (mbblissett1976.wordpress.com) - [Review: Orchid Carousals by Lucy A. 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AJ Beamish of The Dead Console fame has posted a [Quick and Dirty Book Review ](http://ajbeamish.wordpress.com/2014/10/29/quick-dirty-bookreview-apocalypse-in-the-balance/)of Apocalypse in the Balance, and his post is an excellent read if I do say so myself. AJ hasn’t finished reading the book (as you will see when you read his review), so his post has more to do with the improvement he has seen in my writing since he reviewed Apocalypse Rising. He writes with a special flare and a self deprecating sort of humor that I often find elusive in my own writing. I think you’ll really enjoy reading his blog post and blog. Make sure you hit up the rafflecopter giveaway for your chance to win an autographed copy of one of my books. ### Reviews [Book Review – The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-white-dress-autumn-leaves/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fday-four-blog-tour%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fdirty-book.jpg%3Fw%3D300%26h%3D139&description=Day%20Four%20of%20the%20Blog%20Tour) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-four-blog-tour/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-four-blog-tour/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-four-blog-tour/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-four-blog-tour/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Day%20Four%20of%20the%20Blog%20Tour&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fday-four-blog-tour%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Reviews, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Book **Tags:** Quick and Dirty Book Review, review, The Dead Console Society, urban fantasy, blog tour, book, book review, Fiction **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review - The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-white-dress-autumn-leaves/) **Published:** October 17, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 56 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review – The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") In the dream, she was in a dark place. She was with a man, tall, like Jack, with dark hair. The man left her for a time, and other rough men surrounded her where she sat. It was confusing; they began touching her, prodding at her. She was frozen with a sharp stab of fear. She felt fragile like glass, tried shifting to the side, wishing they would just stop. Wishing that the man with her would save her. In the dream, she hated their awful touches. She knew she could do nothing if they attacked her. She was frightened, wondering what she should do. The man like her Jack stepped in, and all hell broke loose as he fought off the men around her. She was dizzy, disoriented; was she hitting the men trying to grab her? Was she screaming? She couldn’t recall. In the dream, one of the men rushed into her and she fell back against the wall. She turned, she saw the man with her—her lover—and she saw another man about to stab him. She shoved at him in abject terror. Another of the men knocked her forward and into the knife that sliced right into her belly. There was no way to turn aside. She felt it go into her. She heard a voice that said, “And so she who was the only one he had ever loved died in saving him.” In the dream, she could not speak to him. She could not tell him she loved him, and it was her only wish in that moment that to tremble, the pain too great. But she would have endured all of that acid agony again if she could merely reach out and tell him she loved him, and when he looked at her… In the dream, they shared that last long look and she drifted, releasing into the cold gray paleness, sliding into oblivion. The pain in his eyes; he looked like he was about to shatter. Shauna Aura Knight (2014-06-22T05:00:00+00:00). The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves (Kindle Locations 32-48). Jupiter Gardens Press. Kindle Edition. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/cover_whitedresssmall.jpg?resize=432%2C648)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/cover_whitedresssmall.jpg)The White Dress, The Autumn LeavesBeing awkward and shy can be hard enough, but add to it a sensitivity to the supernatural and it is easy to see why Meredith wouldn’t be comfortable approaching Jack at a Pagan festival. When he introduces himself there is an immediate connection, and it is not long before they are making plans for the future, but the future has something different in store for them unless they can change their fate. THE GOOD The story focuses on Meredith and Kevin and they are very well written. In a short span the reader is given a real sense for who they are and what motivates them. So often novellas fall short in this regard and the reader is left with a story without depth, but this book does not fall into that trap. While I am not personally knowledgeable in the ways of modern Pagans, the story is so well written that I could not help but feel that the author is speaking from a place of knowledge. THE BAD There is not much to complain about with this book, but there were moments, specifically when the characters are fumbling their way towards intimacy, where the dialogue felt a little stilted, but it may well have been an intentional effort to communicate their awkwardness with the intimacy and the emotions at play. THE TAKEAWAY This is a wonderful little novella. It is erotic, romantic, spiritual and touched with the supernatural, but it is not overloaded with any one of these. The genre bending of this story is wonderful and a testament to the author’s skill that it comes off so naturally. If you are looking for a quick, enjoyable read, this novella is worth picking up. **Shauna Aura Knight** An artist, author, and presenter, Shauna’s work is inspired by the mythic stories of heroes, of swords and magic, and of the darkness we each must overcome. She’s a fantasy artist and author of paranormal romance and urban fantasy including ***Werewolves in the Kitchen, A Winter Knight’s Vigil,*** and ***The White Dress, the Autumn Leaves***. Her mythic artwork and designs are used for magazine covers, book covers, and illustrations. She travels nationally offering intensive education in the transformative arts of community leadership, facilitation, and personal transformation, and is the author of numerous articles and books on those subjects including ***The Leader Within,*** ***Dreamwork for the Initiate’s Path,*** and ***Ritual Facilitation***. [http://www.shaunaauraknight.com](http://www.shaunaauraknight.com/) **Fiction Blog:** [https://shaunaknightauthorartist.wordpress.com](https://shaunaknightauthorartist.wordpress.com/) ###### Related articles - [Hell Awakens (22.1)](http://spiritsofeden.com/2014/10/07/hell-awakens-22-1/) (spiritsofeden.com) - [Friday Fearback: 31 Screams](http://moviemorlocks.com/2014/10/10/friday-fearback-31-screams/) (moviemorlocks.com) - [A Lover of Wine? 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His first Novel *[Touched with Fire](http://www.amazon.com/Touched-With-Fire-Christopher-Datta-ebook/dp/B00DN7Z2PK)* was a number one best-seller in the Historical Fiction category, and this supernatural thriller lives up to the high expectations readers have for this talented author. ## The Demon Stone by Christoper Datta [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/demonstone1-199x300.jpg?resize=199%2C300)](https://i0.wp.com/www.novelpublicity.com/events/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/demonstone1.jpg) ***The Demon Stone*** is a powerful supernatural thriller that leads you from the killing fields of Africa to the quiet Boundary Waters of Northern Minnesota. In braided narratives, Datta spins a terrifying story about the spiritual forces—both real and supernatural—that incite the basest, bloodiest and most frightening of human behaviors. “Reading Chris Datta is like riding a rollercoaster. It’s a fast ride filled with twists and turns. His Demon Stone is scary fun. Stephen King, watch your back!” -Richard Rashke, author of The Killing of Karen Silkwood [![Amazon.com](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/icon-amazon.png?w=640)](http://www.amazon.com/Demon-Stone-Christopher-Datta-ebook/dp/B00K58RT60)[![Barnes & Noble](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/icon-bn.png?w=640)](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-demon-stone-christopher-datta/1119435054) ## **Review of The Demon Stone** When faced with a choice between life and death or right and wrong, most people will choose life and what is right, but what if they are faced with the choice of doing what is right and dying or doing something wrong and living? This is a test of character, of the true nature of a person. When Kevin goes to Africa to visit his best friend, Bill, he is forced to make just such a choice, and the consequences of that choice haunt him when he returns home to his wife and daughter. THE GOOD The Demon Stone is a real page turner of a story filled with suspense and real world horror. The supernatural elements of the story are almost an afterthought and don’t really make an appearance until the second half of the book. The characters are well done and dynamic. The switches in time and setting were a great way to build up the suspense and explain exactly what happened to Kevin and his family. THE BAD There is not much to complain about with this novel. If anything I would have liked to see it be a little longer so the tension in the second half could be ratcheted up even higher, but this is a minor consideration. THE TAKEAWAY I really enjoyed this book and if you are a fan of suspense and the supernatural I think you will enjoy this book as well. The story is rooted in a world all too real and will leave you questioning how much of the story is real and how much is fantasy. I recommend picking this one up as soon as you can. ## Giveaway [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e2e7719267/) ## About the Author [![Chris1](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/chris1-300x225.jpg?resize=186%2C139)](https://i0.wp.com/www.novelpublicity.com/events/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Chris1.jpg)Debut author CHRISTOPHER DATTA is no stranger to civil conflict or the still-extant scourge of slavery. Most recently the acting ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan where he helped end a war in April of 2012, he has spent a distinguished career moving from one strife-torn country to another, including Lebanon, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, and Liberia. A lifelong student of the American Civil War, his research for Touched with Fire is exacting and based in part on a true story. ###### Related articles - [\*\*Warning\*\* Do not read right before bed! FREE & bargain titles on our horror search pages! 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In The Dagger of Adendigaeth, the characters from the book Cephrael’s Hand plunge THE GOOD This book, much like the last, is very well written. The world is fantastic, well described and diverse. The characters continue to grow and develop beyond their origins. The twists and turns of the personal stories and the greater story keeps the reader turning pages at a rapid pace. It was often hard to put this one down and I know I spent more than one night staying up far later than I should have. THE BAD There is nothing bad I can say about this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it from front to back and I cannot wait to start the next one. THE TAKEAWAY The seeds planted in the first book take root in this one and the resulting story is excellent. I was eager to get my hands on this one and it did not disappoint. Some of the strings left hanging from the first book come together in this one and it leads straight into the third book, which I will be starting shortly. I would definitely recommend checking out this book and this series. ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *The Dagger of Adendigaeth*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/the-dagger-of-adendigaeth-tour/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *Dagger of Adendigaeth* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/the-dagger-of-adendigaeth-tour/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! **About the book:** “A Pattern of Shadow & Light Book 2 At long last, the reason for the blessed Adept race’s decline has been discovered: powerful beings known as Malorin’athgul are disrupting the Balance and preventing Alorin’s Adepts from awakening to their gifts. Who are they? Where are they? And how can they be stopped when they wield a power meant to unmake the universe itself? In T’khendar…Prince Ean val Lorian has forsaken his companions in blood and battle to join the traitorous Fifth Vestal in T’khendar in the hopes of gaining some insight into the tragedies that plagued his Return. Now he must confront the man he’s long thought of as his enemy and discover the role he is meant to play in the First Lord’s darkly magnificent game. The Vestal Raine D’Lacourte has followed his traitorous oath-brother Björn through six kingdoms and into the distant realm of T’khendar seeking explanation and atonement. But the condemned realm harbors shocking secrets, and Raine soon realizes he’s facing his greatest enemy yet—not in Björn, but in the truth. Elsewhere in Alorin…the young truthreader, Tanis, faces a new villain in the fiery-eyed man he followed from the café in Rethynnea; the soldier Trell struggles to reconcile his growing feelings for the girl he rescued from the river against the guilt of his unknown past; and in Tambarré, another truthreader named Kjieran van Stone treads the incense-filled hallways of the Prophet Bethamin’s temple hoping to uncover a plot of treachery and betrayal before the Prophet demands his soul. The time has come for each player to claim his role in the First Lord’s masterful game. All will be tested, but only time will tell how many can survive the dagger of Adendigaeth. ***Get The Dagger of Adendigaeth through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Dagger-Adendigaeth-Pattern-Shadow-Light-ebook/dp/B009YD5ZZE) or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dagger-of-adendigaeth-melissa-mcphail/1113687654?ean=2940015896985).*** **About the author:** Melissa McPhail is a classically trained pianist, violinist and composer, a Vinyasa yoga instructor, and an avid Fantasy reader. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, their twin daughters and two very large cats. ***Connect with Melissa on her [website](http://melissamcphail.com/), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/cephraelshand), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/melissagmcphail),or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4414232.Melissa_McPhail).*** [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c24a9119/) ###### Related articles - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/300674235_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://skullsinthestars.com/2014/09/29/20-books-that-have-stayed-with-me/)[20 books that have stayed with me](http://skullsinthestars.com/2014/09/29/20-books-that-have-stayed-with-me/) - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/294557730_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/08/29/mcphails-dagger-never-misses-its-mark/)[McPhail’s Dagger Never Misses its Mark](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/08/29/mcphails-dagger-never-misses-its-mark/) - [Tour/Review/Giveaway!! “Cephrael’s Hand, by Melissa McPhail (Novel Publicity Book Tours)](http://anightsdreamofbooks.blogspot.com/2014/09/tourreviewgiveaway-cephraels-hand-by.html) (anightsdreamofbooks.blogspot.com) - [559b: The Dagger of Adendigaeth](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/08/27/559b-the-dagger-of-adendigaeth/) (naimeless.wordpress.com) - [Book Review: Cephrael’s Hand](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cephraels-hand/) (mywriterscramp.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: The Grey Matter](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-grey-matter/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-dagger-adendigaeth%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fdagger.png%3Fw%3D253%26h%3D300&description=Book%20Review%20-%20The%20Dagger%20of%20Adendigaeth) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-dagger-adendigaeth/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-dagger-adendigaeth/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-dagger-adendigaeth/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-dagger-adendigaeth/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%20-%20The%20Dagger%20of%20Adendigaeth&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-dagger-adendigaeth%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** author, book, book review, fantasy, Melissa McPhail, review, reviews, The Dagger of Adendigaeth **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The Grey Matter](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-grey-matter/) **Published:** September 18, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 53 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The Grey Matter - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/the-grey-matter.jpg?w=662&h=1024&fit=662%2C1024&resize=640%2C990)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/the-grey-matter.jpg)When the lights go out in America and civilization falls apart, a small group of teenagers living in a cabin in the woods must find a way to fend for themselves. Finding food and water is hard enough, but when their closest neighbor starts acting a little odd and one of the boys finds a freshly dug grave near the neighbors home, questions start to arise and it is not long before the kids find themselves facing a monster in their midst. Can they survive the end of the world? Can they even survive the madness that comes with the people who coming looking for food and shelter? What about the madmen they once called friend? Billie Sue Mosiman’s new thriller, The Grey Matter, takes a microscopic look at life in rural America when there is no more electricity and the modern conveniences we take for granted are swept away in an instant. Set in the foothills of Alabama, the story follows the lives of a group of runaways that came together before the apocalypse and are forced to survive in the world left behind afterwards. As if mere survival were not hard enough, when they find their friend, John Grey, is also a sadistic murderer, the terror kicks into overdrive and they must decide if they can make it in a kill or be killed world. THE GOOD This is a refreshing take on the [Post-Apocalyptic](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apocalyptic_and_post-apocalyptic_fiction "Apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic fiction") genre with the added twist of the murder in the midst of the young protagonists. The short time frame of the story and microcosm represented in the story makes for a tight story in a global arena. The characters are well developed and easily distinguished from one another. The writing is crisp and compelling, setting a pace that keeps the reader invested and turning pages in anticipation of what is to come. THE BAD If there is anything that might have been improved with the book it is that the anxiety level could have been ratcheted up a bit higher than it is. The climatic moments fell a touch short, often because of the introduction of some unforeseen element that added to the chaos of the atmosphere, but took away from what was potentially a nail biting moment. This is a case where less would definitely have been more. THE TAKEAWAY This was an excellent book and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is a fan of the posy-apocalyptic genre. It is a fun, quick read that is hard to put down. ###### Related articles - [The Road Meets Half-Life In Post-Apocalyptic Survival-Horror Ashen Rift](http://indiestatik.com/2014/03/28/ashen-rift-kickstarter/) (indiestatik.com) - [John Hodgman explains the end of the world to you](http://io9.com/john-hodgman-explains-the-end-of-the-world-to-you-521452635) (io9.com) - [If SHTF, should you head for the city or country?](http://globalresearchreport.com/2014/05/30/if-shtf-should-you-head-for-the-city-or-country/) (globalresearchreport.com) - [A Guide to the Post-Apocalyptic You](http://www.mademan.com/lewis-dartnell-the-knowledge-interview/) (mademan.com) - [Albrecht Dürer, Apocalyptic Self-Publishing Pioneer](http://hyperallergic.com/147145/albrecht-durer-apocalyptic-self-publishing-pioneer/) (hyperallergic.com) - [Post-apocalyptic Skin Woes. 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There is distance between them and the events taking place. They have a view devoid of the passion of the moment, they see what has happened, and what the consequences may be, but they are not pressed by the urgency of the moment and they rarely understand the full scope of what they think they know. To make a decision from within can be the most difficult task and often there is little time to make it. In Melissa McPhail’s novel, Cephrael’s Hand, decisions are made and judged by those who only see part of the story, and the consequences are momentous. Kingdoms rise and fall as the greatest game is played out in a world that is dying from within. It is up to Prince Ean and the First Lord to either save them all or destroy what little remains. THE GOOD This is epic fantasy at its best. Otherworldly creatures, magic, swordplay, mystery, and politics all have a place in this story and the author weaves it all together in a symphonic storytelling that is impossible to put down. The characters are vivid and maintain just enough connection to stereotypes to feel familiar without losing that which makes them unique. The setting is vast and ancient, giving it a Tolkienest feel that fans of the genre will be sure to enjoy. THE BAD There were no major complaints for this book. If there was anything to find fault with it was the rather over-used apostrophe in the names of people and places. It has become a bit common place in Fantasy and Sci-Fi to use an apostrophe in this way to make the names seem, well, fantastic, but it is used rather aggressively in this novel and it distracts from the quality of the writing. THE TAKEAWAY This is a great book and a superb start to the series. The epic scale and wonderful writing make this a really enjoyable read, even if you are not a fan of high fantasy. The political intrigue, passion, and action is sure to keep readers riveted. I would definitely recommend picking up a copy of this novel. ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *Cephrael’s Hand*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/cephraels-hand/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *Cephrael’s Hand* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/cephraels-hand/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! About the book:** “All things are composed of patterns…” And within the pattern of the realm of Alorin, three strands must cross: In Alorin… three hundred years after the genocidal Adept Wars, the realm is dying, and the blessed Adept race dies with it. One man holds the secret to reverting this decline: Bjorn van Gelderan, a dangerous and enigmatic man whose shocking betrayal three centuries past earned him a traitor’s brand. It is the Adept Vestal Raine D’Lacourte’s mission to learn what Bjorn knows in the hope of salvaging his race. But first he’ll have to find him. In the kingdom of Dannym… the young Prince Ean val Lorian faces a tenuous future as the last living heir to the coveted Eagle Throne. When his blood-brother is slain during a failed assassination, Ean embarks on a desperate hunt for the man responsible. Yet his advisors have their own agendas, and his quest for vengeance leads him ever deeper into a sinuous plot masterminded by a mysterious and powerful man, the one they call First Lord. In the Nadori desert…tormented by the missing pieces of his life, a soldier named Trell heads off to uncover the truth of his shadowed past. But when disaster places him in the debt of Wildlings sworn to the First Lord, Trell begins to suspect a deadlier, darker secret motivating them. Honor-bound to serve the First Lord in return for his life, Trell continues on his appointed path, yet each day unveils new and stranger secrets that eventually call into question everything he knows. ***Get Cephrael’s Hand through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Cephraels-Hand-Pattern-Shadow-Light/dp/1432759671/ref=la_B00479YNYE_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1407079317&sr=1-2) or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cephraels-hand-melissa-mcphail/1028338188?ean=9781432759674).*** **About the author:** Melissa McPhail is a classically trained pianist, violinist and composer, a Vinyasa yoga instructor, and an avid Fantasy reader. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, their twin daughters and two very large cats. ***Connect with Melissa on her [website](http://melissamcphail.com/), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/cephraelshand), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/melissagmcphail),or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4414232.Melissa_McPhail).*** [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c24a9117/) ###### Related articles - [607: The Dagger of Adendigaeth](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/08/25/607-the-dagger-of-adendigaeth/) (naimeless.wordpress.com) - [Cephrael’s Hand](http://katbiggie.com/cephraels-hand/) (katbiggie.com) - [Cover Reveal and Giveaway!](http://thebrassragcnr.wordpress.com/2014/08/04/cover-reveal-and-giveaway/) (thebrassragcnr.wordpress.com) - [A Guest Post & Cover Reveal by Melissa McPhail](http://cynthiashepp.wordpress.com/2014/08/04/a-guest-post-cover-reveal-by-melissa-mcphail/) (cynthiashepp.wordpress.com) - [One Often Overlooked Element of World-Building](http://oddinkmedia.wordpress.com/2014/08/07/one-often-overlooked-element-of-world-building/) (oddinkmedia.wordpress.com) - [Interview, Cover Reveal & Giveaway with Fantasy Author, Melissa McPhail](http://cynthiashepp.wordpress.com/2014/08/06/interview-cover-reveal-giveaway-with-fantasy-author-melissa-mcphail/) (cynthiashepp.wordpress.com) - [Review: Cephrael’s Hand, A Pattern of Shadow and Light: Book One by Melissa McPhail](http://iamindeed.wordpress.com/2012/11/23/review-cephraels-hand-a-pattern-of-shadow-light-book-one-by-melissa-mcphail/) (iamindeed.wordpress.com) - [Interview, Cover Reveal & Giveaway with Fantasy Author, Melissa McPhail](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/08/08/3417/) (naimeless.wordpress.com) - [Cephrael’s Hand Blog Tour 12/31/12 to 1/4/13](http://earthsbooknook.wordpress.com/2013/01/01/cephraels-hand-blog-tour-123112-to-1413/) (earthsbooknook.wordpress.com) - [Melissa McPhail : Cephrael’s Hand](http://www.derekhaines.ch/vandal/2013/02/melissa-mcphail-cephraels-hand/) (derekhaines.ch) ### Reviews [Book Review – Trophy Target](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-trophy-target/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-cephraels-hand%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F08%2Fcephraels-hand-d-copy.jpg%3Ffit%3D769%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Cephrael%27s%20Hand) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cephraels-hand/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cephraels-hand/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cephraels-hand/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cephraels-hand/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Cephrael%27s%20Hand&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-cephraels-hand%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** book, book review, Book Reviews, fantasy, Fiction, review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review - Trophy Target](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-trophy-target/) **Published:** August 25, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 51 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review – Trophy Target - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Deep in the jungle of French Guiana, a once anonymous soldier of the French Foreign Legion mysteriously disappears. Days later, word reaches his younger brother, Prince Erik Rohde, second in line to the Danish throne. Doubting the government’s capabilities and questioning the Prime Minister’s sincerity, Erik turns to the world’s top mercenary, Fadi Khaldun, to rescue his brother. Fadi Khaldun is a former assassin of the Saudi government determined to make amends for his malicious past. Since making his debut in the thriller [28 PAGES](http://www.amazon.com/28-Pages-Thriller-Allen-Mitchum-ebook/dp/B005YEO0PI "28 PAGES"), Fadi has spent the past seven years rescuing hostages, avenging the deaths of loved ones of his clients and destroying terrorist and organized crime rings in the deadliest conflict zones on the planet. Now he embarks on his most high profile and dangerous job yet to rescue the crown prince of Denmark. From the jungles of South America to the mountains of South East Asia, Fadi meticulously hunts the prince’s kidnappers while enemies at the highest level of government conspire against him. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/trophy-target.jpg?resize=196%2C293)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/trophy-target.jpg) “No man is justified in doing evil on the grounds of expediency.” – Theodore Roosevelt War has always been a messy thing, and modern wars have become even more so with their decentralized leadership, disparate factions, and unconventional tactics. Afghanistan is the perfect example of this with the different tribal factions, warlords, Afghan military, NATO, and a host of mercenaries, and when you introduce a wildcard like a foreign prince, things are bound to get complicated. Author Allen Mitchum takes us on a wild ride through the chaos of Afghanistan and the politics of Denmark. THE GOOD This is a fast paced thriller of the highest order. The action comes fast and it is impossible to avoid getting hooked once this story kicks into high gear. The writing is top notch and the reader is given a story so well crafted that you would swear the author is giving a first hand account rather than sharing a tale of fiction. THE BAD There really wasn’t anything to complain about in this novel. The pacing was excellent, the characters were well developed and even the editing was top notch. THE TAKEAWAY I really enjoyed this book and I look forward to reading more from this author. If you enjoy a good thriller filles with a healthy helping of political intrigue, I would definitely recommend this book to you. ###### Related articles - [The World Turned Upside Down](http://pjmedia.com/lifestyle/2014/04/11/the-world-turned-upside-down/) (pjmedia.com) - [Erik Prince tells his side of the Blackwater USA story at the Acton Institute](http://www.mlive.com/business/west-michigan/index.ssf/2014/02/erik_prince_tells_his_side_of.html) (mlive.com) - [Blackwater Founder’s Mercenary Army Abandoned in Somali Desert](http://news.antiwar.com/2012/10/05/blackwater-founders-mercenary-army-abandoned-in-somali-desert/) (news.antiwar.com) - [Syria conflict could last years, spark Middle East war](http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2014/02/12/syria-civil-war-years-more/4966489/) (usatoday.com) - [Argh! Sea Piracy Plunges 54%](http://www.newser.com/story/150169/argh-sea-piracy-plunges-54.html) (newser.com) - [NEO – Specter of Western Mercenaries Hangs Over Ukraine Crisis](http://www.veteranstoday.com/2014/03/24/neo-specter-of-western-mercenaries-hang-over-ukraine-crisis/) (veteranstoday.com) - [Afghanistan warlord: Prince Harry is a ‘jackal’ killing innocents…](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/afghanistan/9774538/Prince-Harry-is-a-jackal-killing-innocents-says-feared-Afghanistan-warlord.html) (telegraph.co.uk) - [Heroes Face a Battle Against Time to Save the Human Race](http://www.pressat.co.uk/releases/heroes-face-a-battle-against-time-to-save-the-human-race-af4fe2a277b7e5a4adca39759f3b8045/) (pressat.co.uk) - [Warlords of Draenor: Ashran preview](http://wow.joystiq.com/2014/07/17/warlords-of-draenor-ashran-preview/) (wow.joystiq.com) - [The Desert and the Sown](http://battlegroundhistory.wordpress.com/2014/02/12/the-desert-and-the-sown/) (battlegroundhistory.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: You Can’t Kill the Multiverse](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cant-kill-multiverse/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-trophy-target%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F08%2Ftrophy-target.jpg&description=Book%20Review%20-%20Trophy%20Target) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-trophy-target/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-trophy-target/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-trophy-target/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-trophy-target/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%20-%20Trophy%20Target&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-trophy-target%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** NATO, review, trophy target, Warlords, Afghanistan, book, book review, espionage, French Foreign Legion **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: You Can't Kill the Multiverse](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-cant-kill-multiverse/) **Published:** August 11, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 50 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: You Can’t Kill the Multiverse - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/ira-naymans-you-cant-kill-the-universe.jpg?w=188&h=300&fit=188%2C300&resize=188%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/ira-naymans-you-cant-kill-the-universe.jpg) The multiverse is a big, no I mean BIG, I MEAN REALLY BIG place and there is a lot going on out there. If you’re an Agent of the Transdimensional Authority you never know what you’re going to run into (unless you actually read the mission briefing, but who has time for that). You might find yourself smack dab in the middle of the zombie apocalypse while the robot revolution is occurring and aliens have invaded, or you end up on a world of sentient machines have helped humanity to death. Yup, the multiverse can be a dangerous place. Thank goodness it is so resilient. In Ira Nayman’s latest novel, You Can’t Kill the Multiverse, But You Can Mess With Its Head, we revisit the office of the Transdimensional Authority, but this time we get to spend time with some of the other Agents as they each try to track down the source of some illegal counterfeit Home Universe Generators that have popped up in some very unusual universes, and when they discover a connection the whole team races into action. Okay, races might seem a bit extreme. It’s more like a casual stroll into action preceded by bureaucracy, indecision and uncomfortable personal admissions. THE GOOD The author does a great job of sharing the absurd possibilities of a multiverse filled with infinite possibilities. The pop culture references are brilliant and spaced for maximum effect. The development of characters introduced in Welcome to the Universe is fun and adds depth to an already enjoyable series. THE BAD Some of the scenes can get a little slow, but those are few and far between and there is enough humor woven into them to keep the reader from losing interest. THE TAKEAWAY I would definitely recommend this book to anyone. While I did not like this book as much as I enjoyed [Welcome to the Universe](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse/ "Book Review: Welcome to the Multiverse"), but it was still a really fun read. The different chapters were enjoyable all on their own, but they are brought together to form a terrific story that anyone with half a sense of humor would enjoy. ###### Related articles - [\#MultiverseDay](http://mdibiasio.com/2014/08/06/multiverseday/) (mdibiasio.com) - [The DC Multiverse: Crisis on Infinite Earths](http://sourcererblog.wordpress.com/2014/08/06/the-dc-multiverse-crisis-on-infinite-earths/) (sourcererblog.wordpress.com) - [God Versus the Multiverse](http://guardianlv.com/2014/06/god-versus-the-multiverse/) (guardianlv.com) - [Guest post: Writing Should Be a Challenge by Ira Nayman](http://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/2013/08/13/guest-post-writing-should-be-a-challenge-by-ira-nayman/) (morgenbailey.wordpress.com) - [Zombies and Aliens? Zomb-aliens? 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It is often portrayed as a simple choice; believe or do not believe. The reality is that true faith has to come from somewhere deep within. It is a feeling inside that tells you something is true, no matter how ridiculous that might sound. When you have to have faith in yourself, especially when you barely know who you are, that faith might be the hardest thing to come by. D. Robert Pease’s novel, Shadow Swarm, is the story of Aberthol Nuile. He awakens in his own grave, unaware of who he is or what is happening, but he finds out soon that he is the king of a land that has been conquered by darkness and that it is his fate to restore the world to its proper course where love, peace, and freedom have a chance to thrive. THE GOOD The world that the author creates is rich and full of detail that helps set it apart from the Tolkienesk fantasies that are so common, but he maintains an air of familiarity that makes it easy to hop right into the action without feeling the need for a crib sheet. The characters are nuanced and the plot has enough twists within it to keep the story moving along at an enjoyable pace. THE BAD There is not a lot to complain about with this book. I felt like the romance in the early part of the book was a bit forced, but it is something I could overlook some due to the nature of the main character and the story as a whole. There were times where the dialogue felt a little forced, but this is a relatively minor complaint. THE TAKEAWAY Overall this was a good book that was a lot of fun to read. The story moves at a good pace and I think if you enjoy well crafted fantasy that you will find this book enjoyable. ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *Shadow Swarm*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/shadow-swarm/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *Shadow Swarm* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/shadow-swarm/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! **About the book:** Aberthol Nauile doesn’t know that he once led legions in a war that raged since the dawn of time, against an enemy that cannot be killed. He doesn’t know that he rode on a dragon with his father, and saw his mother die while giving birth to him. He doesn’t know that he once saved his great, great, great grandfather by defeating the black enemy on the slopes of a volcano. Aberthol doesn’t know that he beheld the creation of the world, as his grandfather eight generations before took the planet ravaged by a war of the gods and began anew. All he knows is that he awoke in a coffin in a tomb, and now the whole world thinks he is their savior. All he really wants to know is his name, and why he keeps hearing voices in his head.***Get Shadow Swarm through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Swarm-D-Robert-Pease-ebook/dp/B00KMX0I6G/ref=la_B005HF5G8E_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401805330&sr=1-7) or [Barnes & Noble. ](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shadow-swarm-d-robert-pease/1119628312?ean=2940149385829)*** **About the author:** D. Robert Pease has been interested in creating worlds since childhood. From building in the sandbox behind his house, to drawing fantastical worlds with paper and pencil, there has hardly been a time he hasn’t been off on some adventure in his mind, to the dismay of parents and teachers alike. Also, since the moment he could read, books have consumed vast swaths of his life. From The Mouse and the Motorcycle, to The Lord of the Rings, worlds just beyond reality have called to him like Homer’s Sirens. It’s not surprising then he chose to write stories of his own. Each filled with worlds just beyond reach, but close enough we can all catch a glimpse of ourselves in the characters he brings to life. ***Connect with D. Robert on his [website](http://www.DRobertPease.com), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/DRobertPease), [Twitter](https://www.twitter.com/DRobertPease),or [GoodReads](https://www.goodreads.com/DRobertPease).***. [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c24a9111/) ###### Related articles - [Shadow Swarm Book Contest](http://louisefindlaybooks.wordpress.com/2014/08/01/shadow-swarm-book-contest/) (louisefindlaybooks.wordpress.com) - [Shadow Swarm is like a plastic dinosaur driving a fighter plane through Middle Earth while eating a delicious hamburger](http://www.emlynchand.com/2014/07/shadow-swarm-is-like-a-plastic-dinosaur-driving-a-fighter-plan-through-middle-earth-while-eating-a-delicious-hamburger/) (emlynchand.com) - [Contest and giveaway of “The Noah Zarc Books”](http://onthegowithzeppi.com/2014/04/21/contest-and-giveaway-of-the-noah-zarc-books/) (onthegowithzeppi.com) - [Noah Zarc](http://www.lakshmigosyne.com/noah-zarc/) (lakshmigosyne.com) - [I have a confession, and It’s totally about reading](http://naimeless.wordpress.com/2014/05/07/i-have-a-confession-and-its-totally-about-reading/) (naimeless.wordpress.com) - [EXODUS by Kenneth G. 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Robert Pease, fantasy, Novel Publicity **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Saturday Night of the Living Dead](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-saturday-night-living-dead/) **Published:** July 16, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 48 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Saturday Night of the Living Dead - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Mary Claire gripped my hand. She leaned over the center console until her head was on my shoulder. “Whatever. But the answer is that, truthfully, I don’t really know how far I can go towards stopping you. Like I keep telling you, I’m the new kid on the block, and I’m sort of learning as I go. Isn’t it enough for you that I’m asking you to stay?” I answered truthfully. I told her that it wasn’t enough. Had she still been alive, I might have considered it. I’ve been in some strange relationships through the years. I guess it shouldn’t come as a surprise given the people you meet when you’re in my line of work. I’ve had women throw all kinds of kinky stuff my way, and I’ve always felt like a suave man of the world for being able to take it all in stride. I didn’t balk at jumping into the sack with a pale-skinned beauty who wanted to role play Lily Munster having an affair with Gomez Addams. I’d even kind of gotten into the part once things got hot and heavy. I had a naked woman ask me to watch her crawl around on all fours, barking like a dog and lapping champagne out of a Bil-Jac dish. And there was this time that a one night stand involved howling at the moon and running naked through the backyard. Even that was not so bad. But I drew the line at ghosts. Despite Mary Claire’s solid, flesh and blood appearance, and her apparent consciousness, the whole thing was just too close to necrophilia. Of course, I didn’t tell Mary Claire that last part. There was no sense in hurting her feelings. “Didn’t you tell me once that you and J.P. would make your own movie?” Mary Claire asked. “Back when we were kids.” “We’ve made lots of movies. Been there, done that, bought the t-shirt.” “No, you’ve done make up and effects for lots of movies. That’s not what I’m talking about.” I bristled at that. “Some of those movies, our effects were the best part. And if you think that shit is easy…” “Whoa there, partner. That’s not what I meant.” She reached out and patted my thigh. I didn’t mind so much her touching me anymore. Although I knew she was dead, it wasn’t like she was a zombie or anything. It didn’t freak me out the way it had only the night before. Funny how you can get used to things so quickly. Besides, when she smiled, she was still the same Mary Claire I’d known all those years ago. “You mean writing, directing, that sort of thing?” I asked. “I mean something with your name above the title. You know, Ryan Parker presents a K and P Production. I’m sure I remember you talking about it. Seems like you did a speech about it in Mrs. Honeywell’s communications class.” “Are you telling me that you want me to stay in Edgewood to make a movie?” I gave her a look that I hoped broadcast my incredulity but probably came closer to bewilderment. “That’s so fucking weird I’m having a hard time getting my head around it. I mean, not that the last two days haven’t been weird on their own. Okay, so I can’t ask why talking about the Grace Haven whackos gives you seizures. And I can’t ask what the hell makes my presence in Edgewood so important to all the residents of Ghostland or wherever the fuck it is you live when you’re not trying to commit vehicular homicide with my rental car. Can I at least ask why you want me to make a movie? Or is that also verboten?” Mary Claire’s hand went from my thigh to my face. She put her palm against my cheek. “You have such a way with words, I bet you could turn out one hell of a screenplay. If I remember correctly, you even had a name for it. What was it? Don’t tell me you don’t remember.” Of course I remembered. Saturday Night of the Living Dead. J.P. and I thought that was such a clever title for our hypothetical zombie epic. Brad Carter (0100-12-31 19:00:00-05:00). Saturday Night of the Living Dead (Kindle Locations 2380-2409). Post Mortem Press. Kindle Edition. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/07/snotld-cover.jpg?w=662&h=1024&fit=662%2C1024&resize=640%2C990)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/07/snotld-cover.jpg) I love a good horror movie, but you know I’ve never been a huge fan of gore and the ridiculous B-Movie stuff found at the video stores and on late night cable. I like watching them because they make me laugh with the absurdity of the stories and often the overblown effects are just icing on the cake. Brad Carter’s latest novel, Saturday Night of the Living Dead, is an homage to the drive in theater and the horror movies of the eighties and nineties when the genre was at it’s peak. The story revolves around the life of special effects artist Ryan Parker and the small town he grew up in. As much as he tries to leave his past behind him he finds himself drawn back home by the funeral of his high school crush, but when he gets there he discovers that leaving home is never as easy as it seems. THE GOOD This book is extremely well crafted with a depth of character and setting that I’ve not seen in a stand alone novel in some time. There was no confusion of character or motivation and it is easy to read the book and recognize people from your high school even though you may not be a fan of horror movies. I expected the book to be a gore fest from the beginning, but the author spends time developing the characters to the point that the horror becomes the frosting to a perfect desert. THE BAD There is little I can complain about in this book. The author uses a lot of flashbacks, but since the entire book is one big flashback I’m inclined to forgive that, especially since he uses it so masterfully. The language is pretty strong, but it fits with the characters and at a certain point in the book you start to expect it. THE TAKEAWAY This is a great book and I would recommend it to anyone over the age of thirteen. You don’t have to be a fan of horror movies or horror novels to enjoy this book and I think you would be remiss to pass this one by. ###### Related articles - [\#FWF – Homecoming](http://gotmeghan.wordpress.com/2014/07/05/fwf-homecoming/) (gotmeghan.wordpress.com) - [Carrie Underwood would like to be a zombie](http://www.nashvillegab.com/2013/07/carrie-underwood-would-like-to-be-a-zombie.html) (nashvillegab.com) - [Review: Decoding Annie Parker](http://theriskybody.wordpress.com/2014/06/08/review-decoding-annie-parker/) (theriskybody.wordpress.com) - [Oh No! 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Bennett’s new novel, Exodus 2022. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/exodus-2022-cover.jpg?w=662&h=1024&fit=662%2C1024&resize=640%2C990)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/exodus-2022-cover.jpg) ### The end is coming. We all know it. The only real question is how. Kenneth G. Bennett explores an end of the world scenario as fantastic as it is chilling. The possibility is there, but the author speeds things up with the fantastic elements that makes this story different from the run of the mill Contagion/Zombie/Asteroid scenarios so prevalent today. When Joe Stanton starts ranting about his missing daughter people assume he is on drugs. Joe doesn’t have a daughter and he never did. When the wrong people take note of his rantings the wheels of destruction are set in motion, putting Joe and his girlfriend on a collision course with the forces of nature and the men who want to control them. ### THE GOOD This book is clever and well written. It was hard to stop once I got started, and even when I thought I knew what was happening I was thrown a curve ball. the story takes place in the Seattle area for the most part, and I can tell you that it is pretty accurate in the depecition of the people and places of the are. The characters are well crafted and it is hard to do anything but bedrawn into their lives. THE BAD There was not much to detract from this book. Occasionally the action would slow down, but this was usually a precursor to an onslaught of activity that kept the book a real page turner. THE TAKEAWAY I would definitely recommend this book. It is fun and scary at the same time with a healthy mix of action and espionage thrown in to make this a great summer read. As an additional note, I would recommend staying away from whale watching while reading this one, unless you want your view of the apocalypse to front and center. ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *EXODUS 2022*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/exodus-2022/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *EXODUS 2022* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/exodus-2022/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! **About the book:** Joe Stanton is in agony. Out of his mind over the death of his young daughter. Or so it seems. Unable to contain his grief, Joe loses control in public, screaming his daughter’s name and causing a huge scene at a hotel on San Juan Island in Washington State. Thing is, Joe Stanton doesn’t have a daughter. Never did. And when the authorities arrive they blame the 28-year-old’s outburst on drugs. What they don’t yet know is that others up and down the Pacific coast—from the Bering Sea to the Puget Sound—are suffering identical, always fatal mental breakdowns. With the help of his girlfriend—the woman he loves and dreams of marrying—Joe struggles to unravel the meaning of the hallucination destroying his mind. As the couple begins to perceive its significance—and Joe’s role in a looming global calamity—they must also outwit a billionaire weapons contractor bent on exploiting Joe’s newfound understanding of the cosmos, and outlast the time bomb ticking in Joe’s brain ***Get EXODUS 2022 through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Exodus-2022-Kenneth-G-Bennett-ebook/dp/B00IRL8O2U/ref=la_B005FQMT58_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1400425656&sr=1-3)or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/exodus-2022-ken-bennett/1119501120?ean=9781620152126).*** **About the author:** Kenneth G. Bennett is the author of the young adult novels, THE GAIA WARS and BATTLE FOR CASCADIA, and the new sci-fi thriller, EXODUS 2022. A wilderness enthusiast who loves backpacking, skiing and kayaking, Ken enjoys mysteries, science fiction, action adventure stories and, most especially, novels that explore the relationship between humans and the wild. He lives on an island in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and son and two hyperactive Australian Shepherds. ***Connect with Kenneth on his [website](www.kennethgbennettbooks.com), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/Exodus2022), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/kennethgbennett/),or [GoodReads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5131305.Kenneth_G_Bennett).***. [RaffleCopter](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/share-code/YzE3YzI0YTkzYTJkODQ0ODQxZDUwNTUwMTQ3OTkxOjEwOQ==/) ###### Related articles - [Book Tour : “Exodus 2022″](http://tetmarqueses.com/2014/04/15/book-tour-exodus-2022/) (tetmarqueses.com) - [Full of Excitement, but Difficult to Put into Spoiler-less Words: A Guest Review of EXODUS 2022](http://www.emlynchand.com/2014/05/guest-review-of-exodus-2022/) (emlynchand.com) - [Interview: Kenneth G. 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Bennett, Pacific Northwest **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-daughter-sea-sky/) **Published:** May 23, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 46 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") ***[![Daughter3D](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/daughter3d.png?resize=177%2C291)](http://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Sea-Sky-David-Litwack-ebook/dp/B00K434HRU)The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky* by David Litwack** has launched! This fabulous title is available now on all online retailers and in your local book stores. You aren’t going to want to miss this new literary journey exploring the clash between reason and faith, and the power of hope and love. # The Book *After centuries of religiously motivated war, the world has been split in two. Now the Blessed Lands are ruled by pure faith, while in the Republic, reason is the guiding light—two different realms, kept apart and at peace by a treaty and an ocean.* **Summary:** A mysterious nine-year-old from the Blessed Lands sails into the lives of a couple in the Republic, claiming to be the Daughter of the Sea and the Sky. Is she a troubled child longing to return home, or a powerful prophet sent to unravel the fabric of the Republic? The answer will change the lives of all she meets… and perhaps their world as well. **Author:** David Litwack **Genre:** Fantasy/Speculative Literary Fiction **Publisher:** Evolved Publishing [![Amazon](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/amazon-150x150.png?resize=125%2C125)](http://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Sea-Sky-David-Litwack-ebook/dp/B00K434HRU)[![B&N](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/bn.jpeg?resize=125%2C125)](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-daughter-of-the-sea-and-the-sky-david-litwack/1119249848)# My Review When religion and reason are at odds there is rarely peace. When a world is divided between those who worship Gods and those who prize logic and productivity above all else, war is the result. When a beautiful girl with golden hair arrives on the shores of the land of reason, Helena and Jason are immediately taken with her, so when the government steps in to take control of the girl from across the sea, they know it is up to them to make sure she is taken care of, but would they feel the same if they knew the storm that would arise from taking in the daughter of the Sea and the Sky? David Litwack’s The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky is set in a fictional world divided by geography and belief. There is a slight steampunk vibe to the novel, but I wouldn’t classify it in that genre since the elements that make it feel that way do more to make the setting feel unique as opposed to being focused on that aspect of the world. Jason and Helena must sort out their feelings for each other and for the mysterious little girl that washed up on the beach as they strive to keep her safe from those who would worship her and those that would see her destroyed. THE GOOD The book is clever and well written. The emotions and reactions feel genuine as the reader is drawn into the story. I enjoyed the setting and the clash of ideologies that is front in center during the entire story. All of the characters are highly detailed, making it very easy to picture them mentally, and their complexity brings the setting to life in a way that allows it to overcome the book’s flaws. THE BAD This is not a fast read by any stretch. The same wonderful conflict of ideas that the story must traverse lends itself to lengthy exposition and that slows the book down to a snail’s pace in sections. Let me be clear here, I don’t mind a slow pace, but something about this book kept me thinking that at any moment the action would start in earnest, but it took so long for the conflict to get ratcheted up that I almost lost interest. THE TAKEAWAY I enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it, especially if you’re looking for something to read in the evening. 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[Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: My Partner, Jakup the Jay - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “Are you kidding me? A moped? You drive a moped?” He glowered at me. If he’d had shoulders, they’d have shrugged. I shrugged mine instead, “Take it or leave it—or use the wings you came with.” His beak opened and closed in exasperation. He peered skyward. “What the hell did I do to get this—this person? You can be sure I’m filing a complaint with the Local. This piece of junk is not big enough for the two of us.” “So fly.” He tried, big macho bird like him. He‘d keep up, no problem. Of course, he didn’t count on my hitting top speed and cruising, so finally I heard this cry, “Wait up. Wait up. Do you have to go so flippin’ fast?” “Not quite the hotshot you thought you were, are you?” I gloated. If I’d been a beetle, he’d have buried his beak in my back, judging from the dirty look he shot at me. I’m fairly sure scrub jays eat the things. I dismounted and opened the handy dandy bin at the rear of the scooter. We moped riders like to think of our mounts as power motor scooters. At least in the bin, he’d be sheltered from the wind. I spotted a moldy half-eaten apple, a Nature Bar wrapper, a couple of bungee cords, and a USB cord for charging my phone. Not my problem, beggars can’t be choosers. What the hey—jays EAT moldy apples. He hunkered down, shoving the bungees together in a make shift nest. He didn’t say a word, but the angle of his head told me, he was one pissed off *[Aphelocoma Californica](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Scrub_Jay "Western Scrub Jay")*. No doubt, he’d have more to say on the subject of mopeds when we reached our destination. I gunned the motor and took off. Estee Kessler (2013-11-13T06:00:00+00:00). My Partner Jackup The Jay (Kindle Locations 96-109). Jupiter Gardens Teen. Kindle Edition. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/jakupthejay.jpg?w=200&h=300&fit=200%2C300&resize=200%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/jakupthejay.jpg) Riley Rose didn’t plan much beyond the next semester. Being the perpetual college student with all of the beautiful women and the endless supply of booze was just too good a life to give up easily, no matter what his parents thought. When he is forced to volunteer on summer break he takes on a simple job feeding baby birds. Little did he suspect that before the summer was through he would have a bird perched on his shoulder and it would be telling him what to do. THE GOOD Normally I do not like to review Young Adult fiction because all too often it has seemed to me that Young Adult is writer code for Not-Good-Enough-For-Adults, I was running a little short on review material and I trust the publisher, so I gave it a read. This is a piece of Young Adult fiction that I would actually recommend to my adult friends. It is a well written easy read with a quick pace and engaging story. Riley and Jackup are well defined and have lives of their own, but the supporting cast is equally distinct and supports the story in an excellent fashion. The settings are believable and well detailed, giving the story the support most often found lacking in Young Adult fiction. THE BAD There are times when the story skips forward or an unimportant side story is injected into a chapter, and this can make for a slightly jarring read. Obviously it is not such a problem that I did not like the book, but it was the one thing that really bothered me about the book. THE TAKEAWAY I enjoyed this book and I think it laid a great foundation for additional books in the series. It was presented to me as a young adult novel, but I think it would serve well as an adult read for a lazy summer day at the beach. If you get a chance to pick up a copy, go for it. You will not regret it. ###### Related articles - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/248747779_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/writer-s-paranormal-napa-valley-tale-takes-wing/article_d201fa22-978d-11e3-9922-001a4bcf887a.html)[Writer’s paranormal Napa Valley tale takes wing](http://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/writer-s-paranormal-napa-valley-tale-takes-wing/article_d201fa22-978d-11e3-9922-001a4bcf887a.html) - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/268552885_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://leesbird.com/2014/05/04/sunday-inspiration-jays-and-cousins/)[Sunday Inspiration – Jays and Cousins](http://leesbird.com/2014/05/04/sunday-inspiration-jays-and-cousins/) - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/152673856_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://bobzeller.wordpress.com/2013/03/15/western-scrub-jays-at-pedernales-falls-state-park/)[Western Scrub-Jays at Pedernales Falls State Park](http://bobzeller.wordpress.com/2013/03/15/western-scrub-jays-at-pedernales-falls-state-park/) - 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[Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![Book Review TWF Giveaway](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/twf-giveaway3.jpg?resize=640%2C180)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/twf-giveaway3.jpg)Welcome to the REVIEW EVENT for Chris Datta’s Historical Fiction Novel Touched with Fire! We have a great giveaway at the bottom of the post and hope you enjoy hearing about this fabulous book. But first, the details: ## [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/tight3dducky.png?resize=265%2C527)](http://www.amazon.com/Touched-With-Fire-ebook/dp/B00DN7Z2PK)Ellen Craft is property In this case, of her half-sister Debra, to whom she was given as a wedding gift. The illegitimate daughter of a Georgia plantation owner and a house slave, she learned to hate her own image, which so closely resembled that of her “father:” the same wiry build, the same blue eyes, and the same pale—indeed, lily-white—skin. Ellen lives a solitary life until she falls, unexpectedly, in love with a dark-skinned slave named William Craft, and together they devise a plan to run North. Ellie will pose as a gentleman planter bound for Philadelphia accompanied by his “boy” Will. They make it as far as Baltimore when Will is turned back, and Ellie has no choice but continue. With no way of knowing if he is dead or alive, she resolves to make a second journey—South again. And so Elijah Craft enlists with the 125th Ohio Volunteers of the Union Army: she will literally fight her way back to her husband. Eli/Ellie’s journey is the story of an extraordinary individual and an abiding love, but also of the corrosive effects of slavery, and of a nation at a watershed moment. **Author:** Christopher Datta **Genre:** Historical/Women’s/African American Fiction ## [Kindle](http://www.amazon.com/Touched-With-Fire-ebook/dp/B00DN7Z2PK/ref=sr_1_9?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1372277226&sr=1-9&keywords=Touched+with+fire) – [Nook](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/touched-with-fire-christopher-datta/1115857804?ean=2940016424453) – [Smashwords](http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/330097) – [PAPERBACK](http://www.amazon.com/Touched-With-Fire-ebook/dp/B00DN7Z2PK/) **Review:** During the time of American slavery it was considered a given, at least publicly, by most southerners that most of the slaves did not want freedom, in fact they would not know what to do with it even if they had it. Never mind the fact that their were slave catchers and that numerous laws put into place to prevent slaves from even dreaming of freedom as an option. It was the lie behind their lives that allowed them to think of their slaves as something less than human and therefor unworthy of anything but slavery. After all, weren’t they doing the slave a favor by providing them with food, shelter and a purpose? Christopher Datta’s new book, Touched With Fire, tells the story of a woman born a slave who fights for her freedom, no matter the cost and puts a flame to the very notion that the appearance of obedience means contentment. Beneath the cool exterior burns a desire to be free, and if she has to live a lie to make that dream happen, then so be it. THE GOOD There is a lot to like about this book. The author weaves a tale that keeps the reader hopping and wondering when Ellie, the protagonist, will be discovered and exposed for who and what she is. The story is riveting and filled with action and suspense. Once I got started on this read I had a hard time putting it down and found myself talking to my wife about it before I would let her go to sleep. It is easy to get a sense for the places Ellie goes to and the people she meets. While Ellie is definitely the focus of the story, the characters that surround her bring life to it and feed the inner and outer conflicts that she must face over the course of the novel. THE BAD The only negative comment I have on the book is a minor thing, and something that other might find ridiculous, but it bothered me, so I will mention it. The book is presented as the fictionalization of the life of Ellie, a real person that escaped from a life of slavery. In the Author’s notes we learn that everything beyond the second part is complete and utter fabrication. Mister Datta explains that it was done in order to advance a bigger story of the era, and I understand that, but I felt let down by the revelation coming at the end. I don’t know that being more up front about the departure from historical reality would have been any better since it would have given away much of the story, but it was still a punch in the gut for me. I suppose you should consider this a compliment after a fashion because I was so invested in the story that to find so much of it to be pure fiction was a let down. THE TAKEAWAY Go get this book. It is an excellent read with a very compelling story. The tension is exceptional and the inner conflict of Ellie is every bit as interesting as the larger conflict of her escape from slavery and her role as a soldier during the Civil War. 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He has seen mass graves, brought war criminals to justice and in this new chapter, Datta brings readers a stunning historical account of the American Civil War with *Touched with Fire*. His attention to detail is superb, and his experiences abroad have given him ample stories to tell for years to come. His action packed life has taken him across the world from the United States to Liberia and Southern Sudan. Not only serving in active war zones but often battling tropical diseases, Datta has nurtured his fascination with civil conflict by diving into the history books and historical records of America’s past. His research is meticulous, and his attention to detail creates vivid pictures of the past. Follow Chris on his website for updates about new releases and upcoming events: ###### Related articles - [Review of ‘Touched With Fire’](http://charlieray45.wordpress.com/2014/03/15/review-of-touched-with-fire/) (charlieray45.wordpress.com) - [Cover Reveal for Touched With Fire by Christopher Datta](http://eulana.com/2014/02/19/cover-reveal-for-touched-with-fire-by-christopher-datta/) (eulana.com) - [Book Review: “Touched with Fire” by Christopher Datta](http://dansantosspeaks.wordpress.com/2014/01/10/book-review-touched-with-fire-by-christopher-datta/) (dansantosspeaks.wordpress.com) - [Touched with Fire by Christopher Datta with Giveaway, Excerpt and New Cover!](http://iam-indeed.com/touched-fire-christopher-datta/) (iam-indeed.com) - [’12 Years a Slave’: What happened to slave rebellion?](http://newafrikan77.wordpress.com/2014/04/06/12-years-a-slave-what-happened-to-slave-rebellion/) (newafrikan77.wordpress.com) - [Blog Tour, Excerpt & Giveaway: ‘The Silver Sickle’ by Ellie Ann](http://debooksharing.wordpress.com/2014/04/22/blog-tour-excerpt-giveaway-the-silver-sickle-by-ellie-ann/) (debooksharing.wordpress.com) - [Slave Routes: A Global Vision](http://historicismnet.wordpress.com/2014/04/22/slave-routes-a-global-vision/) (historicismnet.wordpress.com) - [the effects of slavery on economic performance](http://orgtheory.wordpress.com/2014/04/23/the-effects-of-slavery-on-economic-performance/) (orgtheory.wordpress.com) - [Making Small Children Cry at Historical Sites](http://museumingpirok.wordpress.com/2014/04/15/making-small-children-cry-at-historical-sites/) (museumingpirok.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Day of Reckoning](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-day-of-reckoning/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-touched-fire%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F04%2Ftwf-giveaway3.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Touched%20With%20Fire) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-touched-fire/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-touched-fire/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-touched-fire/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-touched-fire/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Touched%20With%20Fire&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-touched-fire%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Historical fiction, review, Slavery, Touched With Fire, Union Army, book, United States, book review, Christopher Datta, civil war, Ellen and William Craft, Ellie **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Day of Reckoning](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-day-of-reckoning/) **Published:** March 7, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 43 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Day of Reckoning - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") This is my book review of Stephan England’s novel, Day of Reckoning. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/frontcoverdor.jpg?resize=640%2C967 "Day of Reckoning")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/frontcoverdor.jpg) Harry Nickles is a man used to terror. His position in the [Clandestine Service](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Espionage "Espionage") has seen him travel to every possible hotbed of terrorism in the world, but when one of his team members turned traitor during their last mission, it added to the already intense paranoia that accompanies any career spy. Assassination attempts and terror attacks leave Washington D.C. in chaos and Harry is forced to go rogue in order to protect the terrorists’ next target. THE GOOD High stakes action and realistic espionage fill almost every page of this book, making it a fast paced read that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The characters are intense and filled with flaws that make them relatable, despite the fact that they live lives that most of us would never fully understand. The author displays a knowledge of firearms and tactics that, if not real, at least is written well enough to make the reader think that the author has first-hand experience. THE BAD The story is wide ranging in its scope, so at times it feels a little drawn out. The plot within plot structure make it feel like you are reaching the end of the book a couple of times, only to be drawn back in, but this is a minor thing and does little to detract from the overall strength of the book. THE TAKEAWAY Stephen England hit this one out of the ballpark and ends the book with a hook to its sequel that will leave you salivating for more. In the genre of espionage thrillers you will be hard pressed to find better than this book, or this author. ###### Related articles - [Hal, Lay off the Booze and Debauchery – You’re Embarrassing the Fam](http://newpaltzshakespeare.wordpress.com/2014/03/07/hal-lay-off-the-booze-and-debauchery-youre-embarrassing-the-fam/) (newpaltzshakespeare.wordpress.com) - [Surgically implanted bombs: The latest terror hysteria](http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2011/07/07/surgically-implanted-bombs-the-latest-terror-hysteria/) (theblaze.com) - [Arthur Cantrell Recreates the Terror and Intrigue that Foreshadowed the End of WWII](http://youbymyside.org/2014/03/06/arthur-cantrell-recreates-the-terror-and-intrigue-that-foreshadowed-the-end-of-wwii/) (youbymyside.org) - [Dead Reckoning](http://nancymguillory.wordpress.com/2013/12/31/dead-reckoning/) (nancymguillory.wordpress.com) - [Book Banter: Tell No Lies](http://thewordnerds.wordpress.com/2014/03/06/book-banter-tell-no-lies/) (thewordnerds.wordpress.com) - [Plot against U.S. had roots in Dallas](http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20140306001499) (koreaherald.com) - [How the Espionage Act of 1917 Became a Law Against Whistleblowing](http://motherboard.vice.com/blog/how-the-espionage-act-of-1917-became-a-law-against-whistleblowing) (motherboard.vice.com) - [Etiquette & Espionage (Finishing School #1) – Gail Carriger](http://confessionsfromabibliophile.wordpress.com/2014/01/06/etiquette-and-espionage-finishing-school-1-gail-carriger/) (confessionsfromabibliophile.wordpress.com) - [Foreign spies ‘highly’ interested in Canada’s nuclear and military secrets, intelligence agency warns](http://news.nationalpost.com/2014/01/27/foreign-spies-highly-interested-in-canadas-nuclear-and-military-secrets-intelligence-agency-warns/) (news.nationalpost.com) - [Syrian opposition takes further measures against terrorism and espionage](http://www.syrianews.cc/syrian-opposition-terrorism-espionage/) (syrianews.cc) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Skylar Wishes](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-skylar-wishes/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-day-of-reckoning%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F03%2Ffrontcoverdor.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Day%20of%20Reckoning) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-day-of-reckoning/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-day-of-reckoning/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-day-of-reckoning/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-day-of-reckoning/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Day%20of%20Reckoning&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-day-of-reckoning%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Book Reviews, Day of Reckoning, espionage, review, Stephan England, terrorism, Warfare and Conflict, author, book, book review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Skylar Wishes](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-skylar-wishes/) **Published:** March 3, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 42 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Skylar Wishes - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") # Here is my book review of Tina L. Hook’s, Skylar Wishes. Read it, then buy the book. ![Skylar-Wishes-Cover-450x700](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/skylar-wishes-cover-450x700.jpg?w=192&h=300&fit=192%2C300&resize=192%2C300) Have you ever wished that you could be someone else? What if your wish was granted? Would you live your life in their place, or would your personality change the life you wished to have? Sometimes getting what you asked for is not nearly as enjoyable as you imagined. When three women with a gift for magic become entangled in one another’s lives, even the removal of their power cannot protect themselves or their desires. Author Tina H. Luck gives us an interesting view into the lives of three women, each with their own unique power, and the desires that drive each of them. When one of the women discovers that she can swap bodies with one of the others, the fun really begins. What are the consequences for living someone else’s life and what happens when love comes calling and you are not yourself? ## THE GOOD This is an interesting novel with a clever take on walking a mile in someone else’s shoes. The story is well written and the characters are well defined, which is an absolute must in a book where perspectives and bodies are exchanged constantly. The way the author handles the body swaps is clever and inventive, which keeps it from being a boring retread of a well used concept. ## THE BAD The settings are a little non-descript with the exception of the Kentucky farmhouse. The different locales were distinct from one another, but a simple name change could have moved the locations without much of an impact on the story. ## THE TAKEAWAY I really enjoyed this book, and it does not fall within my normal reading list genre’s. It is not high on action, and even the romance felt a little lacking at times, but it is clever and a good read worth adding to your shelf. ![skylar ecover 3d](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/skylar-ecover-3d.jpg?w=253&h=300&fit=253%2C300&resize=253%2C300) ### About the Book – About the Author – Prizes!!! **About the prizes:** Who doesn’t love prizes? You could win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards or an autographed copy of *Skylar Wishes*! Here’s what you need to do… 1. ***Enter the Rafflecopter contest*** 2. ***Leave a comment on my blog*** That’s it! One random commenter during this tour will win the first gift card. Visit more blogs for more chances to win–the full list of participating bloggers can be found [HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/skylar-wishes/). The other two prizes will be given out via Rafflecopter. You can find the contest entry form linked below or on [the official *Skylar Wishes* tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/skylar-wishes/) via Novel Publicity. Good luck! About the book:** Grace is the only one who remembers the truth—that comets are the source of extraordinary destinies. Since their last night together, all memory of their comets and their old powers has abandoned Skylar and Alina. All that is left is Alina’s enduring envy for everything Skylar touches, and Alina’s sudden ability to wake up inside of Skylar’s body, if only for a few minutes. After Alina finally forces her will and switches bodies with Skylar, harsh realities surface. The holes in Skylar’s relationship with Darren are exposed, and Skylar herself becomes seduced by the idea of living two lives at once, and loving two men at once. Grace might be able to save them, but everything Skylar and Alina know about love has to change. When their comets return, these three women must choose their fate once more.***Get Skylar Wishes through [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Tina-L.-Hook/e/B007SY9B7O) or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/skylar-wishes-tina-l-hook/1116875206?ean=2940045253598).*** **About the author:** Tina L. Hook grew up in Orlando, Florida where she graduated from Rollins College. Her debut novel, Enchanted by Starlight, was honored as a Finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards for Science Fiction/Fantasy. She lives in a small town near Nashville with her husband. When she is not daydreaming over a blinking cursor, she is blogging at GirlwithaNewLife2.com. ***Connect with Tina on her [website](http://www.TinaLHook.com), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tina-L-Hook/204083122975542), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/TinaLaneBlogs),or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5782208.Tina_L_Hook).***. **EMBED CODE can be found at** http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/share-code/YzE3YzI0YTkzYTJkODQ0ODQxZDUwNTUwMTQ3OTkxOjk5/ [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c17c2499/) ###### Related articles - [Tina L. Hook’s Newest Release is Out! Skylar Wishes.](http://tipsylit.com/2013/10/15/tina-l-hooks-newest-release-is-out-skylar-wishes/) (tipsylit.com) - [Author Interview: Tina L. Hook](http://tipsylit.com/2013/08/26/author-interview-tina-l-hook/) (tipsylit.com) - [Book Review: Five Ways a Boy Can Break Your Heart by Cate Ashwood & Skylar M. 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Hook, book review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Epona](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-epona/) **Published:** February 11, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 41 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Epona - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Amelia remembered the first time she stepped into the stables belonging to the Frenchman. They had been pristine. His barns were built of not wood but of stone and mortar, which held them together well, despite the cold climate. The stalls were kept so clean that the horses never had a speck of dirt on them, even after being contained in them for some time. The men who took care of the horses lived in housing that was contained inside of the barn. She and her father would live in an apartment above the barn with one bedroom, a bath and kitchenette. Everyone who worked with the horses ate together in the mess which was a hundred feet away from the barn and the hay. The first thing Amelia saw when she entered the barn, was a statue of a woman. The statue sat on a table leaning against a tall post in the middle of the barn. Both dried and fresh roses fell around it and on it and made it appear to be a shrine. The sweet smell of perfume from the roses permeated the room. The aroma surrounding the image produced a tickling sensation on her skin that Amelia had never experienced in her short life. The statue appeared to be a stout woman in a robe, sitting in front of a horse that lay down with its head resting in her lap. Amelia remembered touching the shrine and experiencing the sensation of knowing the woman. Suddenly she stood in a meadow Robin Whitten. [Epona](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epona "Epona") (Kindle Locations 91-101). Jupiter Gardens Press. Kindle Edition. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/epona.jpg?resize=333%2C500)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/epona.jpg) **Epona by Robin Whitten** Life is messy and none of us has any real control over our own lives. If we are lucky we are able to surround ourselves with the things we love and the people we love so that life can be enjoyable. Robin Whitten’s novella, Epona, is the story of Amelia and the way her life was effected by horses. THE GOOD This is a lovely little novella that gives the reader a brief look into Amelia’s life from the time of her childhood to the day of her death. While Amelia is the main character, the supporting cast is well defined and compliments the protagonist nicely. The settings are well crafted and they are easy to imagine. The story reads like an extended character portrait, but that is okay given its length. THE BAD There is not much to dislike about this book other than the fact that it is a quick read and I would have liked to see more to do with the book’s namesake. THE TAKEAWAY This is an excellent character study and an easy read for a Sunday afternoon. Give it a chance and you will probably find yourself looking for more from the author. ###### Related articles - [Torchy Tuesday: Dark Guardian Eshigel](http://flossiebentonrogers.com/2013/12/24/torchy-tuesday-dark-guardian-eshigel/) (flossiebentonrogers.com) - [Epona](http://sisteronyx.wordpress.com/2013/11/15/epona/) (sisteronyx.wordpress.com) - [A mysterious package arrived on her doorstep…](http://thefragrantman.com/2013/11/06/a-mysterious-package-arrived-on-her-doorstep/) (thefragrantman.com) - [On the Second Night of Saturnalia…](http://aediculaantinoi.wordpress.com/2013/12/18/on-the-second-night-of-saturnalia/) (aediculaantinoi.wordpress.com) - [Even Goddesses Have Bad Days](http://flossiebentonrogers.com/2013/12/22/even-goddesses-have-bad-days/) (flossiebentonrogers.com) - [Etain Echraidhe](http://jbwye.com/2013/11/26/etain-echraidhe/) (jbwye.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: New Frontier](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-new-frontier/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-epona%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F02%2Fepona.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Epona) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-epona/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-epona/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-epona/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-epona/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Epona&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-epona%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** horses, life, Lifetime, novella, book, review, book review, Robin Whitten, Death, Epona, Family, Fiction, Horse **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: New Frontier](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-new-frontier/) **Published:** February 5, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 40 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: New Frontier - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") SPACE is a silent and vastly dead expanse, yet filled with marvels of life, twists of physics, furnaces of unimaginable fire, and wastelands of matter-shattering cold. There is no greater ocean for humanity to sail, no more perilous journey, and none more yearned for by generation upon generation. Tentative steps into the endless frontier inevitably are loosened into giant leaps, but adventure brings with it failures as often as glory. Light years from Sol and the comforts of home, humanity’s greatest leap lay strewn across hundreds of miles, now little more than smoldering wreckage of dreams feebly forged into reality. The once sleek and vaguely arrowhead shaped craft so many people cheered on its way was drifting wounded and listless. The daring vessel, audacious by design, the main body accompanied by four sets of engines jutting from either side, shot through space scattering bodies and shards of metal and freezing vapor leaking from its own wounds. It was the culmination of centuries of leaps and stuttering steps forward in science and engineering. The Argos, now rent down the middle nearly in half, the scar running forward from the reactors at the aft reaching for the bow. Bodies floated in space, some of them sucked out so suddenly into the void that the immortal looks on their faces weren’t even surprised. They had been asleep, or monotonously going through their shift, now they were frigid corpses floating amidst the charred debris. Summersaulting about its axis three quarters of the Argos continued to make an orbit around a red and purple planet, no sign left of the assailants. New\_Frontier\_11-11 (Kindle Locations 44-56). [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/the-frontier.jpg?w=662&h=1024&fit=662%2C1024&resize=500%2C773)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/the-frontier.jpg) Competition can be a great thing. People work harder and faster when they are competing. It is human nature to desire victory, whether we admit it or not. Sometimes competition can go too far. The desire to be the best can change to envy or greed, and the motivation to create is replaced by the need to destroy. Jeremy Lee’s novel, New Frontier, is a science fiction rollercoaster ride that tells the tale of man’s first steps outside of the solar system, the competition to be the first, and the people who will do anything to win.THE GOOD Where to start? This was a really good book. The story is strong and well written. There was enough science involved to make the setting plausible, but not so much that it seemed implausible or something that the reader could not relate to. The book’s theme is timeless and it is easy to draw certain parallels to the modern world. The combat, whether person to person or ship to ship, was well written with a pace that kept the pages turning. There are a lot of characters in this book, and they all manage to retain their unique place in the story and setting, even though none of them would qualify as a main protagonist. THE BAD There are a lot of characters. Seriously, there are a bunch of them and the author dedicates time to just about anyone with a name. It is not really a bad thing, but the lack of a main character can make the ensemble seem a little on the chaotic side. Adding to this is the way the story is written: non-chronologically. The book jumps back and forth in time and space in order to give the reader little glimpses into the lives of the characters and the events that are unfolding. It is a little jarring at times, but I honestly can’t think of a better way for the author to bring the story to life. THE TAKEAWAY I really enjoyed this book. I devoured it in only a couple of days and I would easily recommend this book to anyone who enjoys science fiction or espionage. This book is one you are going to want to read on a lazy weekend, because if you pick it up only once in a while you might just lose your place amidst the time warp of chapters.[![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/new-frontier-tour-badge.png?resize=336%2C397)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/new-frontier-tour-badge.png) ###### Related articles - [Book Review: “The Daedalus Incident” by Michael J. 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Down the eastern edge, I meandered still down that wavy corridor. It had been a few minutes since I’d seen another person and the isolation pricked at my nerves slightly. Almost, I regretted saying good-bye to Otto, except that I knew my assigned area was near. I had passed a couple of new trails. My map showed a turn up ahead. When I walked past four waves of stalks, I was pleased that, just as my map showed, I was greeted by a set of two halls at right angles to one another. I felt utterly alone. But then I asked myself what else had I expected. My area was located near the middle and finding it meant taking longer than the others. They’d probably already left. I was not so well-oriented. Neither were there gleeful sounds of speech reaching my ears. It was eerie until I remembered my perspective; I was in a six-acre corn maze on the Gottlieb farm and that’s all there was to it. My map showed that I was now entering my assigned area, a space filled with box-shaped rows. Without the map, one would enter this location and not see how the right angles were interconnected, making them decide between numerous left and right turns, which would be interesting. Briskly, I followed the halls by keeping on the right, eager to learn the limits of my assigned area. From the start through a set of six boxes was mine to roam. So I thought to myself about the route I’d taken to get this far, which was simple enough to remember. I just needed to see where the boxes ended and learn why the fifth box was penciled in. So I traveled at right angles of the same length, all interwoven together. I wondered how anyone might hack it in the dark, thinking that one final turn would get oneself out of this entanglement. Quite unexpectedly, I turned left and was met by the sight of one box shape that was entirely void of corn stalks. Instead of being composed of halls, it was an entire square area which had been hollowed out and its only interruption was a scarecrow propped up by a sickle. This was the fifth square. Being amused by this curious sight, I couldn’t help but move in for a closer look. The sickle, whose sole purpose was to keep the scarecrow upright, was partially buried into the ground. The blade, whose serrated edge glinted in the sunshine, was up and across its chest. Overalls and a white shirt had been stuffed with hay to the point where it was stiff enough to be straight. A pair of old boots, long in of themselves, further helped to keep it erect. The arms had then been secured to the sickle. The most curious part was its head. Of all things, it was a small watermelon, which the Gottlieb family did grow, and an ugly face had been carved into it. Because it was carved, I could see the inside and that it had been emptied of its contents or else it wouldn’t have balanced itself on the neck so well. Surely, the watermelon idea had been the whimsical concoction of little Otto. The thought of Old Heinrich fulfilling one of Otto’s requests made me smile. Heinrich must have had fun stuffing it. The scarecrow’s face was certainly sinister-looking. In the dark, it would look extra spooky. Thank God for my little heart that I’d learned about it in advance. Amy Muniz (2013-08-06T15:31:28.870953+00:00). Midnight Guests and Other Weird Stories (Kindle Locations 1144-1168). Kindle Edition. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/kindle-cover-190x300.jpg?resize=190%2C300 "Midnight Guests and Other Wierd Stories")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/kindle-cover.jpg) There is something to be said about the things that we don’t understand, the noises in the dark, and the feelings of dread that are impossible to explain. Author Amy Michelle Mosier brings us her collection of short stories and poems about the things that go bump in the night; more specifically the things that go bump in the night in [Arizona](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=34.0,-112.0&spn=3.0,3.0&q=34.0,-112.0 (Arizona)&t=h "Arizona"). This is not a book of blood and guts and slasher horror, but it is filled with good old fashioned scary stories that are filled with a southwestern flavor. THE GOOD I am a fan of short stories and I think they are a great medium for stories of suspense and the supernatural, and this book plays right into that. The stories vary in length and subject matter, but all take place in Arizona. Having grown up in Arizona, it was interesting to read about some of the different locations that the author places the stories and recognizing the details that make those locations unique. The stories have a very [Lovecraftian](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lovecraftian_horror "Lovecraftian horror") style to them, where the fear laced into the story has more to do with the unknown and uncertainty than it does with death and dismemberment. I am not a very good judge of poetry, so there is little of substance that I can offer in regards to them, but their narrative is well done and not distracting from the rest of the book. [![H. P. Lovecraft](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/lovecraft1934.jpg?resize=182%2C284 "H. P. Lovecraft")](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Lovecraft1934.jpg)H. P. Lovecraft (Photo credit: Wikipedia)THE BAD It might be unfair of me to compare the author’s work to [H. P. Lovecraft](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._P._Lovecraft "H. P. Lovecraft"), but since I did above, I must do so here as well. I understand the intent of the stories, and the author comes close to pulling it off, but there is a little something lacking in the execution. The sense of the unknown is there. The discomforting possibilities are present. Elements of the supernatural and dread are laced throughout the stories. Still, there is a little something lacking that keeps the hairs on the back of your neck from standing up on end. I think the fact that the protagonists of the stories are less terrified by the events that happen around them than maybe they should be, and if they are not scared, why should the reader be? THE TAKEAWAY This is a lovely little collection of stories. If you enjoy ghost stories, the south west, or both, then this book would be a nice one to add to your collection. I definitely look forward to seeing what Amy Michelle Mosier has in store for us next. Visit the author’s website [HERE](http://enviousoftheclouds.weebly.com/). Visit the Author’s Facebook [Page](https://www.facebook.com/midnightguests). ###### Related articles - [New Indie Book Release: Midnight (Chris Philbrook)](http://www.indieauthornews.com/2014/01/new-indie-book-release-midnight-chris-philbrook.html) (indieauthornews.com) - [Tentacles of Doom](http://thehorrificallyhorrifyinghorrorblog.com/2014/01/10/tentacles-of-doom/) (thehorrificallyhorrifyinghorrorblog.com) - [PRINCE OTTO by Robert Louis Stevenson](http://caseyellis66.wordpress.com/2014/01/24/prince-otto-by-robert-louis-stevenson/) (caseyellis66.wordpress.com) - [Flash Fiction Fridays – writing short fiction](http://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/2014/01/24/flash-fiction-fridays-writing-short-fiction/) (morgenbailey.wordpress.com) - [Some opportunities … short stories!](http://wordznerd.wordpress.com/2014/01/22/some-opportunities-short-stories/) (wordznerd.wordpress.com) - [My Unrequited Love Story: Embracing the Wierde](http://futuremelove.wordpress.com/2013/12/14/my-unrequited-love-story-embracing-the-wierde/) (futuremelove.wordpress.com) - [Guest Post: “Disappeared” – Is the Mantequero Real or Myth?](http://effrosinimoss.wordpress.com/2014/01/24/guest-post-disappeared-is-the-mantequero-real-or-myth/) (effrosinimoss.wordpress.com) - [I did it! I indie published a short story!](http://yrthull.wordpress.com/2014/01/22/i-did-it-i-indie-published-a-short-story/) (yrthull.wordpress.com) - [Short films adapted from “Lovecraft eZine” stories, coming this year!](http://lovecraftzine.com/2014/01/21/short-films-adapted-from-lovecraft-ezine-stories-coming-this-year/) (lovecraftzine.com) - [Wierd Weather](http://mclaymern.wordpress.com/2014/01/12/wierd-weather/) (mclaymern.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Blue Into The Rip](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-blue-into-the-rip/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-midnight-guests%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F02%2Fkindle-cover-190x300.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Midnight%20Guests%20and%20Other%20Wierd%20Stories) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-midnight-guests/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-midnight-guests/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-midnight-guests/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-midnight-guests/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Midnight%20Guests%20and%20Other%20Wierd%20Stories&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-midnight-guests%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Arizona, desert, ghost story, H. 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Lovecraft, Short story, southwest, america, Amy Michelle Mosier **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Blue Into The Rip](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-blue-into-the-rip/) **Published:** December 2, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 38 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Blue Into The Rip - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") The flying machine hovered over the island of Dooleys Wood, a single blade whining in the balmy air. Various memorised schematics of helicopters popped into Blue’s mind (he remembered everything). The aircraft was like no other helicopter. A hybrid. Directional jet engines slung on either side of the fuselage. A traditional helicopter was heavy, noisy and mechanical, challenging gravity for a place in the sky. This machine had no such contest. A bronze-coloured, flitting hummingbird. The crack of breaking branches and a substantial brass-like ladder crashed through the canopy. “Hey, Gote.” A youthful voice over a tinny speaker. “Get on board.” Blue stared open-mouthed. “Do you want rescuing or not?” Rescue. The word jarred him into action and Blue grabbed hold of the ladder. The whine of the helicopter increased in volume. A few seconds later, Blue dangled hundreds of feet above an inland sea of never- ending water. A plain white logo of the Earth within a ring adorned the fuselage. The artist had done a sloppy job on the continents; the outlines were unrecognisable. Underneath, three words, OUR VERY EARTH. Undaunted by the height, Blue pulled himself into the golden-skinned craft. The ladder retracted and the door slid shut with a hiss. “Ready for the ride of your life, Gote?” came a boyish voice over the speaker. “Time to light the fuse. Wahoo!” With a deafening roar of engines and prop, quick acceleration flung Blue against the back wall of the compartment. Blue Into The Rip by Kev Heritage (Kindle Locations 172-186). [![Blue Into The Rip](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/12/blueintotherift1.jpg?resize=400%2C621)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/12/blueintotherift1.jpg) Time travel is supposed to be fun, or at the very least it should start out that way. After years of reading and movie watching it seems to me that the act of time travel (whether forward or backward) at least starts off as a lot of fun. There is usually that time where you are all excited about seeing something old or discovering something new, but for Blue, the awkward teenager with the unusual eyes, time travel was a nightmare he couldn’t wake up from or escape. THE GOOD The story and setting here are wonderful and creative. The blend of the modern day with a distant, dystopian future that seems all too possible is a winner from the very beginning. It can be all too easy to dwell on how awful things have become in this sort of setting, but the author, Kev Heritage, does a great job of using a soft touch that points out the dangers while not burying the reader in mind numbing darkness and dread. The main characters are distinct and vivid in their presentation and portrayal, so I do not get confused by the actions of the ensemble cast. There are a lot of twists and turns in the plot that keep the action lively and the suspense tangible. There is a lot to enjoy in this book. THE BAD There is not a lot to complain about in this book other than the occasional bout of teenage angst, but that is to be expected with a Young Adult novel. The majority of the characters are teenage cadets, so the anxiety and drama that accompanies that age group plays a major part in the story. THE TAKEAWAY This is an excellent piece of science-fiction that can be enjoyed by adults as well as teenagers. It is an enjoyable read and the first book in a series. Check out Kev Heritage’s Home Page [HERE](http://kevheritage.com "KevHeritage.com"), or His Blog [HERE](http://kevheritage.blogspot.co.uk). Find Kev on your favorite social media site: **Facebook:** **Twitter:** [@KevHeritage](http://www.twitter.com/KevHeritage) **Buy** Blue: Into the Rip at these locations: **Smashwords:** **Barnes & Noble:** **KINDLE: Amazon.co.uk:** [http://ow.ly/qr8CI ](http://ow.ly/qr8CI)**or Amazon.com:** **Paperback:** ###### Related articles - [U.S. Army’s Next Generation Super Swift Stealth Helicopters](http://markosun.wordpress.com/2013/10/08/u-s-armys-next-generation-super-swift-stealth-helicopters/) (markosun.wordpress.com) - [Underground blob of magma puzzles scientists](http://r.zemanta.com/?u=http%3A//www.nbcnews.com/science/ethiopias-giant-underground-blob-magma-puzzles-scientists-4B11188101&a=203093304&rid=c3913caf-55be-4c10-914b-7793149fb9f1&e=7d88fa09572c30614c8c859ed8dcefe2) (nbcnews.com) - [Rifts Characters with Daz Studio](http://www.outsydergaming.com/2013/09/rifts-characters-with-daz-studio.html) (outsydergaming.com) - [Aviation in Movies](http://crystalineskyblog.wordpress.com/2013/10/08/aviation-in-movies/) (crystalineskyblog.wordpress.com) - [Why is Time Travel Literature so Fascinating?](http://bambootelegraph.com/2013/10/15/why-is-time-travel-literature-so-fascinating/) (bambootelegraph.com) - [Nostalgia. 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But it wasn’t like that at all. Not for me. It was more like stepping from one world to the next; trading one bleak existence for another. Maybe there is a tunnel. Something connecting this world to the next, but I never got that far. I could have turned my back on all of it; left it behind me and entered whatever lay beyond where I am now. Another life…heaven? I don’t know. What I do know is I resisted. I denied the force that was beckoning me and I chose to stay here, surrounded by a solid breathing world I will never be part of again. Maybe I should have gone. I should have left and found that tunnel or doorway, or whatever it is, and never looked back. I should have left my pain in this world and started fresh in another. But there’s a funny thing about all that pain and hurt after you die. It becomes more than just emotions. It becomes almost palpable; hot and sticky, and adhering you in place. I think, sometimes, I wouldn’t have been able to leave it all behind even if I had wanted to. The pain made my decision a hasty one. I couldn’t separate myself from the agony that screamed for justice. I didn’t take the time to really consider my choice, or step back and try to fully understand what my decision meant. Dahli says it’s unfair, cruel even, that we are given such a drastic decision without knowing the consequences. She says we should have come to the resolution with balanced hearts, not ones that are crippled. She’s right of course. But what if we never really have a choice? What if us choosing to stay was just part of a bigger plan we can’t see? I’ve considered the possibility that Dahli and I are merely smaller parts of large cosmic game-pawns or checkers, or whatever. [![Thorns of Glass Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/thorns.jpg?resize=300%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/thorns.jpg) Death comes to us all, but when death comes early the loss is all the more tragic. It is nice to think that the souls of our loved ones move on to a better place, but what if that is not the case? What if death is so jarring, so filled with trauma that the opportunity to move on is lost and the spirit must remain behind, trapped at the scene for all time? Thorns of Glass follows the afterlife of Sam, and his memories of how he became a ghost at the age of fifteen. He struggles with his circumstances and his inability to effect the real world while his family suffers and grieves. THE GOOD The story is excellent and filled with just enough suspense to keep the reader hooked. It is pretty obvious who the murderer is, and that Sam was murdered, but the specifics are maddeningly close to the surface but kept hidden until that perfect moment of revelation. The characters are an excellent example of certain stereotypes, but they are compelling in their sincerity and I thought they were the strongest part of the book. The book centers around the physical and emotional abuse of Sam, so it is not a happy-happy-sunshine sort of book, but it offers a terrific view from the abused’s perspective and takes it a little further than you might normally find with the subject matter. THE BAD There is not much bad about this book. It is a little short, but I don’t think you could have made it longer without losing the perspective and the passion of it. The beginning portion of the book is a little long-winded with a lack of dialogue, but it moves on to the story soon enough, so I was able to get past it. THE TAKEAWAY This was a great little book. The subject matter is pretty heavy and I didn’t walk away from the book with a big smile on my face, but I really enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes a short but heavy read. Visit the Kelly Samarah’s webpage [HERE](http://www.kellysamarah.com "Kelly Samarah's Home Page"). Giver her a Like on Facebook [HERE](https://www.facebook.com/kellySKnobf "Kelly Samarah on Facebook"). And buy the book on [Amazon.com](http://www.amazon.com/Thorns-Of-Glass-ebook/dp/B00BKA4QE0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380865422&sr=8-1&keywords=thorns+of+glass "Thorns of Glass on Amazon!"). ###### Related articles - [Book Review: Emperor of Thorns](http://towerofthearchmage.blogspot.com/2013/10/book-review-emperor-of-thorns.html) (towerofthearchmage.blogspot.com) - [His Thorns for My Eternal Crown](http://earthenvesselcounseling.wordpress.com/2013/09/06/his-thorns-for-my-eternal-crown/) (earthenvesselcounseling.wordpress.com) - [Crown Of Thorns](http://makaylalusnia.wordpress.com/2013/10/07/crown-of-thorns/) (makaylalusnia.wordpress.com) - [New self-published/”indie” writer for full review!](http://scifireviewsandgiveaways.com/2013/10/05/new-self-publishedindie-writer-for-full-review/) (scifireviewsandgiveaways.com) - [Roses and Thorns](http://saradaniels4.wordpress.com/2013/10/07/roses-and-thorns/) (saradaniels4.wordpress.com) - [Tunnel Song](http://liamdochertysite.wordpress.com/2013/10/03/tunnel-song/) (liamdochertysite.wordpress.com) - [Spoiler Alert: You Die in the End](http://jottingdownlife.wordpress.com/2013/09/15/spoiler-alert-you-die-in-the-end/) (jottingdownlife.wordpress.com) - [Why Is Emotional Abuse So Harmful?](http://childhoodtraumarecovery.com/2013/10/02/why-is-emotional-abuse-so-harmful/) (childhoodtraumarecovery.com) - [Children Learn What They Live](http://brainsb4beauty.wordpress.com/2013/10/03/children-learn-what-they-live/) (brainsb4beauty.wordpress.com) - [Domestic Violence Day 5: Child Abuse](http://secretangelps911.wordpress.com/2013/10/05/domestic-violence-day-5-child-abuse/) (secretangelps911.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: LoveClub](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-loveclub/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-thorns-glass%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fthorns.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Thorns%20of%20Glass) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thorns-glass/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thorns-glass/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thorns-glass/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thorns-glass/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Thorns%20of%20Glass&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-thorns-glass%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Book Reviews, Thorns of Glass, Books, Child Abuse, Domestic violence, Ghosts, Kelly Samarah, murder, Physical Abuse, Psychological abuse, reviews, Afterlife, Spousal Abuse **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: LoveClub](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-loveclub/) **Published:** October 2, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 36 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: LoveClub - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") This is a first for me. I am going to put a caveat at the beginning of this review. The author is Hungarian and writes in Hungarian. I do not speak Hungarian. The copy I received was an English translation, and I am willing to assume that some aspects of the translation did not come off perfectly. When you read my review, keep all of that in mind. No matter how much she was attracted to crime-journalism, or how much she tried to prepare herself mentally for the occasion of seeing a dead body, it was still a feeling she wouldn’t wish even on her worst enemy. The whole thing felt like a terrible nightmare , and instead of it ending at the police station , it only dragged on. The officers had separated her from Bence so they could question them individually. They started off with the boy, so Lili had no choice but to wait. It seemed like an eternity. She was doing better earlier on. Maybe the shock she’d been through had kept her mind in place, allowing her to close out the outside world. As time passed, though, she started to drift back to reality, which made her more and more tense. The narrow interrogation chamber made her feel like she was a dangerous convict, isolated from the public for the sake of humanity. The air conditioning wasn’t working either, despite the room seeming to have been newly renovated . The only thing circulating the trapped air in this tight space was a buzzing old ventilator. The icing on this awful cake was the yellowish tint from the fluorescents above. Please, let it end! Lili smoothed her hands over her jeans, adjusted the top she had hastily put on at home, and was constantly redoing her ponytail . She didn’t have the time or strength to take a shower at home, so her hair was scruffy and she could still smell Bence’s sweat on her skin. More than anything in the world, she wanted to take a relaxing candlelit bubble bath with her favorite soap, quietly listening to the latest Muse . She began humming one of the band’s songs, Uprising, while unwanted thoughts about Bence and Nicole popped up in her mind again. Preferably, she would’ve denied knowing them. It would be so much easier to just run far, far away, escaping the problems. The cops, though, were coming to question her soon, and this was something that she found absolutely pointless. She had already told the female detective everything she knew back at the apartment. She couldn’t tell them anything more, even if they threatened to crucify her. They were wasting her time for no reason. Levente Lakatos. LoveClub (Kindle Locations 368-406). [![Book Review Love Club](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/loveclub_cover-644x1024.png?resize=640%2C1018)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/loveclub_cover.png)Evil comes in many forms and does not always present itself in the open, but it lurks and hides until it is ready to make its appearance. In the modern age, when anonymity is easy to achieve, there is little chance to defend yourself until it is too late. When aspiring journalist, Lili, gets caught up in the predations of an unknown serial killer she must balance her ambitions as a reporter with the privacy of her friends while trying to sort out her feelings as two men from her past return. Meanwhile the serial killer becomes ever more dangerous as his hunger for power over his victims continues to escalate. THE GOOD The main story is excellent and it is filled with clever little twists that keep you guessing throughout the book. There are plenty of points in the book where I found myself questioning the motives of the characters and guessing that they were involved with the killings. Whenever a plot point was revealed it came across as an Ah-Ha! sort of moment where suddenly the different pieces of the story started to make sense. The characters are fairly well defined even though few of them are truly likeable and some of them have back stories that remain shrouded in darkness until the very end. When the book ended there were just enough strings left to dangle that a sequel would definitely be a possibility. THE BAD I had to think long and hard about this section. Like I said at the top of this blog, there were aspects of the writing that may have been off because of the translation, so I am going to move onto other parts of the book I had trouble with. First, there is n abundance of relationship interplay in this book that does little to advance the story, and while the intent may have been to add depth to certain characters it felt flat because of the lack of impact on the overall story. Second, and probably most importantly, I walked into the book knowing it was an Adult Thriller, and I assumed there would be some explicit content involved. I was not disappointed in this regard, but the type of material involved was a little surprising. The further into the book the reader goes the more explicit content there is. When the scenes involve the protagonist and her lover the scenes are well crafted and well written, but when the scenes involve the serial killer it felt like I was reading the literary equivalent of a snuff film. The scenes were graphic and horrible, and while this was certainly what the author was going for, it is an uncomfortable read and there is enough of it to almost make me put the book down for good. THE TAKEAWAY There is a lot to like about this book, but not enough for me to say I liked the book. I’m not a prude by any stretch of the imagination, but I do have my limits. If you like your sex violent, your murders brutal, and your relationships messy, this may well be the book for you. I have a friend that may enjoy it and I may let her have a read to see if I am not off base with this, but you’ve got my opinion and that is what I am here for. Visit Levente Lakatos’s web site [HERE](http://leventelakatos.com/). Buy LoveClub at [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/LoveClub-ebook/dp/B00EJRTLWS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380742538&sr=8-1&keywords=levente+lakatos). ###### Related articles - [Featured Indie Book: Love In Between (Sandi Lynn)](http://www.indieauthornews.com/2013/09/featured-indie-book-love-in-between-sandi-lynn.html) (indieauthornews.com) - [Writerly Wednesday Welcomes Dorothy Knight](http://sallyfranklinchristie.com/wp/2013/10/writerly-wednesday-welcomes-dorothy-knight/) (sallyfranklinchristie.com) - [Autumnal links](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2013/09/autumnal-links/) (howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com) - [Featured Indie Book: Cake, A Fairy Tale (Dina Keratsis)](http://www.indieauthornews.com/2013/10/featured-indie-book-cake-a-fairy-tale-dina-keratsis.html) (indieauthornews.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px)### Reviews [Changes To My Book Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/changes-book-reviews/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-loveclub%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F09%2Floveclub_cover.png%3Ffit%3D755%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Review%3A%20LoveClub) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-loveclub/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-loveclub/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-loveclub/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-loveclub/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20LoveClub&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-loveclub%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Reporter, reviews, book, Serial killer, Book Reviews, sex, Fiction, Snuff Film, Journalist, violence, Levente Lakatos, Lili, Love Club, lover, murder **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Changes To My Book Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/changes-book-reviews/) **Published:** September 30, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 35 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Changes To My Book Reviews - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") I have been doing reviews for over a year now and this weekend I decided that it was time for a change. Now this change is nothing major, it is just a little style change to the format I thought I would give a try. If I don’t like it then I’ll ditch it and go back to the way things were. So what is this great change I am talking about? With all of my reviews I try to point out what I like about the story/writing/etc. and mention the things that I think could be better. I usually try to follow this up with some sort of final opinion about the book and few links. So what I thought I would do is divide up the review into a three main sections. The Good, The Bad, and The Takeaway. The first two sections are pretty darn obvious I think, and the last one will be for that final opinion. I have been trying to stay away from any sort of rating or stars, but if I decide to go there some day then this is the section you will find it. So there you have it. There will be three reviews coming soon, and they will all be in the new format. Leave me a comment and let me know what you think. ###### Related articles - [Book Blogging Extraordinaire](http://irunreadteach.wordpress.com/2013/09/28/book-blogging-extraordinaire/) (irunreadteach.wordpress.com) - [Finding Your Own Blogs to Tour On](http://disappearinginplainsight.com/2013/09/29/finding-your-own-blogs-to-tour-on/) (disappearinginplainsight.com) - [To Review or not Review…](http://divinitysagabooks.wordpress.com/2013/09/27/to-review-or-not-review/) (divinitysagabooks.wordpress.com) - [Goodreads: Who is the Bully?](http://clsiewert.wordpress.com/2013/09/23/goodreads-who-is-the-bully/) (clsiewert.wordpress.com) - [Goodreads Gone Bad: Why People are Pissed About Goodreads’ New “No Author Behavior” Review Policy](http://thebewildered20somethingwriter.wordpress.com/2013/09/23/goodreads-gone-bad-why-people-are-pissed-about-goodreads-new-no-author-behavior-review-policy/) (thebewildered20somethingwriter.wordpress.com) - [We’re on to “those” people – Trolls](http://onestoryslinger.wordpress.com/2013/09/28/were-on-to-those-people-trolls/) (onestoryslinger.wordpress.com) - [Please don’t make me beg for review submissions.](http://kristyharding.com/2013/09/29/please-dont-make-me-beg-for-review-submissions/) (kristyharding.com) - [Hurts Don’t It](http://bennyb15.wordpress.com/2013/09/26/hurts-dont-it/) (bennyb15.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px)### Reviews [Book Review: Done With Death](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-done-with-death/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fchanges-book-reviews%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Changes%20To%20My%20Book%20Reviews) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/changes-book-reviews/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/changes-book-reviews/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/changes-book-reviews/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/changes-book-reviews/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Changes%20To%20My%20Book%20Reviews&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fchanges-book-reviews%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Reviews **Tags:** Updates, author, blog, book, book review, Book Reviews, changes, review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Done With Death](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-done-with-death/) **Published:** September 13, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 34 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Done With Death - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") While Chuck was pulling out of the driveway and driving away from Sarah and her list of his amazing characteristics or lack thereof, the neighbor’s brand new kitten ran away, following in the footsteps of his predecessor, straight into the path of Chuck’s oncoming car. Chuck’s last living words where “Are you fucking kidding me?” as he hit his brakes and in doing so, at 45 miles an hour, managed to kill yet another cat, while his front tires rolled off the car, plunging both vehicle and driver straight into a tree. Chuck was thrown through the windshield and instantly broke his neck on the oldest oak tree in the neighborhood, which Number Sixteen had conveniently saved from being cut down during last month’s neighborhood planning meeting. This was how Chuck met his demise. Dead and not really knowing it, Chuck stood there, staring at his car and the body of a person he feared he may have hit and killed, lying at the base of the tree. “Hey man, you okay?” Yelled a voice from across the street. Chuck looked up to see a kid with long red curly hair and glasses in a plaid shirt, standing there smiling at him. And this was when Chuck met Number Sixteen, the kid who had been mocking him in Halo during the past week, and the person who had received Chuck’s file. “Looks pretty bad from over here man. Are you doing okay?” “Call 911, I think I just killed someone.” Number Sixteen began to laugh out loud, walking over to the scene of the accident. “You did kill someone, Chuck…” He leaned down and looked at Chuck’s dead body. “Looks like you just killed yourself man.” Chuck’s eyes widened as he looked down at the body in front of him. Realizing this kid was telling the truth, he began to panic. “But, but…Oh my God, but am I? No I’m not. Wait! Are you telling me…I’m dead?” “Dead as a doornail, man!” The kid shook his head and continued. “Not bad work if you ask me. It took a little bit of planning, but got to say, it all went pretty damn smooth. I should be getting a promotion for this one! I even took out two cats to make this all happen, you should be feeling so proud of this! A death as well-planned as yours is what my coworkers strive to achieve their whole careers…. oh wait, man I am so sorry. I forget myself. This is so new to you.” Normally, Chuck’s mind could comprehend intense situations. But then again this was the first time his brain had ever seen itself sprawled on the ground. David Babineau (0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00). Done With Death (Kindle Locations 91-110). Same Size Shoe. Kindle Edition. [![Book Review Done With Death](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/done-with-death.jpg?resize=333%2C500)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/done-with-death.jpg) To quote a favorite movie, “Death is just the beginning.” When death comes calling and you leave your body behind, what happens? Are there Angels of unsurpassed beauty waiting to greet you at Heaven’s pearly gates or is there a host of demons preparing for your arrival with a bath of fire? Up and down are the only two options most people consider, but what about that grey area in the middle? David Babineau’s new novel, *Done With Death*, is a quirky, entertaining story about what happens if you end up in that in between land known as Purgatory. When Chuck dies he finds out that he is something special. He is one of those fortunate few that is neither all that good, or all that bad, so he has a chance to earn his way into Heaven. Of course, if he fails he gets a one way ticket to Hell and its endless hours of mind numbing office work and the occasional bouts of more motivating forms of torture. How does he have to earn his way up? He has to serve some time in Purgatory acting as a Death, collecting the souls of mortal men and women (by the way of creative killing) and sending them to their designated final destination. It sounds easy enough, but things are never simple with Chuck, and when he discovers a little crack in the system he just can’t help himself. The characters in this book are outstanding and their interactions really move the story along at an enjoyable pace, but it is the setting itself that makes the book work for me. When celestial planes are run like corporations, you know things will get a little weird and the author completely nails it. The characters would be fine if the setting was different, but they’re so much better with it the way it is. The only complaint I would have with this book is that there are times where the pacing hits a stumbling block due to chunks of narration that can get a little long, but that is really a minor issue in the grand scheme of things. I really enjoyed this book and I am eagerly looking forward to the next book in the series. If you enjoy action, intrigue and some good old-fashioned snarky humor, then this is the book for you. Find the book on Amazon.com [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/Done-Death-ebook/dp/B00C5VBHK4/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=8-1&qid=1379080928 "Done With Death at Amazon.com"). Visit the Author’s website: [www.dbabineau.com](http://www.dbabineau.com "dbabineau.com") ###### Related articles - [Pushin Daisies](http://longlivethemouse.wordpress.com/2013/07/31/pushin-daisies/) (longlivethemouse.wordpress.com) - [Summer Shorts: THE BRIDGE](http://alanaofoz.wordpress.com/2013/07/31/summer-shorts-the-bridge/) (alanaofoz.wordpress.com) - [25 Steps To Edit The Unmerciful Suck Out Of Your Story ” terribleminds: chuck wendig](http://kimberlyabettes.wordpress.com/2013/09/11/25-steps-to-edit-the-unmerciful-suck-out-of-your-story-terribleminds-chuck-wendig/) (kimberlyabettes.wordpress.com) - [Dead Beautiful, by Yvonne Woon](http://snarkybookbabes.wordpress.com/2013/09/06/dead-beautiful-by-yvonne-woon/) (snarkybookbabes.wordpress.com) - [\#1: Departure…](http://massforce.wordpress.com/2013/08/14/1-departure/) (massforce.wordpress.com) - [The man behind Handsome Husband~](http://happilyhomeless2.wordpress.com/2013/09/01/the-man-behind-handsome-husband/) (happilyhomeless2.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: City of Pillars](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-city-of-pillars/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-done-with-death%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F09%2Fdone-with-death.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Done%20With%20Death) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-done-with-death/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-done-with-death/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-done-with-death/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-done-with-death/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Done%20With%20Death&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-done-with-death%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** David Babineau, Death, heaven, hell, Purgatory, review, book, book review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: City of Pillars](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-city-of-pillars/) **Published:** September 10, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 33 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: City of Pillars - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Let me say one thing straight off the top. I am not writing for your amusement, to ensure historical accuracy, or to get across some sort of philosophical metaphor. This document is my confession. I am writing down my experiences because I can no longer stand their weight on my soul. I need to relieve myself of the burden of my years and my actions. This is my last chance, my last desperate grasp onto the final traces of my sanity and my humanity. If only I can objectively recall what has happened to me, what I have been through, what I have done, then perhaps somehow I can find some loophole, some way to stem the inevitable tide of events that threatens to completely consume me. Deep down I know that I am kidding myself. I have no faith in this endeavor. In my heart I understand that there is no hope left for me, but still what’s left of my humanity dictates that I must try, must struggle against my inner demons one last time. One last gasp before the end. I fervently hope and desperately pray that no one will ever get a chance to read what I am about to commit to paper. They’ll be coming for me soon, and I am almost certain (for reasons which will become apparent later) that I will completely destroy all evidence of this manuscript in the next few hours. Once that happens there will be nothing left to tell my tale. No one still alive knows enough of the pieces to understand the horrific whole. There are no records of my travails in any accessible archive. Without maps (which for the reader’s safety I will not provide), there is little chance of finding any of the objects and sites scattered around the world that could validate my words. If by some strange twist of fate this document does somehow get into a reader’s hands, I urge that reader to immediately destroy the copy before proceeding any further. The words written down here can be the result of only two things. Either I have gone completely mad, in which case the following is just the gibberish and ravings of a lunatic, unworthy of review; or I have been the victim of an organization that does not wish to become known and possesses such power and influence that even having the barest knowledge of their existence could be a significant danger to the health and sanity of the reader. In either case, no mention of this manuscript should ever be made, and no part of it should ever be allowed to see the light of day. The information contained within can be of no benefit to the reader. I am a man who looked too closely at the inner mysteries, and it has only resulted in my downfall. Retain your innocence. Dominic Peloso (2012-04-21 00:00:00-08:00). City of Pillars (Kindle Locations 29-47). Kindle Edition. [![Book Review: City of Pillars](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/city-of-pillars.jpg?resize=384%2C600)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/city-of-pillars.jpg) What happens when you stumble upon a conspiracy so big that just knowing about it might drive you mad? Paranoia becomes a close friend and even the haze of drug use adds clarity to your tortured mind. When Mitchell Sinclair stumbles upon a mystery that propels him from ambitious lawyer to man on the run, he will wonder how much of his world is consumed by it and how much of his life has been consumed by insanity.Dominic Peloso’s novel, *City of Pillars* is the written confession of Michael Sinclair, a fictional lawyer from San Francisco that had a mystery dumped in his lap. He thinks little of it until it is too late and he is forced to run from the police and the mysterious men in black hats. The more threads he unravels from the mystery, the more tangled it becomes. Who is behind the conspiracy? Why are they after him? What do they want? I would love to go into all of this more, but I would hate to give away anything in this mind-bender of a conspiracy laden novel. I’ll try not to give away any spoilers in the rest of the review, but reader beware. The author takes the reader through the torturous, first-person journey of the protagonist a he tries to figure out why he is being hounded and who is doing the hounding. The book would be interesting enough as a typical piece of the conspiracy theory fiction filled with harrowing chases and narrow escapes, but the author takes this one step further as he explores the life of a man on his own and the demons he must face in his solitude. The narrative is harsh and unsettling in places, but it feels so plausible that the reader is almost willing to forgive Michael his sins. The plot moves along quickly, but the reading can be a little slow as most of it is written in internal narrative. Dialogue is limited, but that is okay since the book is about a man on his own. If there is a problem with this book it is that on occasion Michael goes on about things and then tells the reader that he can’t go into any details. It serves to move the narrative along, but it feels a little like a cheat. Including the hinted at information would have increased the length of the book with pages of additional narrative, so it is understandable that the information was left out, but it would have been more satisfying for the missing information to be glossed over rather than pointed at directly. I really enjoyed *City of Pillars* and I would recommend it to anyone that is in the mood for something a little heavy. You can buy the book at Amazon.com [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1931468001/ "City of Pillars at Amazon.com"). Visit the author’s web page: [www.tinyghosts.com](http://www.tinyghosts.com "TinyGhosts.com") ###### Related articles - [Madness…](http://notlostjustconfused.wordpress.com/2013/09/02/madness/) (notlostjustconfused.wordpress.com) - [Intellectual Infatuation](http://writingallifeel.wordpress.com/2013/09/02/intellectual-infatuation/) (writingallifeel.wordpress.com) - [Ideas III](http://budapestzannnie.wordpress.com/2013/09/09/ideas-iii/) (budapestzannnie.wordpress.com) - [One Side of Everything](http://crimemysterysuspense.wordpress.com/2013/09/08/one-side-of-everything/) (crimemysterysuspense.wordpress.com) - [The truth behind the conspiracies](http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/09/01/3596098/the-truth-behind-the-conspiracies.html) (miamiherald.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Souls of Darkness](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-souls-of-darkness/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-city-of-pillars%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F09%2Fcity-of-pillars.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20City%20of%20Pillars) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-city-of-pillars/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-city-of-pillars/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-city-of-pillars/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-city-of-pillars/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20City%20of%20Pillars&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-city-of-pillars%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Book, Reviews **Tags:** Dominic Peloso, Michael Sinclair, Narrative, review, San Francisco, author, book, book review, Conspiracy theory **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Souls of Darkness](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-souls-of-darkness/) **Published:** August 9, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 32 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Souls of Darkness - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Taiya looked furious. She stood in front of Alex’s house, waiting for him to go in, but he refused. “I’ll take you home.” “I don’t need you to take me home.” “But I want to.” “Alex, please, it’s getting dark.” “I’m not afraid of dark.” “You’re so pigheaded.” Taiya rode away. “Will you at least tell me why I can’t be out after dark?” Alex said, having a hard time with the holes, which Taiya seemed to know by heart. “Because of a very evil spirit.” “Oh, c’mon. We’re running from a ghost?” “Spirit.” “Whatever.” When they reached Taiya’s house, the door swung open and Kala, her mother, loomed in the doorway. She glared from Taiya to Alex. *Now that’s scary.* “Don’t bother. He doesn’t believe in spirits.” Taiya left her bike and ran in through the door without giving Alex as much as a glance. “Go home, Alex. Now,” Kala said, before she banged the door shut, leaving no room for discussion. Offended and humiliated, Alex started on his way back. “Stupid people. Stupid beliefs. And stupid lack of lights,” he mumbled, as his front tire hit a hole and he realized he couldn’t make out the road. The lack of street lamps would be a definite reason to get home before dark. Alex had his eyes glued onto the ground when he heard the high-pitched whistle split the air, followed by a gust of icy wind that made his bike wobble. *This is not happening.* The wind picked up, and he lost his balance. In slow motion, the bike fell sideways. Alex tried to move his arms to cushion the fall, but his hands seemed glued to the handlebar. A sharp pain gripped his right upper arm as he landed on a rock. He looked around, terrified, while he scrambled to get up. The high-pitched whistle stopped and the wind died down as he lifted the bike. “Whatever.” He peddled as fast as he could, while struggling to stay on the road. His arm ached every time he swerved. He expected to see the lights from his house at any moment, at least the ones from the porch, but there were none, only pitch black. Maybe the trees were blocking them, or maybe his mother hadn’t turned them on yet. He gasped when he saw two gray shadows speed across the road, a few feet ahead of him. His bike wobbled, as he pivoted to see where they’d gone. He could fight one guy, but not two. What did they want? Why not just attack him? Beaty, Eleanor T (2013-02-05). Souls of Darkness (Kindle Locations 593-621). . Kindle Edition. [![Book Review Souls of Darkness](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/soulsofdarkness.jpg?resize=528%2C816)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/soulsofdarkness.jpg)souls of Darkness Front CoverTaking a trip to a strange and exotic land can be a life altering experience. The everyday things you take for granted in your home town might be different or not even exist in the land you visit. Music, politics, technology, food and religion can be unlike anything you are familiar with and might leave you wishing you had just stayed home. If you were Alex, the main character of Eleanor T. Beaty’s Souls of Darkness, you would have wished that and then some before you even reached your final destination.Souls of Darkness follows the adventures of a teenager named Alex as he takes an extended vacation with his mother to the Polynesian island of Mahini. It is not the first place Alex would choose to visit, but his father had died six months earlier and his mom found an old brochure in his father’s things, so when she wanted to go, Alex reluctantly agreed. Mahini is an island paradise at first glance, despite the utter lack of technology, but from the moment they approach the island, Alex can sense something is off. Why does everyone have to be inside before the sun sets? Why does Alex feel like he is being watched? And why can’t Alex keep from looking like a fool in front of the cute girl working at the general store? The author does an excellent job of bringing the fictional island of Mahini to life, filling it with memorable characters, intrigue and a healthy dose of terror. This is one of those books that it is easy to get lost in because the writing allows the reader to picture the locations and people with such clarity that it almost takes outside interference to bring you back to reality. The story moves along at a good clip, but there are a few points where the action slows in order to impart some nugget of necessary information. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and would recommend it to anyone who likes a good thriller with a healthy helping of the supernatural. You can buy the book on Amazon [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/Souls-of-Darkness-ebook/dp/B00BC5KWM8/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1 "Souls of Darkness on Amazon"). ###### Related articles - [Are you stupid?](http://rjhlee.wordpress.com/2013/08/06/are-you-stupid/) (rjhlee.wordpress.com) - [Middle of the Night, 7-20-2013](http://madpoetenchained.wordpress.com/2013/07/28/middle-of-the-night-7-20-2013/) (madpoetenchained.wordpress.com) - [Darkness fell over me](http://jessejames141414.wordpress.com/2013/07/29/darkness-fell-over-me/) (jessejames141414.wordpress.com) - [Seeing Spirits: Souls of Darkness by Eleanor T Beaty](http://librarygirlreads.blogspot.com/2013/02/seeing-spirits-souls-of-darkness-by.html) (librarygirlreads.blogspot.com) - [Celebrate All Hallow’s Read with a Fiction Frolic](http://librarygirlreads.blogspot.com/2012/10/celebrate-all-hallows-read-with-fiction.html) (librarygirlreads.blogspot.com) - [Andrea, the character vs. the inspiration by Eleanor T Beaty (Fallen Ruler)](http://librarygirlreads.blogspot.com/2013/02/andrea-character-vs-inspiration-by.html) (librarygirlreads.blogspot.com) - [Eleanor T. 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Lee Ermey,” the man shouted. Over his crisp white shirt, he was wearing a red vest. He did not seem happy about it. “I will be giving you your vest assignments.,” he told the new recruits. Then, he started bellowing names off the clipboard. Noomi thought of herself as a practical, down-to-earth, fairy tale and global-warming disbelieving kind of gal; she had to be to make it through the male-dominated Alternaut Academy. Yet, standing in this nondescript room with all of these nondescript men, she found herself…tingling with anticipation. She hadn’t been this excited since Moulder Skully, who had played Jack Ryan in the TV series, came to her high school to talk about safe Home Universe Generator™ surfing! If Rod Blagorsopodd, her high school sweetheart, had excited her half as much, she might have married him. But, ahh, let us not spoil her proud moment with such sad memories – reality will do it soon enough. “Rapier, Noomi!” Sergeant Ermey finally bellowed. Noomi stepped forward, and was handed a yellow vest. Noomi looked at the garment with dismay. “No, wait,” she protested, “there must – this has to be a…a mistake!” Sergeant Ermey looked at her like she was something icky that had just adhered to the underside of his ballet slippers. “We don’t make mistakes,” he told her. “But…but…but…” Noomi sputtered. “We’re like that hat,” Sergeant Ermey calmly continued. “You know, the one that assigns kids to their houses in that magic story? We don’t make mistakes.” “That’s crazy!” Noomi, finding her outrage, shouted. “I was first in my class at the Alternaut Academy! My investigative skills were praised by every instructor I had! I have a letter of recommendation from Barbara Brundtland-Govanni that all but demands that I be given a knighthood! Or, at least, a Nebula Award! I…I…I…” Noomi trailed off when she realized that the other newbies had started giggling. “You finished?” Sergeant Ermey asked, sanguine. “Uhh…yeah,” Noomi, humiliated, answered. “Then, step back, please,” Sergeant Ermey ordered her. Noomi stepped back. “Rivera, Geraldo!” Sergeant Ermey bellowed. [![Book Review Welcome to the Multiverse](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/welcome-to-the-multiverse.jpg?resize=527%2C840)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/welcome-to-the-multiverse.jpg) It is almost impossible to turn on the television today and not shake your head at how absurd the world has gotten. People are famous for doing nothing. Athletes make more money than the President. Corporations are people. The list goes on and on. It is enough to boggle the mind. Now imagine all of that absurdity multiplied by an infinite number of universes and the absurdity quotient for any rational mind threatens to be dangerously high. Fortunately, [Ira Nayman](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-luna-for-the-lunies/ "Book Review: Luna for the Lunies!") has done his utmost to contain the absurdity into a tidy little book apologetically titled, Welcome to the Universe – Sorry for the Inconvenience.The book follows the adventures of Noomi Rapier, aspiring Agent of the Transdimensional Authority as she and her new partner follow the trail of a clever villain intent on personal entertainment. Welcome to the Universe follows the grand tradition of Douglas Adams’ The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. The humor certainly leans toward the absurd and there are enough pop culture references, both current and obscure, to bring a smile to anyone’s face. The writing is clever and mixed up just enough to make the book something special. The main characters are the two points of consistency in a topsy-turvy multiverse and you can’t help but root for Noomi. If I had any complaint with this book it was the ending. I wanted a little more…something, but it is hard to put my finger on it. It almost felt like the author ran out of pages and called it a day. All things said and done, I really, really, really, really, really liked the book, and that is five reallys, so you know I mean it. You can buy the book from Amazon [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Multiverse-Sorry-inconvenience-ebook/dp/B00A45ACTA/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1 "Welcome to the Multiverse"). ###### Related articles - [Top 10 Fictional Characters That Were Almost Totally Improvised](http://www.toptenz.net/top-10-fictional-characters-that-were-almost-totally-improvised.php) (toptenz.net) - [The Multiverse: Fantasy Fiction’s New Deity](http://alexwilgus.wordpress.com/2013/07/29/the-multiverse-fantasy-fictions-new-deity/) (alexwilgus.wordpress.com) - [UNCONVENTIONAL is Just That](http://fangswandsandfairydust.blogspot.com/2012/09/unconventional-is-just-that.html) (fangswandsandfairydust.blogspot.com) - [The mind-bending mysteries of multiple universes!](http://jakhongirshaturaev.wordpress.com/2013/07/27/the-mind-bending-mysteries-of-multiple-universes/) (jakhongirshaturaev.wordpress.com) - [Multiverse](http://renovatiolux.wordpress.com/2013/07/10/multiverse/) (renovatiolux.wordpress.com) - [Reasons We May Live in a Multiverse](http://kitskinny.wordpress.com/2013/07/30/reasons-we-may-live-in-a-multiverse/) (kitskinny.wordpress.com) - [A Big Misconception About “The Multiverse”](http://physicsandotherstuff.wordpress.com/2013/07/18/a-big-misconception-about-the-multiverse/) (physicsandotherstuff.wordpress.com) - [Does the Big Bang necessarily mean we’re part of a multiverse?](http://arstechnica.com/science/2013/06/does-the-big-bang-necessarily-mean-were-part-of-a-multiverse/) (arstechnica.com) - [My theory for Multiverses](http://bauerhorst.wordpress.com/2013/07/24/my-theory-for-multiverses/) (bauerhorst.wordpress.com) - [Fine-Tuning: The Multiverse or God](http://hacsproject.wordpress.com/2013/07/09/fine-tuning-the-multiverse-or-god/) (hacsproject.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Kingdom of Rage](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-kingdom-of-rage/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F07%2Fwelcome-to-the-multiverse.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Welcome%20to%20the%20Multiverse) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Welcome%20to%20the%20Multiverse&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-welcome-to-the-multiverse%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** review, Science fiction, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, absurd, Writing, book, book review, Book Reviews, Douglas Adams, Ira Nayman, Multiverse, Noomi **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Kingdom of Rage](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-kingdom-of-rage/) **Published:** July 17, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 30 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Kingdom of Rage - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Out of the hundred or so e-mails he received daily, nine out of ten were fun to read. The entire process took about twenty minutes to go through. One caught his attention that he couldn’t quite process. It was neither fan nor hate mail. The subject read: Your presence is needed. The sender expressed his gratitude for Rich’s involvement with local charities and community outreach. At the end, Waelim, the author, asked Rich for help in organizing a social uprising. Their movement needed him in order to gain traction and credibility. It wasn’t often that people requested his assistance, but this was different. Rich scanned to the end of the message and found the man’s signature and tried to figure out where he was from. Iran? Egypt? Middle East? New Jersey, maybe? That’s odd. There was a blog and Facebook link, a video attachment, and a headshot, but he hesitated to click it for fear of a virus. He read the message again, perplexed as to why his help was needed, then realized that the sender said he was from Saudi Arabia. “Why the hell does he want my help?” Rich mumbled. Instead of clicking on the link, he copied and pasted the man’s name into Google on a new tab and waited for the results. An instant later, the various links for his blog and Facebook account were displayed. Rich took another sip of his drink. “Here goes nothing,” he said, and clicked on the blog link. Sure enough, the same person who had written him was on the page. There were various links, as well as YouTube videos and pictures of the man and others. He hit the back button, found the Facebook link, and clicked it. He was relieved his computer hadn’t done anything weird—so far. The same videos and pictures that were on the blog reappeared on Facebook, so at least more than likely the man was who he said he was. But Rich’s gut was telling him that he was on to something, and he was determined to figure out if it was a hoax. But how? Any schmuck with a computer and knowledge of basic Photoshop could put this together. “Aw, screw it,” Rich said. It wasn’t every day a challenge like this presented itself, plus the investigative reporter in him was chomping at the bit. Josh Handrich (2012-11-10T22:25:11.443889+00:00). o 29ed0fc4c826768d (Kindle Locations 133-151). Kindle Edition. [![book review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/kingdomofrage.jpg?resize=333%2C500)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/kingdomofrage.jpg) There is a lot going on in the world today, and it is harder than ever to tell the difference between your enemies and your friends; at least when you’re talking on the world stage. When reporter Rich Fordham goes after the story that would cement his name amongst the greatest stars of television journalism, he gets caught up in a plot that twists and turns until Rich is no longer sure exactly who he can trust. Josh Handrich’s Kingdom of Rage is an excellent, high intensity thriller that grips you by the hand and pulls you along at a breakneck pace. I would love to give you some details here, but I don’t want to ruin any of it, but I will say that as the events unfold you want to think that it wouldn’t happen that way, but the writing is so good, and the storytelling so compelling that instead you scratch your chin and say, “yeah, I can see that,” and feel all of the appropriate emotion to match the scene. The characters are all distinct and believable, each with their unique set of character traits that helps to make them something more than the archetypes they could easily represent. While I have never been to the Middle East, the author paints a picture of it that helps the reader feel a sense of familiarity that can be hard to achieve. The books pace is quick and has enough ups and downs in it that I often had to check my Kindle to see how much more of the book there was. If there is a problem with this book it is that the main character sets some events in motion early in the book, and doesn’t tell the reader what he has done. While I understand the need for this in order to keep the suspense high, it occasionally felt like a little deus ex machina on occasion. It may have been better to drop a couple of hints along the way so that when the preparations come into play the reader can have that AHA! moment. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys some high action and political intrigue. You can buy the book [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Rage-Rich-Fordham-ebook/dp/B00A1D1EYW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1374089297&sr=8-1&keywords=Kingdom+of+Rage "Kingdom of Rage on Amazon."). My review of Josh Handrich’s first novel: [Raw Vengeance](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-raw-vengeance/ "Book Review: Raw Vengeance"). ###### Related articles - [Book Review – ‘Her Mad Hatter (Kingdom #1)’ by Marie Hall.](http://oldvictorianquill.wordpress.com/2013/07/11/book-review-her-mad-hatter-kingdom-1-by-marie-hall/) (oldvictorianquill.wordpress.com) - [What is the “Rage to Master” ?](http://shaquala3.wordpress.com/2013/07/01/what-is-the-rage-to-master/) (shaquala3.wordpress.com) - [Whats the Use:- Twitter, Facebook, Blog](http://threewiseguyspodcast.wordpress.com/2013/07/12/whats-the-use-twitter-facebook-blog/) (threewiseguyspodcast.wordpress.com) - [Cambodia Kingdom Of Wonder](https://borannchanrathnak.wordpress.com/2013/07/16/cambodia-kingdom-of-wonder/) (borannchanrathnak.wordpress.com) - [RAGE is FREE!](http://kimberlyabettes.wordpress.com/2013/07/14/rage-is-free/) (kimberlyabettes.wordpress.com) - [Tips For Self-Publishing, helpful for Mac users too](http://samanthamunt.wordpress.com/2013/07/15/tips-for-self-publishing-helpful-for-mac-users-too/) (samanthamunt.wordpress.com) - [Getting Reviews?](http://bndpublishing.wordpress.com/2013/06/24/getting-reviews/) (bndpublishing.wordpress.com) - [AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT – Jessica Park](http://midwestgalleygirl.wordpress.com/2013/07/16/author-spotlight-jessica-park/) (midwestgalleygirl.wordpress.com) - [Where to start with selling my books?](http://markjhollingsworth.wordpress.com/2013/07/16/where-to-start-with-selling-my-books/) (markjhollingsworth.wordpress.com) - [Confessions of a Raging Perfectionist](http://smalltownnebraska.wordpress.com/2013/06/20/confessions-of-a-raging-perfectionist/) (smalltownnebraska.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: The Sword and the Flame: the Purging](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-kingdom-of-rage%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F07%2Fkingdomofrage.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Kingdom%20of%20Rage) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-kingdom-of-rage/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-kingdom-of-rage/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-kingdom-of-rage/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-kingdom-of-rage/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Kingdom%20of%20Rage&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-kingdom-of-rage%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Reporter, reporting, review, Saudi Arabia, arab spring, thriller, book review, Writing, Book Reviews, Fiction, intrigue, Middle East, Reading **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The Sword and the Flame: the Purging](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/) **Published:** July 10, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 29 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The Sword and the Flame: the Purging - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “I understand you hunt unicorns.” Prevus shrugged, “I hunt many things.” He didn’t like the feeling the stranger was giving him. The fact someone had taken the time to track him down and knew so much about him put him on the defensive. The stranger smiled, “Unicorns are a prized commodity to the Minotaur, aren’t they?” “And to the Centaurs, Elves, and Nymphs.” Something was wrong, something he couldn’t put his finger on but his instincts were screaming at him. “Very perceptive of you, I like that.” The stranger was doing a good job of keeping his face hidden by his cloak’s hood, too good a job for Prevus’ liking. “Do I know you, friend?” From what he could see, the man was unarmed but Prevus hadn’t lived as long as he had taking chances. “If not, I think it best if you move along. It’s not very safe around here.” The man’s head turned towards Minos. “Yes, the Minotaur are rather worked up, but I’m not afraid.” He turned back to face Prevus. “You do know me, just not directly.” That answer didn’t make Prevus feel any better, but he had no intention of cutting the stranger’s throat. At least not yet. “However I know you, I think it’s fair to warn you that the Minotaur don’t like strangers in their midst. And neither do I.” For a long moment the stranger sat there, thinking or planning his next action. Prevus watched him as a predator would, with caution but ready to strike at a moment’s notice. The stranger stood slowly so not to cause an attack. “I want you to continue with your hunting per our agreement with one alteration. I need the supply to come directly to Solava Proper.” Prevus finally recognized him. “That’s easy enough, any reason I need to know of for the change?” “It’s simple, I changed it. All that you need to be concerned about is supplying me with what I need. Delivering to Lord Erian is no longer possible, or needed.” Prevus never cared about the why, only the where, when, and pay. After doing some calculations in his head he offered his new contract. “It’s dangerous for me here and dangerous to trust it to a runner. I’ll need a thousand a head.” “Done.” The sudden acceptance caught the hunter by surprise, but he had no intention of refusing the deal.“Then it’s a deal.” Bialois, CP (2012-09-05). The Sword and the Flame: the Purging (Kindle Locations 2572-2595). CP Bialois. Kindle Edition. [![Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/theswordandtheflamthepurgingcover.jpg?resize=529%2C845)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/theswordandtheflamthepurgingcover.jpg)The Sword and the Flame: The Purging by C. P. Bialois Pulling off a successful sequel can be a tricky thing, whether in books or on film. All too often the author/director tries to make the sequel like the original, only with more of what he thinks made the original so good. Usually this formula falls flat on its face and it takes a third book/movie to equal out the disaster of the second. C. P. Bialois’s sequel, The Sword and the Flame: The Purging, is one of those instances where he got it right. The new story feels like a continuation of the original without feeling forced. The author expands on the characters from the original book in a natural way while adding new characters and locations to the mix. The book picks up within hours of the end of the last books and the heroes are forced to flee the town that was the setting of the first book. When they reach their destination they find that not everything is as it seems and an ancient evil lurks in the shadows. The fate of the group is tied to the young gladiator Bereck, and they all must decide whether to stand by his side or part ways before the coming storm. The Sword and the Flame: The Purging was a fun read that felt like I was reading the exploits of characters plucked from a [Dungeons and Dragons](http://www.wizards.com/dnd/ "Dungeons & Dragons") game, and that is not a bad thing. The characters fell into traditional archetypes, but with enough subtle twists to make them unique. The locations had a similar, familiar feel to them, but I felt like they could have been given more attention so that they truly stood out amidst analogous settings within the genre. I would recommend the book, but I would strongly suggest reading the first book, [The Sword and the Flame: The Forging](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-forging/ "Book Review: The Sword and the Flame: The Forging"), first. The two are very readable independent of one another, but they could have been combined into one larger book in my opinion. Buy the book [HERE](http://www.amazon.com/The-Sword-Flame-Purging-ebook/dp/B0096IWJV0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1373473711&sr=8-4&keywords=Bialois). ###### Related articles - [Downloads Through the Flames (The Sword of Kirakath, Book 1) e-book](http://ekmiyago.wordpress.com/2013/07/01/downloads-through-the-flames-the-sword-of-kirakath-book-1-e-book/) (ekmiyago.wordpress.com) - [Ｃｈａｐｔｅｒ １ － Ｔｈｅ Ｒｅａｌｉｔｙ](http://harukazekaito.wordpress.com/2013/07/10/%ef%bd%83%ef%bd%88%ef%bd%81%ef%bd%90%ef%bd%94%ef%bd%85%ef%bd%92%e3%80%80%ef%bc%91%e3%80%80%ef%bc%8d%e3%80%80%ef%bd%94%ef%bd%88%ef%bd%85%e3%80%80%ef%bd%92%ef%bd%85%ef%bd%81%ef%bd%8c%ef%bd%89%ef%bd%94/) (harukazekaito.wordpress.com) - [On The Origins Of Orcs, Chapters 66-68](http://www.campaignmastery.com/blog/the-origins-of-orcs-66-68/) (campaignmastery.com) - [A Storm of Swords: Part Two, Blood & Gold (A Song of Ice & Fire, #3) – George R R Martin](http://rachaelhdixon.wordpress.com/2013/07/03/a-storm-of-swords-part-two-blood-gold-a-song-of-ice-fire-3-george-r-r-martin/) (rachaelhdixon.wordpress.com) - [Book Review: The Sword Dancer](http://shaihasramblings.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-sword-dancer.html) (shaihasramblings.blogspot.com) - [A Storm of Swords: Part One, Steel & Snow (A Song of Ice & Fire, #3) – George R R Martin](http://rachaelhdixon.wordpress.com/2013/06/17/a-storm-of-swords-part-one-steel-snow-a-song-of-ice-fire-3-george-r-r-martin/) (rachaelhdixon.wordpress.com) - [Selected Shorts: Music and a Minotaur](http://www.wnyc.org/shows/shorts/2013/jul/07/) (wnyc.org) - [The Book Purge Starts](http://simplyfreeme.wordpress.com/2013/05/20/the-book-purge-starts/) (simplyfreeme.wordpress.com) - [“The Sword Bearer’s Awakening: Book 3” by Monique Rockliffe](http://booksdirect.wordpress.com/2013/06/23/the-sword-bearers-awakening-book-3-by-monique-rockliffe/) (booksdirect.wordpress.com) - [Review: The Sword of Shannara](http://plytebookreviews.wordpress.com/2013/04/18/review-the-sword-of-shannara/) (plytebookreviews.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Restaurant Review: Fireside Bar & Grill](https://mywriterscramp.com/restaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F07%2Ftheswordandtheflamthepurgingcover.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Sword%20and%20the%20Flame%3A%20the%20Purging) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Sword%20and%20the%20Flame%3A%20the%20Purging&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-sword-and-the-flame-the-purging%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** The Sword and the Flame, book review, Book Reviews, C. P. Bialois, CP Bialois, Dungeons and Dragons, fantasy, Flame, Minotaur, sequel, sword **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Restaurant Review: Fireside Bar & Grill](https://mywriterscramp.com/restaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill/) **Published:** July 9, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 28 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Restaurant Review: Fireside Bar & Grill - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") This is a new thing for me, a restaurant review, but I like to eat out and I like good service, so I thought I would occasionally do a review here. I won’t be reviewing chain restaurants for the most part and none of the restaurants have compensated me in any way. I go to a restaurant, I eat there and I pay (or a friend does I suppose). THE RESTAURANT Fireside Bar & Grill, 19930 W Catawba Ave, Ste 130, Cornelius, NC, 28031 The restaurant was clean and inviting with a large patio area (we did not sit at the patio because it was raining). The interior was warm and inviting with a number of flat screen televisions scattered throughout. The bar is just inside the front door (and another one was located on the patio), so you know right away that the bar is a critical part of the establishment. THE FOOD My wife and I each ordered a glass of wine ($7.50 and $9), the Baked Stuffed Artichoke for an appetizer and split the Large House Salad and the Gorgonzola Chicken. All items on the menu were ala carte and most entrees exceeded $15 per plate. Moments before the appetizer arrived we were given some bread. It was a couple of pieces of crusty bread that had been warmed with some minced garlic and spice on it. The bread was tasty, but I wish they had offered more than the two pieces. The Baked Stuffed Artichoke ($11) was very disappointing. It was effectively an artichoke, cut in half, with bread stuffing piled on top. The stuffing itself was unremarkable and undercooked, but so was the artichoke. The butter that was served with it had a sort of citrus taste to it, which was interesting, but it was not enough to make up for the undercooked food. The Large House Salad ($7)was good and was indeed large, but it was nothing special. There was a lot of iceberg lettuce and some of the usual accompaniments, but it was nothing I couldn’t get at any other restaurant. The Chicken Gorgonzola ($18) was actually pretty good. The chicken was well cooked, the sun dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts were tender a delectable. I would even go so far as to say that I would order it again. With all of that being said, I do wish that there had been more Gorgonzola in my Gorgonzola Chicken. The sauce was creamy and rich, but it tasted more like cream cheese than Gorgonzola. My wife made the comment that it tasted like something you could have gotten from one of the Kraft Philadelphia Cooking Creme packages. It is not that there is a problem with the Cooking Creme, but when I pay $18 for a plate I hope that it tastes like it was made from scratch. THE SERVICE The staff was clean and well kept. They were friendly and attentive to our needs. The one problem I had (which was a source of amusement to both my wife and I) was that the bus boys kept hovering around us, asking if we were through with our plates. I am all for getting empty plates out of the way, but our dinner came so quickly on the heels of our appetizer that we did not have a chance to finish it before our entree arrived (we never did finish it, but that was because it was not good). The slight irritation of being constantly asked if we were done would have been no big deal, but we started to watch and the busboys stalked through the restaurant looking down at diners’ tables like hungry scavengers hunting for choice carrion. We laughed and wondered if they were paying the busboys with table scraps. THE ENTERTAINMENT I do not honestly know if there is regularly a live act at the restaurant, or if the live act is normally outside on the patio, but when we were there they had a duo performing live music in the restaurant opposite the bar. They played some seventies standards while we were there, and they were not bad, but the music was drowning out the singer at points. I’m assuming they normally played outdoors and failed to adjust the volume, so I can forgive that. OVERALL My wife and walked out at the end of our meal laughing, but that was because the experience was laughable, not because we had a great time. we felt like the biggest problem the restaurant had (outside of the poorly cooked food) was that they were trying to be too much for too many people. Their menu was full and all over the place. They would probably be better off focusing on a couple of choice entrees and maybe some chef specials rather than doing a little of everything. We won’t be going back, and that is a shame. ###### Related articles - [Summer Patio Drinking & Eating – Parson’s Chicken & Fish](http://aliciatasteslife.wordpress.com/2013/06/28/summer-patio-drinking-eating-parsons-chicken-fish/) (aliciatasteslife.wordpress.com) - [The Groves Bar & Grill](http://evstaylocalpassport.wordpress.com/2013/06/30/the-groves-bar-grill/) (evstaylocalpassport.wordpress.com) - [Chicken and Artichoke with Garlic Sauce & Roast Veges](http://noriceforoldmen.wordpress.com/2013/07/09/chicken-and-artichoke-with-garlic-sauce-roast-veges/) (noriceforoldmen.wordpress.com) - [Gorgonzola & Honey Bruschetta](http://mrsgrassinthekitchen.com/2013/06/24/gorgonzolahoneybruschetta/) (mrsgrassinthekitchen.com) - [Focaccia Arugula/Tenderloin/Gorganzola](http://essenceofeatingandrinking.wordpress.com/2013/04/13/arugula-jpg/) (essenceofeatingandrinking.wordpress.com) - [Porchetta!](http://chloedietitian.wordpress.com/2013/07/08/porchetta/) (chloedietitian.wordpress.com) - [“My taste buds are dancing”](http://graciesimendinger.wordpress.com/2013/06/20/my-taste-buds-are-dancing-2/) (graciesimendinger.wordpress.com) - [Maple-Balsamic Fig Crostini](http://marenellingboe.com/2013/06/19/maple-balsamic-fig-crostini/) (marenellingboe.com) - [Gorgonzola](https://clusterplucker.wordpress.com/2013/06/30/199/) (clusterplucker.wordpress.com) [![Fireside Bar and Grill on Urbanspoon](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/biglink.gif?w=640)](http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/38/1746418/restaurant/Charlotte/Cornelius-Davidson/Fireside-Bar-and-Grill-Cornelius) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Ancient Blood: The Amazon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Frestaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Restaurant%20Review%3A%20Fireside%20Bar%20%26amp%3B%20Grill) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/restaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/restaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/restaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/restaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Restaurant%20Review%3A%20Fireside%20Bar%20%26%20Grill&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Frestaurant-review-fireside-bar-grill%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Restaurant **Tags:** Artichoke, Chicken Gorgonzola, Cornelius, Fireside Bar & Grill, Gorgonzola, NC, Restaurant Review, review, Service **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Ancient Blood: The Amazon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon/) **Published:** June 17, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 27 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Ancient Blood: The Amazon - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Ana felt the eyes watching. She knew the natives had to be close but nothing physical betrayed their presence. No rustling leaves. No pause in the symphony of forest life. Yet an irresistible energy called her to lay bare the secrets of the forest. Up ahead, an ancient leafy serengueija tree summoned her stare with an unexplainable power. Its colossal system of a half-dozen trunks and gigantic branches rose into the canopy and exuded a dark, primal power. When she peered into its shadows, a shiver passed through her from head to foot. She felt stripped, naked, her very soul open to the invading eyes. “Do you feel the stares, Paulo?” Ana finally asked, breaking the silence. “Yes, Doctor Ana,” Paulo replied. “They have been watching us for the last twenty minutes.” He slashed at twisting vines entwining the serengueija trunks and branches.“They must be in the trees but do not stare up at them.” A few minutes later, they burst into a clearing slashed into the forest by the pirate cattlemen. Ana casually covered her brow with her hand to protect her vision from the assault of the punishing tropical sun. A ring of trees circled the open area, covered in new-growth brush and charred stumps. She felt the roil of nausea tug at her gut in the face of the obscene attack on the heart of Nature. Instantly she felt the tug of hidden eyes, this time from the soaring trees in the canopy on the far side of the clearing. That a human could ascend to such heights seemed impossible, yet Ana was sure someone watched and waited. The nausea was quickly replaced by butterflies of primordial attraction deep in her gut. Suddenly the brush to the left burst into life as something rustled quickly in their direction. The snorting and ensuing sounds indicated the possibility of a large animal. It was daylight and panthers were generally nocturnal hunters. The animal approached with a rush. Paulo dashed in between the unseen creature and Doctor Ana. He held the machete up for the attack. There was a loud squeal and the animal’s charge suddenly stopped. Paulo waited. The grasses were silent. He cautiously moved and chopped at the grasses toward the last known location of the animal. He found it. Ana followed very close behind. She gasped at the sight. A very large tapir lay in the grass, dead, with a single, long arrow protruding from its chest. At that moment the realities of her expedition and group responsibilities hit her. Ana felt dizzy. Bob Nailor; Jack Franklin (2012-08-28T04:00:00+00:00). Ancient Blood (Kindle Locations 636-655). Damnation Books LLC. Kindle Edition. [![Ancient Blood Book Review](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/ancient-blood.jpg?resize=375%2C500)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/ancient-blood.jpg) Call me old fashioned, but I like my vampires to have some menace to them. I want them to be villainous and I want to be afraid of them. Jack Franklin and Bob Nailor’s book, Ancient Blood: The Amazon, is the first book in their new series, The Chronicles of Vamazonia, and it delivers all of the horror that a proper vampire story should have. the reader follows the story of an anthropologist named Ana and her team of scientists as they trek deep into the Amazon in pursuit of a newly discovered city uncovered by the ravages of deforestation. Superstition and fear is what they encounter the closer they get to their goal, and when they find a an impossible city of ancient design populated by warrior women, they know they have made the discovery of a lifetime. The only question is, will they survive to share it? The book is an excellent read filled with the psycho-sexual predations of vampires in their more traditional incarnation, but with a modern twist that keeps the reader engaged rather than bored. The main characters are well developed, but the supporting cast was a bit cookie cutter. This might have been an issue except that once the blood starts flowing and the action kicks in, it really doesn’t matter. The authors’ use of local terms and language made everything feel authentic and convinced me that staying out of the unexplored Amazon is probably in my best interest. There is a lot of sexual content in this book, so I would not recommend it for younger readers, but for adults it is just fine. The sex is not gratuitous and the more graphic portions fit in with the concept of the book, adding to the horror rather than titillating. Overall, I would recommend this book, especially if you enjoy a good old fashioned horror experience as opposed to supernatural monsters that sparkle. You can buy the book in paperback or for kindle here: [Ancient Blood](http://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Blood-Chronicles-Vamazonia-ebook/dp/B0093CKYUW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1371479247&sr=8-5&keywords=Bob+Nailor "Ancient Blood") ###### Related articles - [Captured ( The Captive Series Book 1) By Erica Stevens](http://thebibliophilistic.wordpress.com/2013/06/16/captured-the-captive-series-book-1-by-erica-stevens/) (thebibliophilistic.wordpress.com) - [The Towering Forests of the Giant Sequoias](http://revivehope.wordpress.com/2013/06/02/the-towering-forests-of-the-giant-sequoias/) (revivehope.wordpress.com) - [Groves of Ancient Splendor](http://genesmusings.com/2013/05/22/groves-of-ancient-splendor/) (genesmusings.com) - [The Wind of Pentecost Uproots Ancient Tree](http://tbjfansuk.wordpress.com/2013/06/16/the-wind-of-pentecost-uproots-ancient-tree/) (tbjfansuk.wordpress.com) - [Forests of Humans.](http://thehumangardener.wordpress.com/2013/05/28/forests-of-humans/) (thehumangardener.wordpress.com) - [Book Highlight: Requiem for Blood by Alexandra Hope + Giveaway](http://www.thesolitarybookworm.com/book-highlight-requiem-for-blood-by-alexandra-hope-giveaway/) (thesolitarybookworm.com) - [Documentation of Vampires in ancient texts…..](http://authorlyngibson.wordpress.com/2013/06/11/documentation-of-vampires-in-ancient-texts/) (authorlyngibson.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Exmortus: Temples Diabolic](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-exmortus-temples-diabolic/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fancient-blood.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Ancient%20Blood%3A%20The%20Amazon) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Ancient%20Blood%3A%20The%20Amazon&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-ancient-blood-the-amazon%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** book, book review, Book Reviews, rain forest, review, Tree, Amazon, Vampire, amazon river, Amazon.com, Ana, anthropologist **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Exmortus: Temples Diabolic](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-exmortus-temples-diabolic/) **Published:** December 11, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 26 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Exmortus: Temples Diabolic - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") A powerful hand grabbed him by his shirt and lifted him back onto the dock. Ash’s limp body was thrown roughly to the ground, the key snatched from his hand. A moment later Ash was again airborne and moving rapidly down the docks, watching the white demon fly over the water towards him. A weak rasp escaped Ash’s throat. “Kill me.” A shrill laugh echoed off the stones of the small alleyway they had ducked into. “The most exquisite death is a long life full of powerless regret, Ashley of House Xavier.” Todd Maternowski. Exmortus: Temples Diabolic (Kindle Locations 2304-2308). Unknown. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/exmortus-2.jpg?resize=300%2C398 "Exmortus 2")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/exmortus-2.jpg) I’ve heard it said that you can never run away from your past. The things we do stick with us for the rest of our lives, even when we try to hide and create a new life for ourselves. When Ash left his life behind him, he was still very young, but his transgressions were not forgotten and in the midst of his new life being destroyed by men and gods alike, an old enemy has found him and is determined to teach him exactly what it means to suffer. Exmortus: Temples Diabolic is the second book in Todd Maternowski’s Towers of Dawn series, and it picks up right where the first book left off and the frenetic pace continues on with all of the brutality I’ve come to expect from this series. The gritty, brutal, ugly reality of Ash’s life is shared with enough detail to make some readers flinch from the pages, but it is that very discomfort that gives the story, and the writing, its power. The author does an incredible job describing Ash’s pain and the tortured decisions of a youth still holding onto the hope of something more than pain and death. Like the first book, the characters are well defined, unique and a perfect fit for the dark, violent setting that Exmortus takes place in. When the end of the book arrived it felt like a natural place to break, but I couldn’t help but want more. You can buy the book in Kindle or Paperback here: [Exmortus Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Exmortus-Temples-Diabolic-ebook/dp/B008GN35H8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1355251180&sr=8-4&keywords=Exmortus "Exmortus: Temples Diabolic"). 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After a few seconds the cleric’s patience was rewarded when voices drifted through the night air towards them. He glanced at his nephew and was pleased to see he heard the voices as well. Any further questions would have to wait as the fighter leapt to his feet and headed for the sound which began to sound like a scuffle. Gilliam said a quick prayer to Fallor before lifting his mace in preparation for the upcoming fight. They could hear the shrill voice of one of them ahead. A child, judging from its pitch. No, she was a Halfling. Berek could tell by the sight of her seconds before one of the men made a joke about Halflings. If it’d been another time and place he would’ve congratulated himself on identifying her, it was by no means a simple task to do so. Instead, he concentrated on reaching the pair being held. There were only four bandits but he doubted they could reach them in time without allowing his uncle to learn of his ability. Gilliam sat crouched next to his nephew waiting for what, he prayed, would be the appropriate time to intervene. While he lacked the ability to see at night, like Berek claimed he could, his hearing was excellent. After hearing the bandit’s leader talk of killing the magic user, nothing wrong with that in his mind, he tensed. Like most clerics, he didn’t trust magic users. In fact, he hated and feared them. A cleric’s power came from their deity, they were nothing more than a conduit forthe power they could yield. Mages, warlocks, druids, and other magic users took their power from the world around them and sought to be like the Gods. Indeed, he was certain that was their ambition despite what claims they made to the contrary. Sensing the time to act was nearly upon them; Gilliam glanced at his nephew to see if Berek could sense it as well. It was the first time the cleric ever saw his nephew’s face when he was using his night vision. The surprise at the sight of Berek’s eyes forced a gasp from the well traveled cleric. “By Fallor… Your eyes…” He leaned backwards away from the soft glowing emptiness of the fighter’s eyes. The bush couldn’t hold the weight of the cleric resulting in a chorus of breaking twigs, branches, and a dull thump on the soft ground. Berek watched his uncle for a moment, this wasn’t how he wanted him to find out and neither of them were ready. He wanted to say something, anything to calm the terrified look on Gilliam’s face but the sound of the bush gave away their location. Without wasting another second, Berek raised his hand and mumbled a strange word. Five balls of light, no larger than an insect launched from each of his finger tips towards the form farthest from them. The Halfling’s attack was hidden from him by the positioning of the bandit he attacked. At least it was well timed, he thought rushing through the brush towards the remaining two. Bialois, CP (2012-03-27). The Sword and the Flame: The Forging (pp. 78-81). . Kindle Edition. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/satf-book-cover-preview-front-2.jpg?resize=441%2C663 "The Sword and the Flame The Forging Cover")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/satf-book-cover-preview-front-2.jpg) Sometimes our friends and family are all we have. They are there for us when we need them, whether we like it or not, and in return we are there for them. Sometimes this arrangement costs us far more than we could ever imagine, but we would do it all again for the ones we love. The Sword and the Flame: The Forging, by CP Bialois, is the story of friends, both old and new, coming together in the pursuit of treasure. They each have their own reason for wanting it and they each bring a unique set of skills that will help them find what they are looking for, but there is risk in pursuing their dreams and dangers that they can only guess at. It is a good thing they can count on each other, even if they do not always want to. There is a familiar comfort in this book. Much of it reads like a Saturday night [Dungeons and Dragons](http://www.wizards.com/dnd "Dungeons & Dragons") session put to paper, and while that does not always make for superlative fiction, it does make for a good story. This is the first book in a series, so there is a lot of time spent in world building and back-story. This is fairly typical, but the author is very direct about telling the reader the information rather than weaving it into the dialogue and action. The main story is direct and maintains that familiar comfort of a [role-playing game](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role-playing_game "Role-playing game") dungeon crawl, but CP Bialois weaves in enough outside story to leave the reader wondering about what will happen next and how the other players in the drama will be involved. The characters tend to fall into classic RPG archetypes, but they have enough personality to make them stand out as unique. All in all I would say that the author does a good job of walking the line between the familiar and the unique and creates a book that is a decent read. The book may be purchased in Kindle or paperback format at Amazon [here](http://www.amazon.com/The-Sword-Flame-Forging-ebook/dp/B007PK6NTU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1340801703&sr=8-1&keywords=CP+Bialois "The Sword and Flame: The Forging"). ###### Related articles - [Spy in a Backpack from Back Screen Pass – A DM’s Secrets](http://backscreenpass.blogspot.com/2012/06/spy-in-backpack.html) (backscreenpass.blogspot.com) - [Return to Middle Earth – Gandalf and the Eclipse](http://ruscumag.wordpress.com/2012/06/21/return-to-middle-earth-gandalf-and-the-eclipse/) (ruscumag.wordpress.com) - [On Race As Class](http://jackstoolbox.wordpress.com/2012/06/09/on-race-as-class/) (jackstoolbox.wordpress.com) - [In which I run Death Frost Doom](http://dreamsofmythicfantasy.blogspot.com/2012/04/in-which-i-run-death-frost-doom.html) (dreamsofmythicfantasy.blogspot.com) - [RPG Review: D&D Basic Rules (8th-11th Printing)](http://19thlevel.blogspot.com/2012/05/rpg-review-d-basic-rules-8th-11th.html) (19thlevel.blogspot.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Charlinder's Walk](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-charlinders-walk/ " **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** dungeons & Dragons, fantasy, Fiction, Games, Halfling, review, Role-playing game, book, Roleplaying, book review, wizard, Book Reviews, Dungeon **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Gabriel: Zero Point](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriel-zero-point/) **Published:** April 20, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 23 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Gabriel: Zero Point - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Gabriel stared at the capsule, Knowles’s last two words resonating in his head. Zero point. Before he had a chance to ask the doctor what she meant, she continued. “Zero point doesn’t refer to the mythical energy source, or the grade point average of some of the grunts I’ve met. It’s a term referred to by the Pakistani philosopher Aban Gurmani about a decade ago in his book. He used the term to signify a rebirth, but not like being born again. More of a…” Her voice trailed off as she looked up at the ceiling. “A new beginning. A starting point. Nowhere to go but up. When I was involved in the planning stages of the augmentation program a few years ago, I was reading Gurmani’s book, and I thought it was an apt description of what we do.” Steve Umstead. Gabriel: Zero Point (Kindle Locations 312-318). [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/gabrielzeropointcoverartnovella.jpg?resize=600%2C909 "Gabriel: Zero Point Cover")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/gabrielzeropointcoverartnovella.jpg) Everyone lives two lives. There is the life before and the life after. What happens between those two points varies from person to person, and we are not always aware of what that moment was, but it always happens. *Gabriel: Zero Point*, by Steve Umstead, tells the story of just such a moment. Commander Evan Gabriel is promising young officer candidate for the North American Federation Navy, and he catches the eye of some powerful men who think he has it in him to be something more than just another officer. Evan is put to the test in this novella and comes out the other side a new man, the man who will grow to be a pariah and hero for the rest of his days. This Prequel to The Evan Gabriel Trilogy is a nice addition to the series and, as always, is exceptionally crafted by the author. The pace is quick and the action is heavy, but the reader learns more about Commander Gabriel and why he is the man he is in the rest of the books. It is a quick read, just right for a lazy afternoon, and I would definitely recommend it. At $2.99 it is a bargain book for your e-reader that you shouldn’t do without. Please look for the book on Amazon[ here](http://www.amazon.com/Gabriel-Zero-Point-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B007SRTVGW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334930856&sr=8-1 "Gabriel: Zero Point at Amazon.com"). ###### Related articles - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Revenge](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-revenge/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [A galactic dustup in Umstead’s finale](http://motleychronicles.com/2012/04/07/a-galactic-dustup-in-umsteads-finale/) (motleychronicles.com) - [Reviewing Gabriel’s Redemption](http://busspass.wordpress.com/2011/11/11/reviewing-gabriels-redemption/) (busspass.wordpress.com) - [A Sci-Fi Rumble in the Jungle](http://busspass.wordpress.com/2011/11/17/a-sci-fi-rumble-in-the-jungle/) (busspass.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: The Sword of Neamha](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thesword-of-neamha/ " **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** steve umstead, Writing, Amazon.com, Book Reviews, Evan Gabriel **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The Sword of Neamha](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thesword-of-neamha/) **Published:** April 10, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 22 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The Sword of Neamha - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Just then, Tancogeistla rode by, as if an embodiment of our thoughts. Cavarillos was right. Our general’s face was flushed with the fire of liquor and he was unsteady in the saddle. Passing the lugoae, the levy spearmen, he cursed their leader and ordered them to march faster. “If he lives to see the end of this march, I will own that the gods are protecting him,” Cavarillos stated quietly. “If he does not lose his drunken head to the natives here, he will insult one of his own men to the point of killing him.” “He is the anointed of the [Vergobret](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vergobret "Vergobret"),” I replied hotly. “They wouldn’t dare!” “Once again, Cadwalador, hearken unto your own words. We are all alone here, far from the magistrates of the tribe. We may never see our tribesmen again. In this case, the men may decide that one as volatile as Tancogeistla is not fit to lead. A knife in the darkness, a sword thrust on the field of battle. That is all it would take.” I glanced into the mercenary’s dark face, the man I called my friend. “You speak of treachery as though it were a light thing!” He shook his great head slowly. “I have lived longer than you have, my brother. I have seen many men die, felt their blood run over my hands, watched their eyes as life fled them. We number scarce two hundred men. Are we all to die because of the foolishness of one? Or is it better for that one man to die that we all be preserved?” I couldn’t answer him. I could scarce believe what I was hearing. And yet his words made a strange, twisted sense. Sword of Neamha (Kindle Locations 262-277). Stephen England. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/swordofneamha2.jpg?resize=334%2C500 "SwordofNeamha2")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/swordofneamha2.jpg) The road of honor is a hard one to follow. Honor can get in the way of friendship, love and survival. It is a difficult taskmaster that brooks no exception, and demands obedience, but one must choose to live the honorable life. Living, and dying, with honor is not something that can be forced upon anyone. It is a choice that must be made every day. The Sword of Neamha, by Stephen England, is a tale of honor told in ancient Ireland, Scotland and England. The story revolves around the migration of the Celtic [Aedui](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aedui "Aedui") people from France to Ireland, and the rise and fall of their power in the region. The narrative is told from the perspective of a single man of honor as he follows two kings and witnesses the end of his people’s place in the world. Cadwalador, a young horseman, is the protagonist of this epic, and the reader follows him through his youth and on until his beard is grey and his life is spent. He begins the book as an eager soldier, ready to fight for his people, and the great general Tancogeistla, but he soon learns the reality of battle and the fallibility of leaders. Repeatedly he must choose whether to follow the advice of friends, the logic of his mind or the path of honor. The consequences of his actions are felt by all around him and help shape the course of his people, for better or worse. I honestly have nothing bad, or even constructive, to say about this book. I loved it from top to bottom and read it in a little more than two days. The narrator, as well as the other main characters, is realistic, filled with sublime moments and tragic flaws that give them incredible depth. The reader feels the heartache, and joy, of Cadwalador as he navigates the physical and political battlefields of his life. I would strongly recommend picking up this book at either Amazon or Smashwords, and with the $0.99 e-book price it is an incredible deal (it is available in paperback through Amazon). Make sure to check out my review of Stephen England’s other book, [Pandora’s Grave](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/ "Book Review: Pandora's Grave") ###### Related articles - [Book Review: Exmortus](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-exmortus/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [The Swords Trilogy by Michael Moorcock](http://mikemonaco.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/the-swords-trilogy-by-michael-moorcock/) (mikemonaco.wordpress.com) - [Ebooks are go – Smashwords and Kindle are it](http://newleafnetwork.org/2012/04/10/ebooks-are-go-smashwords-and-kindle-are-it/) (newleafnetwork.org) - [Another Distribution Change](http://blackhippiechick.wordpress.com/2012/04/08/420/) (blackhippiechick.wordpress.com) - [how I put an ebook up on all known platforms](http://wizardgifts.wordpress.com/2012/04/10/how-i-put-an-ebook-up-on-all-known-platforms/) (wizardgifts.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Luna for the Lunies!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-luna-for-the-lunies/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-thesword-of-neamha%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F04%2Fswordofneamha2.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Sword%20of%20Neamha) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thesword-of-neamha/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thesword-of-neamha/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thesword-of-neamha/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-thesword-of-neamha/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Sword%20of%20Neamha&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-thesword-of-neamha%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Stephen England, Celt, Vergobret, Celtic, War, Celtics, England, France, Honor, Ireland, Pandora's Grave, review, book review, Scotland, Book Reviews **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Luna for the Lunies!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-luna-for-the-lunies/) **Published:** March 23, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 21 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Luna for the Lunies! - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") # **This Turkey Won’t Fly** by MARCELLA CARBORUNDUREM-McVORTVORT, Reality News Service Food and Drink Writer It was a typical holiday dinner for Rochester Carioca and his family. Gramma complained that the twins, Philomena and Agamemnon, had stolen her dentures to replace a missing piece so that they could finish their game of Mousetrap. Rochester’s wife, Libretta, left the turkey in the oven long enough to force a redefinition – with highly negative connotations – of the term “crispy,” forcing him to buy a family-sized turducken at the last moment. Uncle Fester had to be bailed out of jail…again. Yes, it was a typical holiday dinner for the Carioca clan. Then, Rochester’s nose exploded. “I wadn’t eggpegding dat!” Carioca exclaimed. This is the 23rd known case of spontaneous nasal combustion this holiday season. Authorities believe that there are more, perhaps many more, but fear of looking like Ralph Fiennes playing Voldemort in Harry Potter movies has kept more partygoers from seeking medical attention. The one thing that all of the…newly nasally challenged people had in common was that they were eating store bought, microwaveable turducken. In light of this correlation, Monsanto immediately recalled all of the company’s turkeyceuticals, a recall which could affect as many as three million turkeys genetically engineered to contain pharmaceuticals. “It took 17 years for the FDA to approve our turkeyceutical line of products,” Monsanto Vice President in Charge of Setting the Record Straight Myra Breckinbridge stated. “Not only have they been proven to safely deliver health enhancing drugs, but the arsenicy aftertaste has almost completely been eliminated.” “It really is turkey just like mom used to make,” Breckinbridge added, quoting Monsanto’s marketing campaign. “Oh sure,” Carioca responded, “if bomb was a chebist, a boultry farber and a bioengineer awb robbed into one! I don’t fink this is what febinists had in bind when dey said women could hab it all!” Carioca did allow that Monsanto had gotten the arsenicy aftertaste of his mom’s turkey right. Breckinbridge stated that the problem seemed to be in the way the drugs in its turkeyceuticals combined with the drugs in Creative Bioimagineering’s pharmaceutical duck and NextChemGen’s pharmaceutical chicken. The turkeyceutical contained cancer medicine in the white meat and acne medicine in the dark meat; the chicken contained blood thinners in its breasts, a drug that moderated the insulin level in diabetics in its thighs and aspirin and vitamins in its legs and wings, and; the duck contained 27 separate drugs in various parts of its skin, meat and bone marrow. This made for a dangerous, albeit tasty, chemical soup that authorities now believe was responsible for the blazing proboscises. Ira Nayman. Luna for the Lunies! (Kindle Locations 273-316). Ira Nayman. [![Photobucket](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/lunacover3.jpg?resize=425%2C614)](http://s249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/?action=view¤t=lunacover.jpg) When I look at the news headlines of today, I can’t help but think how absurd our world has become. The sheer ridiculousness of our politics and pop culture sends me into a spiral of worry for our children’s’ future. I have wondered if there is a more sane, alternate universe out there, but I now I have my doubts. Ira Nayman’s, Luna for the Lunies!, is his latest offering from the Alternate Reality News Service. It is a collection of satirical news articles set in a myriad of alternate universes, and if his vision of other realities is even close to correct, then I fear that the absurdity of our own is only eclipsed by the others. Ira takes a wickedly dry sense of humor and rips apart the popular culture, politics, and technology of our modern world through a series of satirical articles that range in size from a handful of sentences to pages in length, and believe me when I say that no one and nothing is spared. It is a laughter inducing indictment of our society and I loved it. The writing is reminiscent of [Douglas Adams](http://douglasadams.com/ "Douglas Adams"), but a bit more over the top. The names and ideas are over the top, but delivered with such sincerity as to notch the satire up to a whole new level. The majority of the articles are independent from each other, but there is some crossover (such as the disappearance of Ho-Lee Krackauer, a member of Google’s Flying Sasquatch Squad, and the literary disease, Apostrophosis), and a short story, “The Reality Threshold,” is interspersed between the chapters of the book. This is an excellent read, but I recommend taking it in chunks. It is not a sit down and read end to end sort of book. The use of articles makes it disjointed and fits with the concept, but the lack of unified story gives you little incentive to keep turning pages. I read the electronic version (for Kindle), but I can imagine a paper copy of this book gracing the coffee table of any person of intelligence and wit…once it is available in hard copy. You can buy Luna for the Lunies! at [Smashwords](http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/126271) for $0.99, so I suggest you go and do just that. And while you’re at it, please visit Ira Nayman’s website: [Les Pages aux Folles](http://www.lespagesauxfolles.ca/) for more satirical and science fiction goodness. 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I’ve told you, I don’t know who he is. I always dealt with his associate. He’d show up, leave notes, or send others with messages. I’ve never contacted him.” He looked from one to the other, but they both remained stony and detached. “Come on, now. I can’t give you information I don’t have.” Sturtagaard was charming. Annie rolled her eyes again. “You really don’t have any idea who the employer is?” she asked with sarcasm. “Really, I don’t,” he said. “So you’re building an army of the dead. How long did you have to get this done?” Annie took out her phone and pulled out her calendar. “He wanted it ready for September first.” Annie looked up with a grimace, and Cham looked surprised. She didn’t need to mark the date on her calendar or research its significance, though neither could figure out why a zombie army had to be created for that day, the Day of First Sun. It was a very powerful and ancient day for good magic. “So, your employer wants an army of the dead on that day? Why?” Cham asked in a flat, emotionless voice. “He’s a black wizard. What do you think he wants? He wants to overthrow the Council, take over the world, practice magic in the open. You know, the typical magical fantasy.” Sturtagaard grinned because he believed that would benefit the entire supernatural world. “Wipe the smirk off your face, Sturtagaard. Having free reign won’t be as good as you think, with all the angry mobs, torches, and stakes through the heart.” Annie smirked at Cham, who shook his head and laughed. He waited to compose himself before looking back at the vampire. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/the-day-of-first-sun-cover001.jpg?resize=344%2C524 "The Day Of First Sun Cover")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/the-day-of-first-sun-cover001.jpg) There is something so appealing about the idea of magic being real, especially in our ultra-modern world of computers, smart phones, mass media and weapons of mass destruction. The appeal of the fantastic helps drive the popularity of books and movies such as [Harry Potter](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Potter "Harry Potter") and [The Lord of the Rings](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lord_of_the_Rings "The Lord of the Rings"), and while I love traditional fantasy, in the last few years I have become a big fan of [urban fantasy](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_fantasy "Urban fantasy") What is urban fantasy you ask? It is a genre that blends magic with the modern world. Harry Potter is a soft example of this, but so much of the story takes place in a magical world removed from the, “normal,” world that I think of it as more of a pure fantasy series. The [Dresden Files](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dresden_Files "The Dresden Files"), by [Jim Butcher](http://www.jim-butcher.com/ "Jim Butcher"), is a more traditional example, where magic exists alongside the modern world, even if most people are completely unaware of it. Sheryl Steines’s, The Day of the First Sun, falls in the urban fantasy genre and stakes out a place somewhere between the two examples above. Magic exists in the modern world, but it is actively hidden from the mundane world. The use of magic is compared to modern conveniences throughout the book and is often used for clever plot devices. The blending of the two worlds would be seamless except for the intentional divisions created by the author, and the book is better for it. The story follows Annie Pearce, a member of the magical world’s police force, the Wizard’s Guard, as she and her partner, Cham, as they investigate the murder of a princess from the non-magical world. Solving a murder might be hard enough on its own, but when they’re not allowed to expose the existence of magic, or that she was killed by magic it becomes even harder. When you throw into the mix a plot that threatens to unleash the darkest of magic upon the world and a vampire that would love nothing more than to drain every last drop of Annie’s blood, and the odds may be even more than Annie and the Wizard’s Guard can handle. I like the book. The characters are personable and a little flawed which makes it easy to relate to them. In the background of the main story is the blossoming love of Annie and Cham, who have been friends since they were little, and it adds another dynamic to the story that keeps it from being a crime novel with magic. The two of them are engaging enough that you want to see them succeed and for Annie to be happy. Most of the other characters, outside of the villain, are superfluous. They have personalities and you can tell the difference between them, but they generally serve little purpose other than to keep the main characters from doing everything. I would have liked a little more from the supporting cast, but it was ultimately unnecessary. The one thing I didn’t like about the book was that it felt uncomplicated. It was a straightforward read, something that would have fit in a young adult novel, but it left me wanting more. There were numerous opportunities for little twists to make the life of the heroine more difficult, but the author let it be. There were few complications and most of the heroine’s plans (with the exception of two) went, well, according to plan. The resulting lulls in the suspense and action killed the pacing and left me a little dissatisfied. There is room for a sequel here, and I hope that now that we are familiar with the characters we can see the suspense and danger ratcheted up to a new level. The Day of the First Sun is an excellent read that those new to the genre, or fans of good writing in general, will enjoy. 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But when the non-magical princess, Amelie of Amborix, is murdered by magical means, a deeper plot unfolds. ***Get it on [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004P8JP7C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=novelpubli-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004P8JP7C).*** **About the author:** Behind the wheel of her ’66 Mustang Convertible, Sheryl is a constant surprise, using her sense of humor and relatable style make her books something everyone can enjoy. ***Visit Sheryl on [her website](http://www.sherylsteines.com/), [Twitter](http://twitter.com/#!/AnnieLovesCham), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/TheAnnieLovesChamSeries), or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4525660.Sheryl_Steines).*** ###### Related articles - [An Interview With Sheryl Steines Author of the Terrific New Novel The Day of First Sun](http://kcareyinfante.com/2012/03/18/an-interview-with-sheryl-steines-author-of-the-terrific-new-novel-the-day-of-first-sun/) (kcareyinfante.com) - [Endless Magic](http://musewithcoffee.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/endless-magic/) (musewithcoffee.wordpress.com) - [Harry Dresden, Romantic Lead from The Rhetorical Gamer](http://morrisonmp.wordpress.com/2012/02/09/harry-dresden-romantic-lead/) (morrisonmp.wordpress.com) - [fantasy land](http://signedviolet.wordpress.com/2012/03/13/fantasy-land/) (signedviolet.wordpress.com) - [An Epic Fantasy That Doesn’t Hold Back on the “Epic” \[Book Review\]](http://io9.com/5874601/an-epic-fantasy-that-doesnt-hold-back-on-the-epic) (io9.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: Tallen](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-tallen/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-day-of-the-first-sun%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fthe-day-of-first-sun-cover001.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Day%20of%20the%20First%20Sun) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-day-of-the-first-sun/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-day-of-the-first-sun/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-day-of-the-first-sun/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-day-of-the-first-sun/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Day%20of%20the%20First%20Sun&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-day-of-the-first-sun%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** urban fantasy, Book Reviews, Dresden Files, fantasy, Harry Potter, Jim Butcher, Lord of the Rings, supernatural world **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Tallen](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-tallen/) **Published:** February 17, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 19 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Tallen - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Lisette and Tallen looked on in fixed horror as they saw the silhouettes of men creep out of the forest near the barn. Chalier had already grabbed his sword, not bothering with a raincoat as he ran through the door and into the night. Wind and rain blew through the house, immediately extinguishing all candles. The fire flared up into the chimney, sending red glowing ashes onto the floor unnoticed. “Oh mercy,” moaned Lisette as another lightning bolt flashed. One of the silhouettes had fallen to the ground; the lightning too brief and too bright to tell who it was. Each bolt of lightning played out a static set of events. Four silhouettes, then six, came out of the forest. Forms of people lying dead or injured began to pile up on the ground as Chalier’s silhouette came closer and closer to the battle… and then nothing. The lightning refused to flash leaving Tallen and Lisette alone. M L Sawyer. Tallen (Kindle Locations 772-779). M L Sawyer. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tallen_covsamp.jpg?resize=437%2C621 "tallen_covsamp")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tallen_covsamp.jpg) Revenge is an act of passion; vengeance of justice. Injuries are revenged; crimes are avenged. [**Samuel Johnson**](http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/s/samueljohn162803.html) There is a fine line between vengeance and revenge and the pursuit of one can easily turn to the other. The difference is in the means used. When Tallen loses everything at the hand of bandits she sets herself on a course of vengeance, but she walks a razor’s edge. Her desire to see her family avenged puts her at risk to lose the few friends and companions she has gained since her rescue. Will she get vengeance or will she have her revenge? Tallen is the second book in the Quest of the Demon series written by M. L. Sawyer. I have not read the first book in the series and I am pleased to say that it was not necessary to understand the world, the characters or the story. The teenage girl, Tallen, is the focus of this book and the author does a great job making her something more than a one dimensional character hell bent on vengeance. She is complex and grows before the eyes of the reader as she transforms from child to woman while seeking the death of the man responsible for her father’s death. Many of the other characters border on fantasy templates, but even they have enough personality and variation to make them more than simple props used to carry the story along. It is hard to find fault with the book. My one complaint would be that I wanted the story to pursue a couple of minor characters and their interaction with Tallen, but even that I can chalk up to this being part of a series. The other characters are a connection to the previous book as well as future editions. I would recommend this book for older teens and adults more than the young adult crowd even though the main character is a sixteen year old girl. The pacing and depth of story makes for a good evening read as opposed to a quick reading page turner. Personally I look forward to the next book in the series and I’ll have to look up the first book and give it a read as well. LINKS: [Tallen Teaser Trailer Video](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mp5XdmlBwlY) Buy [Quest of the Demon](http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005LKMF70) on Amazon.com [M. L. Stewart’s Smashwords Page](http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/mlsawyer) ###### Related articles - [Vengeance is Mine saith the Lord!](http://morninggloryinspirations.wordpress.com/2012/02/09/vengeance-is-mine-saith-the-lord/) (morninggloryinspirations.wordpress.com) - [Samuel Johnson & Works of Fiction](http://leilanicole.wordpress.com/2012/02/13/samuel-johnson-works-of-fiction/) (leilanicole.wordpress.com) - [The Apocalypse Gene by Carlyle Clark and Suki Michelle YA book review by @LexiFlint](http://lexiflint.wordpress.com/2012/02/17/the-apocalypse-gene-by-carlyle-clark-and-suki-michelle-ya-book-review-by-lexiflint/) (lexiflint.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Reviews [Book Review: 2012: Timeline Apocalypse](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-2012-timeline-apocalypse/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-tallen%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F02%2Ftallen_covsamp.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Tallen) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-tallen/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-tallen/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-tallen/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-tallen/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Tallen&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-tallen%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** ML Stewart, Quest of the demon, revenge, review, Samuel Johnson, Tallen, vengeance, Australia, book review, Fantasy Book, Fiction **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: 2012: Timeline Apocalypse](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-2012-timeline-apocalypse/) **Published:** January 30, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 18 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: 2012: Timeline Apocalypse - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") I heard a cry, looked up and there in a ray of sunshine, a bird spread its wings in a stretched arc above its head. He had his red crest completely fanned out and it radiated in the sunlight. The tips of the feathers, both in the wings and the fanned tail were aglow, the colors iridescent in the morning light. My heart lifted at the sight. It appeared the bird was about to ignite and burst into flame like the legendary phoenix being reborn. “Magnificent, isn’t it?” Montoya whispered behind me. “Stunning,” I replied softly not wanting to break the magic. “It is a moment like that when an Mayan priest realizes the fullness of communing with the creatures of the forest. You and I are of the modern world, the one filled with hustle and bustle, steel and concrete; but if you allow yourself to drift back a thousand years and know nothing but nature, what would you think?” Montoya asked. It was an instantaneous thought. “The bird is an omen,” I whispered, knowing full well it was the answer he was searching for. “It is still an omen today,” he said. Bob Nailor (2010-09-10T04:00:00+00:00). 2012: Timeline Apocalypse (Kindle Locations 1037-1046). 23 House. Kindle Edition. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/cover2012.jpg?resize=260%2C412 "Cover2012")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/cover2012.jpg) You would almost have to live in a cave not to have heard about the impending end of the world as predicated by the Mayan long calendar. Of course how the world will end or what the end really means is up for a lot of interpretation, but most tend toward apocalyptic natural disasters that end with the extinction of mankind. It might just be coincidence, but a string of disasters, both natural and manmade, are plaguing the planet when Detective Barry Hargrove gets a new case, one that promises to put him in the black for a while, assuming that the world doesn’t end nine days later. He pursues the perpetrator of a clever museum heist to Mexico, in the heart of ancient Mayan territory, where he learns that there may be something to the prophecies after all and he’ll have a front row seat for the end of the world. 2012: Timeline Apocalypse is a creative look at Mayan Mythology and the predictions surrounding the Mayan calendar and the end of the world. The author, Bob Nailor, doesn’t take the easy road of writing an end of the world story along the lines of the movie 2012, but explores the events leading up to the end through the eyes of a private investigator who gets caught up in the mythology of a culture older than Christianity. The storytelling is fast paced and the author spends little time getting to the meat of the story. Though the names are often unpronounceable, unless you speak Mayan I suppose, the characters are distinct and easily recognizable when it would have been easy for them to get lost amongst the complex names. The story itself is very original and turns what could have been just another entry in the apocalypse feeding frenzy into something a bit more substantial and enjoyable. The one thing I struggled with in the book was the way the main character seemed to just go along with everything that was happening. He was a ship being pushed around in turbulent waters to be sure, but there was no captain at the helm. He did little to take charge of his own life through most of the book other than to react when neccesity required it. I understand that sometimes the story pulls characters around by their nose, but with Detective Hargrove I was disappointed by his minimal attempts to take control. All in all I found this to be a good book. I enjoyed the read and the take on the Mayan Prophecy. I would definitely recommend this, especially if you like the supernatural. 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He felt his teeth involuntarily clench at the thought of her in trouble. The last time they had spoken, she had told him to come back safe. He looked down at his left hand. His palm bore a burn mark from the Geltex that had killed Sennett on Eden. He hadn’t even noticed it during the assault, but over the past two days it had bothered him more and more. The memories of his lost men — of Sennett dying in the jungle, of Jimenez dying in the cowardly garage bombing — were bubbling up to the surface. He had tried to tamp them down as part of the mission, as losses for the greater good, but to no avail. Death haunted him from his earliest memories. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/gabrielsrevengecoverfullres.jpg?w=675&h=1024&fit=675%2C1024&resize=350%2C531 "Gabriel's Revenge Cover")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/gabrielsrevengecoverfullres.jpg) Breaking Point, as defined by [*Collins English Dictionary – Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition*.](), is (noun) 1. the point at which something or someone gives way under strain 2. the moment of crisis in a situation. Commander Evan Gabriel has kept it together for longer than most people in his position could hope to. He has been a pawn in someone else’s game, yet he has always managed to overcome the odds. There had been losses and there were new scars, but Commander Gabriel came out on top. When the shadowy forces arrayed against him take the woman he loves then he is pushed beyond his breaking point. Nothing else matters but saving her and dispensing his revenge. Steve Umstead’s final book in the Evan Gabriel trilogy takes you through the Commander’s greatest fight, where the demons within are as dangerous as the enemies he must conquer. I could hardly wait for this book to come out. I read and reviewed the previous two books in the trilogy (see the links below) and the third book could not get here fast enough. Steve Umstead does a tremendous job of drawing the reader in and carrying him along for a wild ride. Gabriel’s Revenge, like the previous books, did not take me long to read, but not because it was short. The pacing and action is very fast, making the books a great page turner. I stayed up too late reading, yet I found myself starting again as soon I was up in the morning. The characters are all complex and believable; even the villains are more than the simple stereotypes they could have been. Evan’s inner struggle is highlighted by the concerns and reactions of the people around him, which gives him depth and keeps the reader in a position of uncertainty. We expect the hero to prevail and to do the right thing, but the author weaves enough uncertainty through the story to make us wonder. If ever there was a candidate for a science fiction book to be turned into the next big Hollywood Blockbuster, this is it. Go out and buy the books and read them before it happens, so that you too can say that you read Steve Umstead’s books before he was a superstar. Buy Gabriel’s Revenge here: [Amazon.com](http://www.amazon.com/Gabriels-Revenge-Gabriel-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B006P10FBW) [BN.com](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/gabriels-revenge-steve-umstead/1108052506) Links: [Steve Umsted: Writer, I Think](http://steveumstead.com/) [Steve’s Facebook Page](http://www.facebook.com/steveumsteadwrites) [Steve’s Twitter Page](https://twitter.com/#!/steveumstead/) ### Reviews [Book Review: Raw Vengeance](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-raw-vengeance/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-gabriels-revenge%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F01%2Fgabrielsrevengecoverfullres.jpg%3Fw%3D675%26h%3D1024&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Gabriel%27s%20Revenge) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-revenge/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-revenge/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-revenge/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-revenge/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Gabriel%27s%20Revenge&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-gabriels-revenge%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** action, Book Reviews, breaking point, character, Evan Gabriel, page turner, reviews, steve umstead **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Raw Vengeance](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-raw-vengeance/) **Published:** January 16, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 16 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Raw Vengeance - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “Why did he do it?” Rich asked Rhonda, hoping she would see the implications. “What? Go after the mayor? He’s pissed he got the axe, that’s why.” “No, that’s not what I meant,” Rich said, trying to get his point across. “He posted a farewell message online and drove slow enough on the freeway for us to catch up. The Mustang could have done well over a hundred seventy-five, but he kept it at one hundred, and he wasn’t wearing any armor. Wes wanted this to happen. He wanted to kill the mayor, but this looks like a classic case of ‘death by cop.’ This was a message.” She nodded without saying anything. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/gimp-raw-yellow.jpg?w=683&h=1024&fit=683%2C1024&resize=350%2C524 "Raw Vengeance Cover")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/gimp-raw-yellow.jpg) Sometimes anger results in immediate action. Sometimes it sits, and festers until it boils over. Raw Vengeance, by Josh Handrich, is a novella that introduces us to Rich Fordham, and ambitious young reporter looking for his big break. The streets of Chicago have lost their appeal to him and he knows he has to get abroad if he’s going to make his name in the world, but he didn’t count on the spiral of anger that he would get caught in as he sought his big story. If he gets the story it could be the on that puts him on the world stage, but one wrong move and he goes from reporting the story to being the story. Raw Vengeance is a short read with a quick pace that follows Rich Fordham along with a collection of surrounding characters that feed the story itself. I liked the story as it is, but I would have loved it in a longer format so that I could have gotten more involved with the characters instead of getting only a quick feel for who they were. The author introduces a number of characters using well-known archetypes with a splash of color that he introduces to make them something a little different from the standard. If future books in the series are going to be succesful the characters will need more fleshing out, especially Rich, who is the nominal hero of the story. The pace moves along at a decent page and keeps the reader guessing about exactly what is going on and what is going to happen, which makes the story an enjoyable page turner. However, there are some leaps that come out of left field and left me scratching my head. As nice as it is to be surprised when reading a thriller, it is much more enjoyable when the reader is able to look back and say, “ahhh, I wondered what all of that was about,” and this story falls a bit short in that sense. Raw vengeance has a wealth of surprises, but a dearth of suspense. If you’re planning a lazy weekend of reading, then this is a great book to start with, and it is well worth the $0.99 e-book price on [Amazon.com](http://www.amazon.com/Raw-Vengeance-Rich-Fordham-ebook/dp/B006J9E91M/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1323362933&sr=1-1). 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The Zanon boy’s body stiffened, tiny spots of blood appearing all over his body. Markov dropped the long sword he was holding and clutched his chest, furiously clawing at his steel breastplate. His ears spurt a thick black liquid as he fell to his knees. He shouted at Ash, but Ash could not hear his words. Markov put his hand to his face and screamed the word, f-l-y, before he doubled over, a river of dark red blood pouring from his mouth. The white devil was now staring at Ash with eyes devoid of light. Its mouth moved as if to speak. The stone’s beneath Ash rumbled again. *What is it saying?* [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/exmortuscov.jpg?resize=360%2C480 "Exmortus Cover")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/exmortuscov.jpg) Reality can be a cold, hard bitch and in Todd Maternowski’s Exmortus we get a first hand look at how the sheltered life of childhood can leave one completely unprepared for the time when the world at large must be faced. The author’s fantasy world is a harsh, brutal place where mistakes lead to death and trust is a commodity that’s price may prove to be too high. Exmortus is the story of Ash, an aspiring knight whose home, mentors and heroes are destroyed in a night by an unstoppable devil. He is left with a quest he wants no part of and companions who seem entirely unsuited for such an important mission. Ash must learn what it means to lead while faced with a world that has precious little honor and all too much danger. The author pulls no punches in his book, which is clearly intended for adults, so the main characters and the story in general are flawed and over the top with their personal inequities. In the early parts of the book I was a bit put off by the characters and found all of them to be somewhat unlikable. However, as the story progressed, some of their more endearing qualities began to shine through and I could see them for what they were: human. The novel does not take much time explaining or exploring the flaws of the people that we meet thorough the course of the story, and this became a little distracting in parts because it was hard to understand the deeper motivations of the individuals and made them seem more two-dimensional than they deserved. The world is full of history and monuments that are interesting and bring to mind the vast scale and epic nature of Tolkien’s works while falling short of the intense detail that made Middle-Earth so real in the mind of the readers. Exmortus is the first of three planned books and so you should expect to have some questions left unanswered. The ending was abrupt and left me wanting more, but it was frustrating because it felt like the book ended mid-scene. I think another chapter or three might have made for a more tidy ending while still making me want more, instead of making me wonder if the end of the book had been left off. If you like your fantasy brutal, then this is the book for you. There is plenty of violence, sex and foul language throughout the book and it adds to the gritty realism that highlights the difference between the real world and a lifetime spent amongst monks. You can buy Exmortus on Amazon and Smashwords for $4.99. 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Hoping the worst was over, he leaned down to whisper to Magali. Just as he started to speak, he heard the soft beep from above. He looked towards the door and watched as it began to slide aside. His spirits rose for a bit; only the guard would have code access to the door, and it would be retina scan only in times of lockdown. The terrorists would have had to blow it open. > > The door opened fully, and he saw the hazy outline of the corporal at the top of the stairs, framed by smoke. Jeromy started to rise, feeling a huge sense of relief wash over him, when the corporal tumbled down the stairs, crashing to the bottom in a tangled mess of riot gear and limbs. His lifeless face was turned towards Jeromy. It only had one eye; where the other eye should have been was a bloody socket. Realization dawned on him instantly and he pressed Magali’s head back down into the crook of his arm. > > Another silhouette appeared at the top of the stairs, and a voice boomed out. “Hello Eden University students and faculty. I am Captain Chaud, your tour guide for the day. Please join me on a little field trip. A special guest has requested your presence.” [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/gabrielsreturncover1.jpg?resize=500%2C757 "Gabriel's Return Cover")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/10/05/book-review-gabriels-return/gabrielsreturncover1/) Action without purpose isn’t worth much in my mind. Sure, it’s flashy and interesting to watch or read about, but it’s a lot like eating candy; it tastes good, but it still leaves you needing more. Steve Umstead does a great job in his latest book, Gabriel’s Return, paring action with purpose. In this follow up to Umstead’s Gabriel’s Redemption we watch Lieutenant Commander Evan Gabriel return to the site of his disgrace from five years earlier. Still haunted by nightmares of the world called Eden (which is anything but what its namesake implies) he must lead his squad of elite soldiers on a mission to rescue hostages from a group of terrorists more ruthless and more organized than anything the planet has seen before. I enjoyed Gabriel’s Redemption when I read it earlier this year, so getting a chance to read and review Gabriel’s Return was more than welcome. The novel is written every bit as well as the first in the series and I found myself finishing it almost as soon as I started it. The book flows and draws the reader along, moving from event to a event with an ease that more authors, myself included, should strive to duplicate. The action scenes are quick and realistic, not overly filled with gore but conveying the violence that is inherent in combat. You root for the heroes and hate the villains, but the world is never so simple as black the white of most action movies. Political intrigue and betrayal that spans star systems, clouds everything and keeps the reader guessing at what is going on right until the end of the book. Where the first book tied everything up in a nice little package by the end, this book leaves us hanging with a cliffhanger of substantial proportion and all I can say is, “Steve, buddy, get to work on the next book! I can’t take the suspense!” ***Gabriel’s Return*** is available as an ebook for [**Kindle**](http://www.amazon.com/Gabriels-Return-Gabriel-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B005HEXAP6) and [**Nook**](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/gabriels-return-steve-umstead/1104883916), and is also available on [**Goodreads**](http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12382916-gabriel-s-return) or [Smashwords](http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/84988). Buy a copy of the book. You won’t regret it. 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More information about Steve can be found on his blog here: [**www.SteveUmstead.com**](http://www.steveumstead.com) ###### Related articles - [Meet Steve Umstead](http://makingbabygrand.com/2011/08/09/meet-steve-umstead/) (makingbabygrand.com) - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/21/book-review-gabriels-redemption/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: Pandora’s Grave](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-gabriels-return%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F10%2Fgabrielsreturncover1.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Gabriel%27s%20Return) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-return/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-return/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-return/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-return/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Gabriel%27s%20Return&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-gabriels-return%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** action, betrayal, book review, Fiction, intrigue, Science fiction, steve umstead **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Pandora's Grave](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/) **Published:** August 30, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 13 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Pandora’s Grave - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") He had felt the evil of the place from the moment they had arrived. Something palpable, something he could sense in the very air. And now it had manifested itself in the body of the young man at his feet. Young man? Little more than a boy, really. One of the college students that had followed him to this godforsaken land, chasing the opportunity of a lifetime. Opportunity… The Israeli straightened, rising to his feet, looking around at the few that were left. “He’s dead,” he announced flatly, stating the obvious. “What–I mean, what happened?” He looked up into the light green eyes of the young woman in front of him, eyes now filled with tears. She was on the verge of breaking. As were they all. Somehow he had to keep them together. Somehow… “I have no idea, Rachel,” he replied, his voice little more than a whisper. ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/coverjpg.jpg?resize=406%2C614 "Pandora's Grave Cover") When I was younger I read little outside of fantasy and science fiction, but my mother turned me on to *[The Hunt For Red October](http://www.amazon.com/Hunt-Red-October-Tom-Clancy/dp/0870212850%3FSubscriptionId%3D0G81C5DAZ03ZR9WH9X82%26tag%3Dzemanta-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0870212850 "The Hunt for Red October")* by [Tom Clancy](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Clancy "Tom Clancy") and it ended up adding another genre to my repertoire of reading: the military espionage thriller. Stephen England’s *Pandora’s Grave* is an excellent thriller in the same tradition of Clancy, with plenty of action, twists and turns and a glimpse into the world of espionage where trust is a commodity none can afford and lies are the currency of the trade. When the members of the [CIA’s](https://www.cia.gov/ "Central Intelligence Agency") [National Clandestine Service](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Clandestine_Service "National Clandestine Service") are sent in to rescue a group of archaeologists who had discovered something that should have been lost to the annals of history, everything goes wrong and the only obvious answer is that there is a traitor in their midst. Finding a spy hidden amongst spies proves difficult, but when the world is heading towards war there isn’t enough time to play it safe. Harry Nichols, the head of the National Clandestine Service’s Alpha Team is the main focus of the story, but the author weaves in all of the other characters with a deft touch that makes them all stand out as individuals and makes each of them believable. The characters compliment and reinforce the story itself which is embellished with technical details and action sequences that draw you into the book completely. I would definitely recommend picking up a copy of this book in print or in electronic format. Please visit the author’s website at http://www.stephenwrites.com/. Buy in print [HERE](http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/pandoras-grave/16680846?productTrackingContext=search_results/search_shelf/center/1 "Pandora's Grave"). Or electronically through [AMAZON](http://www.amazon.com/Pandoras-Grave-Shadow-Warriors-ebook/dp/B005H11X0I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313251073&sr=8-1) or [SMASHWORDS](http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/77292). ### Reviews [Book Review: A Line in the Ice](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-pandoras-grave%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2Fcoverjpg.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Pandora%27s%20Grave) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-pandoras-grave/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Pandora%27s%20Grave&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-pandoras-grave%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Pandora, Pandora's Grave, Smashwords, Stephen England, thriller, book review, Tom Clancy, Book Reviews, CIA, espionage, Hunt For Red October, National Clandestine Service **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: A Line in the Ice](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/) **Published:** August 9, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 12 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: A Line in the Ice - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Its weapon fell limply onto the ice. A few yards away, Theo’s monster finally crumpled to the ground. “Jesus Christ.” Theo straightened and approached the fallen creatures. “I don’t like the fact that they’re getting smarter.” “Are they?” She holstered her weapon as they walked. “Or were we just lucky until now?” “I especially don’t like the fact that they’re armed now.” He put the strap of his rifle over his shoulder, though he was still tense, ready for a fight. “Steward? Guliyev? How are you doing over there?” “We brought down the third creature, but we have a problem.” Lisa’s voice. It seemed like it came from the other end of a long tunnel. “There’s a hole in our fuel tank,” her partner, Eduard, interjected. “Shit,” Charlie muttered. “Who’d we piss off today to deserve this kind of luck?” Soren’s voice cut through. “Can you patch it up?” Charlie didn’t like the long pause before Lisa’s answer. “I’m going to try. It’s not big yet. We haven’t lost too much fuel.” “How far away are they, Soren?” “About two miles.” Not so far on the glider. “We’ll retrieve these weapons and be there as soon as we can. We’ve got enough juice to share in case you lose too much.” “Is the rift clear?” She glanced back at the fissure. “Yeah, there’s nothing…” Her voice faded away. At the edge of the crevice, dark shadows smudged the ice. A trick of the glare, most likely, or something on her goggles. But though she didn’t move, the shadow lifted and then promptly collapsed against the icy plain. Those weren’t optical illusions. The smudges were gloved hands and the shadow, the unmistakable shape of a man. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/alineintheicedraft3.jpg?resize=400%2C632 "ALineInTheIcedraft3")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/alineintheicedraft3/) I love the idea of there being worlds other than our own be they another planet, a separate dimension or some shadowy reality not quite like our own. When I read A Line in the Ice by Jamie Craig I was treated to a little bit of all of the above, or at least it seemed that way as I read the book. The book tells the story of a unit of international special operative soldiers who have been tasked with doing something no one ever really expected them to do. They must defend the world from monsters that have started emerging from a mysterious rift in the middle of [Antarctica](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=-68.8333333333,-90.5833333333&spn=0.1,0.1&q=-68.8333333333,-90.5833333333 (Antarctica)&t=h "Antarctica"). The soldiers are good at what they do, but they are thrown for a loop when a half dead human being emerges from the very same rift. Is this stranger friend or foe? Does the fantastic story he tells give them the key to victory or portend their doom along with the rest of the planet? How much can anyone trust someone else that they just met? The book is a well crafted piece of science fiction that blends the action of old time pulp stories with more modern storytelling sensibilities. The characters are distinct and realistic in their particular habits and passions, making it easy to imagine them all living in one of earth’s most forbidding environments. I enjoyed the story and the interpersonal conflict that takes place within the confines of the larger conflict of the impending alien invasion. Even if you’re not a fan of science fiction you should enjoy the book because outside of the aliens themselves there is little in the way of science to deal with. Most of the story takes place in a very real world filled with all of the modern inconveniences of twenty-first century communications and military equipment. The quick pace of the book makes for a fast, but satisfying read though there are a few distractions along the way, one of which was major in my mind. Mid-way through the book the two main characters, Charlie (or Charlene on her birth certificate) and Lysander, become romantically involved. This is not unexpected given the authors’ previous works and in itself does not bother me since the fit seems natural and even a bit expected as the story evolves. What I have a problem with are the sex scenes. Now before you start shouting, “PRUDE!” in my general direction hear me out. I do not have a problem with sex scenes in books, not even somewhat pornographic sex scenes as the ones in this book are, but their placement and completely graphic nature were so off putting that it made me uncomfortable. I love a good piece of erotica and after re-reading the sections they are indeed well written and would have found a home in any sexual thriller or erotic romance. Their place in this book, in my opinion, is unnecessary. Soon after finishing the first sex scene I talked it over with my wife and the best explanation I could come up with was that it felt like someone had slipped a few paged of [Penthouse](http://www.penthousemagazine.com/ "Penthouse (magazine)") Letters into my copy of Guns and Ammo. As a result the scenes felt out of place and distracted me from the rest of what was going on. I think the authors would have been better off going with the less is more approach to the scenes instead of slapping the reader in the face with such an erotic offering. All in all I think this was a good book and worth picking up. The story is intense and moves along quickly, making for an excellent vacation read. Don’t try to read this in fits and starts, because it will suck you in from the beginning. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys action or alien invasion stories since this has both. For more information on the authors please check out their web page at: **Tour Notes**: Please vote for my blog in the traffic-breaker poll for this tour. The blogger with the most votes wins a free promotional twitterview and a special winner’s badge. I want that to be me! You can vote in the poll by visiting [the official *Line in the Ice* blog tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/a-line-in-the-ice/) and scrolling all the way to the bottom. Learn more about this author duo by visiting their [website](http://www.jamie-craig.com/), [blog](http://www.jamie-craig.com/blog.html), [Facebook ](http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jamie-Craig/207483922604290)or [GoodReads ](http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11465726-a-line-in-the-ice)pages or by connecting with them on [Twitter](http://twitter.com/#!/jamiecraig). ###### Related articles - [Novel Publicity Blog Tour – A Line in the Ice](http://alchemyofscrawl.wordpress.com/2011/08/03/novel-publicity-blog-tour-a-line-in-the-ice/) (alchemyofscrawl.wordpress.com) - [600 More Words and a Sex Scene](http://theaberrantpen.wordpress.com/2011/07/30/600-more-words-and-a-sex-scene/) (theaberrantpen.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: Listening to Ian Magick](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-a-line-in-the-ice%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2Falineintheicedraft3.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20A%20Line%20in%20the%20Ice) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-a-line-in-the-ice/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20A%20Line%20in%20the%20Ice&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-a-line-in-the-ice%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Book Reviews, Fiction, Jamie Craig, Lysander, Sci-Fi, Science fiction, Alien invasion, Antarctica **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Listening to Ian Magick](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/) **Published:** July 23, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 11 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Listening to Ian Magick - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “At my feet, her headless body jerked with spasms. It seemed to be trying to sit up. The legs shook and the arms flailed as blood spurted from the neck. The red liquid splashed onto my hands and my feet. then the body gave out a tremendous shudder, and the convulsions stopped. The corpse was motionless. I stared down at the knife in my hand. Blood dripped from its blade. I was now a killer I had murdered someone, and I had done it for Ian Magick.” [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/listening-to-ian-magick1.jpg?resize=237%2C307 "Listening to Ian Magick")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/23/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/listening-to-ian-magick-2/) I started reading this book with some considerable bias. The moment the author, Tamworth Grice, told me that Lisening to Ian Magickwas about a Satanic rock star who was speaking to a teenage girl through his music I had to repress a moan. But I decided to give it a try anyways since there is always a chance that it could be better than it sounds. I made my way through the book without too much difficulty. The story was fast-moving and flowed nicely. It is easy to follow along and the characters were fairly well-defined even though some of them were rather odd and some of them made little jumps in the way they acted. One of the biggest issues I had with the book were the clichés. The story takes place in a town called Horrify, the helper at the pharmacy is rumored to be a zombie, the class clown’s parents are werewolves, etc., etc., etc. Perhaps the author is setting this up as a location she will use for another book so she is setting the scene for what may come ahead, but it felt a little over the top to me. The story is about Chelsea, a teen on the verge of adulthood who moves once again once her mother re-marries. As the new kid at school she must deal with all of the usual awkwardness, but things really take a strange turn when the local sports hero takes an interest in her and she draws the attention of his psychotic girlfriend in return. As things get harder to deal with she begins to have violent nightmares and her waking thoughts become even more so. She hears the words of her favorite singer, Ian Magick and is comforted by them until they begin to urge her to do more and more violent things, ultimately calling for the death of one of her classmates. Ultimately I felt like the book fell a little short of its potential. There are a lot of supporting characters worth exploring in the story, but all we are given is half the picture, which leaves the characters looking like they have been plucked from a catalog of stereotypes and some minor details added to make them at least a little different. I would have preferred that the author spent more time directly developing the supporting characters so that they could highlight the main character better. With all of that being said, it is well worth the $0.99 price through Amazon. If you would like more information about the author please visit her blog: [Griceland](http://www.tamworthgrice.blogspot.com) and look for her book in Kindle format through [Amazon.com](http://www.amazon.com/Listening-to-Ian-Magick-ebook/dp/B0053T2VPA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1311464265&sr=8-1). ### Reviews [Book Review – Inconstant Moon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-inconstant-moon/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-listening-to-ian-magick%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F07%2Flistening-to-ian-magick1.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Listening%20to%20Ian%20Magick) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-listening-to-ian-magick/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Listening%20to%20Ian%20Magick&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-listening-to-ian-magick%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** zombie, book, Book Reviews, Music, review, rock star, stan, Tamworth Grice, teenager, werewolf, Young Adult **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review - Inconstant Moon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-inconstant-moon/) **Published:** July 7, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 10 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review – Inconstant Moon - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “Liz’s real problemis living in the dorm. What they call ‘the Res.” It’s not the same as living with family, even hers, which is big by today’s standards. You can shut the door on brothers. All of the other students. Strangers to share a bathroom with. Communal showers are not her idea of fun. Different showers for men and women isn’t enough, it’s group bathing. Always being too tall made her an easy target. She isn’t comfortable being stared at. It’s different when it’s your own family. It’s a lot harder with roommates, particularly the one who sleeps in the same room as you do. She says a little prayer for being blessed with Amelia as a room mate. Liz knows knows she wouldn’t have lasted five minutes with Maggie.” [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/imcoverart400w.jpg?resize=400%2C639 "IMcoverart400w")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/07/book-review-inconstant-moon/imcoverart400w/) The Random House Dictionary defines inconstant as changable; fickle; variable. Laurel L. Russwurm captures the inconstant nature of the college experience in her book, Inconstant Moon, bringing to life a host of characters that may have been lost in another work, but manage to maintain their own identity throughout the story. The individual problems and successes of the students makes for engaing reading, though it does tend to make the story meander a bit. The chapters are short and usually change perspective each time. The author does some interesting things with style, embracing the text and instant message as a form of conversation in such a way that it seems natural. Inconstant Moon follows the lives of a number of students who know each other either directly or indirectly through one another. Mid-way through the book their lives are rocked by a rape on campus and the subsequent investigation and their reactions sets the backdrop for the story. Their lives go on though they are forced to deal with their world becoming a bit more dangerous. The wealth of well rounded characters is one of my favorite aspects of the book, but it also creates the issue that left me most dissatisfied. If this were a movie you would say that it has an ensemble cast since no single character stands out as a lead. It is simply young people living their lives. All of the carefully crafted threads of the story weave in and out, letting us get a good idea about who the characters are, but by the time the story ends almost none of them are tied up and half are left less than fully explored. In fact, the story ends so abruptly that I had to check twice to make sure I had truly reached the end. I wanted more. I wanted some things to happen, but they never did. Perhaps the author is planning on a sequal that will take advantage of all the groundwork played out in this book, or possibly the hanging bits of story are intentional, highlighting the way life really works and how filled with change college life itself can be. All in all I would recommend this book. The strong points of this book far outway any shortcomings and I hope that there is a follow up. You can find the book for sale on Amazon.com [here](http://www.amazon.com/Inconstant-Moon-Laurel-L-Russwurm/dp/1453677100/ref=sr_1_10?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1310051918&sr=1-10). If you wish to read more about the author or her work please check out her blog: . ### Reviews [Book Review: Shifters](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-shifters/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-inconstant-moon%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F07%2Fimcoverart400w.jpg&description=Book%20Review%20-%20Inconstant%20Moon) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-inconstant-moon/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-inconstant-moon/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-inconstant-moon/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-inconstant-moon/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%20-%20Inconstant%20Moon&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-inconstant-moon%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Books, college, Fiction, Inconstant Moon, Laurel Russwurm, rape, Book Reviews **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Shifters](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-shifters/) **Published:** June 24, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 9 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Shifters - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “This is not a diary or a journal. This is a record for anyone who comes after me. There were, are, and will be thousands of millions of copies of it, but this is the only one you will ever find. This book only exists in case I die. If you’re reading this, I’m probably dead. If I’m not, I’m going to want this back. I’ll also want to find a way to keep you quiet. I suggest you find me before I find you.” ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/ShelterCover.jpg?resize=360%2C480 "Shifters Cover") Zachary Umstead’s novellette, Shifters, is a great little afternoon read, an introduction to his series of young adult books that will be hitting your favorite online bookstore soon. This 13 year old author has quite a career in front of him if his follow up work is as good and if his talents grows with his years he’ll be a force to reckon with by the time he’s an adult. Shifters introduces us to Alex, a football player who makes a horrible decision. Wracked with regret he is given a second chance, a life with a do-over. His new found gift sets him on a course where doing the right thing becomes a whole lot easier and a whole lot more dangerous. ###### Related articles - [Announcing Essential Books for Young Adults](http://www.omnivoracious.com/2011/06/announcing-essential-books-for-young-adults-.html) (omnivoracious.com) - [Young Adults And A Tiny Interruption.](http://thirtyoneorten.wordpress.com/2011/06/11/young-adults-and-a-tiny-interruption/) (thirtyoneorten.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: Bone Dressing](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-bone-dressing/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-shifters%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2FShelterCover.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Shifters) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-shifters/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-shifters/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-shifters/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-shifters/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Shifters&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-shifters%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Young Adult, Young-adult fiction, Zachary Umstead, book, Book Reviews, Fiction, Literature, parallel universe, reviews, shifter, umstead **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Bone Dressing](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-bone-dressing/) **Published:** June 8, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 8 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Bone Dressing - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") “I mean honestly, how could I possibly be sitting on the roof of some stranger’s house, in the middle of the night no less, chaos and destruction laid out in front of me, caused by me, and feel…comforted, righteous even?” ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/bonedressingfrontcover.jpg?resize=402%2C640 "Bone Dressing Cover") It is hard for me to remember how angst ridden my life as a teenager was, and to be honest there were moments that were times when my life would have fit into any teenage drama, but it seems like so long ago that I can hardly believe that it was me. As a consequence I’m not a big fan of much that has to do with the life of teenagers. When I started to read Bone Dressing by Michelle I. Brooks, I was immediately left feeling a little uncomfortable and to be honest it took a while for me to really get into the book because it is written in first person from the perspective of Sydney, a teenage girl with some serious drama in her life. I slogged through it, putting aside my own bias and discomfort mostly due to the skillful writing of the author. The book rolls on, adding drama upon drama to the life of this girl who has loads of potential but is distracted by her own self doubts, a tragic loss from when she was a child and the adults who refuse to understand her or actively try to thwart her. In time she meets someone who is not put off by her brusque exterior, but her undeniable attraction to him and his mysterious message for her turns her already shaky world and flips it on its head. Hidden amongst all of the drama is a story filled with the supernatural that compliments the existing drama. When Sydney accidently opens a door to a power she never knew she had she uncovers an enemy she never knew existed and learns the true story of her past. All of this sets the backdrop for what I hope will be more books about Sydney and her battle with the Big Bad. ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/MichelleIBrooksPhoto.jpg?resize=420%2C315 "Michelle I Brooks") ###### Related articles - [What’s On Your Summer Reading List?](http://mypajamadays.com/2011/06/06/whats-on-your-summer-reading-list/) (mypajamadays.com) - [My review of She Smells the Dead](http://tamelaquijas.wordpress.com/2011/05/26/my-review-of-she-smells-the-dead/) (tamelaquijas.wordpress.com) ### Reviews [Indie Book Collective presents The Tour de Troops!](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-bone-dressing%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2Fbonedressingfrontcover.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20%20Bone%20Dressing) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-bone-dressing/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-bone-dressing/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-bone-dressing/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-bone-dressing/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20%20Bone%20Dressing&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-bone-dressing%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** book review, Drama, Michelle I Brooks, Native American, review, supernatural, teen, book **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Indie Book Collective presents The Tour de Troops!](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/) **Published:** May 29, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 7 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Indie Book Collective presents The Tour de Troops! - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/btdt_may_2011_logo1portrait.jpg?resize=300%2C375 "BTDT_May_2011_logo1Portrait")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/05/29/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/btdt_may_2011_logo1portrait/) Did you know that over 300 overseas troops who have requested books? And this blog tour is going to make sure they get them! How are we going to do that? Through the Indie Book Collective’s massive social media presence, the Collective is gathering together as many authors as possible to give away as many eBooks as possible to the troops! We hope to get each and every one of our brave men and women the books they want! While I’m not a published author as of yet, I still wanted to participate in this worthy event. Leave a comment, and check out the other blogs ***[here](http://indiebookcollective.wordpress.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops-is-here/ "Blog Tour de Troops")*** and leave comments there as well. Every one is worth it and will mean something to our troops, and if there was ever a weekend to show appreciation isn’t this the one? So without further ado I present to you my book review of George H Sirois’ novel, Excelsior. “Matthew, so few humans achieve their destiny before leaving this world. You have that chance.” Matthew Peters had spent the last seven years creating the ultimate online comic hero. He never dreamed that he would find the true hero within himself. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/excelsior.jpg?resize=129%2C200 "Excelsior")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/14/book-review-excelsior/excelsior/) A couple of months ago I took part in the [Blog Tour-de-Force ](http://www.blogtourdeforce.com/Blog_Tour_de_Force/Home.html)and one of the free books I received was Excelsior by George H. Sirois. Excelsior is a piece of young adult science fiction, and normally I do not read young adult fiction of any sorts because I get bored with the simplicity of the writing and the story, not to mention that so often there is a healthy dose of teen angst involved, but the little quote from the the smashwords website intrigued me and I’ll freely admit to the fact that as a long time comic book lover the mere word *excelsior* made me curious. I read George’s blog and I could appreciate how much time he had spent in the creation so I thought I would give it a try. Excelsior is definitely the end result of a labor of love. The characters and history poured into the 70,000 plus words is plainly evident. There is no confusing which character is which as the story unfolds and make no mistake, this is a very character driven bit of fiction. The story only has a couple of different locations, but they are all distinct and well described so that you get the sense of each space and who lives and works there. George says in the afterword that he spent fifteen years working on the main character and his story and the effort really shines through. The story revolves around Matthew, a junior in highschool who is far more interested in working on his web comic Excelsior than he is in doing his school work or paying attention in class. When his comic draws the attention of a beautiful scientist working under a deadline and two nightmarish alien villains reawaken after millenia of imprisonment, his hold world gets turned upside down as he learns that the world of his imagination is far more real than he could have dreamed and that he is the key to the survival of his own world as well as the world of Excelsior! Excelsior is definitely aimed toward the young adult reader, but it is well written enough that even adult fans of science fiction will enjoy it. I’ll definitely be saving this one for my boys to read when they get a littler bit older and to re-read on my own. Links: [George H. Sirois’ Smashwords Profile](http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/excelsior2010 "George H. Sirois' Smashwords Profile") [George H. Sirois’ Twitter Profile](http://twitter.com/GeorgeHSirois "George H. Sirois's Twitter Page") Related Articles: - [Happy 88th Birthday Stan Lee! Excelsior!](http://geektyrant.com/news/2010/12/28/happy-88th-birthday-stan-lee-excelsior.html) (geektyrant.com) - [Blog Tour de Troops Starts Today!](http://sharongerlach.wordpress.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops-starts-today/) (sharongerlach.wordpress.com) - [Blog Tour De Troops!](http://eulana.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops/) (eulana.com) - [Blog Tour de Troops!](http://sharongerlach.wordpress.com/2011/05/28/blog-tour-de-troops/) (sharongerlach.wordpress.com) - [Blog Tour de Troops – Get a Free eBook, Chance to Win a Kindle!](http://flygemini.wordpress.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops-get-a-free-ebook-chance-to-win-a-kindle/) (flygemini.wordpress.com) - [Support Jonathan Gould in Blog Tour De Troops!](http://eulana.com/2011/05/27/support-jonathan-gould-in-blog-tour-de-troops/) (eulana.com) ###### Related articles - [Blog Tour de Troops Starts Today!](http://sharongerlach.wordpress.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops-starts-today/) (sharongerlach.wordpress.com) - [Blog Tour De Troops!](http://eulana.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops/) (eulana.com) - [Blog Tour de Troops!](http://sharongerlach.wordpress.com/2011/05/28/blog-tour-de-troops/) (sharongerlach.wordpress.com) - [Blog Tour de Troops – Get a Free eBook, Chance to Win a Kindle!](http://flygemini.wordpress.com/2011/05/27/blog-tour-de-troops-get-a-free-ebook-chance-to-win-a-kindle/) (flygemini.wordpress.com) - [Support Jonathan Gould in Blog Tour De Troops!](http://eulana.com/2011/05/27/support-jonathan-gould-in-blog-tour-de-troops/) (eulana.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: The King Whisperers](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-king-whisperers/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Findie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F05%2Fbtdt_may_2011_logo1portrait.jpg&description=Indie%20Book%20Collective%20presents%20The%20Tour%20de%20Troops%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/indie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Indie%20Book%20Collective%20presents%20The%20Tour%20de%20Troops%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Findie-book-collective-presents-the-tour-de-troops%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Reviews, Book **Tags:** Excelsior, Fiction, George H Sirois, Smashwords, Twitter, Young-adult fiction, Blog Tour-de-Force, Book Reviews **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: The King Whisperers](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-king-whisperers/) **Published:** April 20, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 6 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: The King Whisperers - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") [Niccolo Machiavelli](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niccol%C3%B2_Machiavelli "Niccolò Machiavelli") is a character many have heard of, but few really know much about. The name itself conjures up images of power-hungry politicians, behind-the-scenes maneuvering, and deceitful, diabolical acts. But we forget that Machiavelli was a real, flesh-and-blood person. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/king-whisperers-198x300.jpg?resize=198%2C300 "king-whisperers-198x300")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/04/20/book-review-the-king-whisperers/king-whisperers-198x300/) As a general rule most of us are taught about the men and women who ruled our country and occasionally we learn something about the rulers of other countries both modern and historical. One thing that is rarely talked about is the people who put the ruler in that position, helped them hold the position or made their legacy something worth remembering. [Dr. Kerwin Swint](http://www.kerwinswint.com "Kerwin Swint")‘s book, The King Whisperers, tells us about the people who stood behind the throne, for better or worse, giving examples from across the globe and throughout time of the people who influenced the course of power like no others. I really liked this book a lot. I love reading books on history and I’ve always been interested in the where a nation/people/religion makes a shift in the direction they are heading. The King Whisperers gives us a look at some of the people who were responsible for those changes or fought to prevent them. Dr. Swint breaks up the book into different sections that take a look at the different kinds of king whisperers that can be found throughout the world and history. The oldest example falls back to biblical times while the most recent examples reach into recent [American](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=38.8833333333,-77.0166666667&spn=10.0,10.0&q=38.8833333333,-77.0166666667 (United%20States)&t=h "United States") presidencies, but the author makes all of them relevant and interesting. When I finished this book I knew more about the politics of [France](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=48.8566666667,2.35083333333&spn=10.0,10.0&q=48.8566666667,2.35083333333 (France)&t=h "France"), [India](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=28.6133333333,77.2083333333&spn=10.0,10.0&q=28.6133333333,77.2083333333 (India)&t=h "India") and Italy/Rome then I had learned through all of my other reading. The book takes a look at the various individuals by placing each within categories devised by Dr. Swint. This approach works pretty well since it allows you to see different shades of the same modus operandi all lumped in close proximity before moving on to the next group. While you could argue that some of the individuals should fall into one category or another, in the end I feel that Dr. Swint did a pretty good job in separating out the various political players he uses as examples. The one thing I felt was missing from the book was a wrap up at the end, a conclusion if you will. You are reading along, devouring personality after personality until WHAM!…you’re hit by the end notes. Dr. Swint lays out his thoughts and premises in the beginning of the book, but that sudden ending left me feeling a little cheated. Perhaps it has more to do with something that I am comfortable with or just used to, but it was a bit jarring (honestly I tried going back and double checking to make sure I hadn’t just missed it somehow). With all of that being said, I really enjoyed this book and I have already suggested it to a handful of friends and family, and here is where I suggest it to you as well. Pick up a copy and give it a read, you will learn some great history, understand a little more about how politics really works and be better off for it. **Tour Notes**: Please vote for my blog in the traffic-breaker poll for this tour. The blogger with the most votes wins a free promotional twitterview and a special winner’s badge. I want that to be me! You can vote in the poll by visiting [the official King Whisperers blog tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/kerwin-swints-the-king-whisperer-tour/) and scrolling all the way to the bottom. The next word for the book give-away is **ENJOYS**. Learn more about the give-away and enter to win 1 of 3 copies on [the official King Whisperers blog tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/kerwin-swints-the-king-whisperer-tour/). The other 2 copies are being given-away courtesy of the [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com "Goodreads") author program, [go here to enter](http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/enter_choose_address/9678-the-king-whisperers-power-behind-the-throne-from-rasputin-to-rove). And don’t forget to stop by the [Q&A with Kerwin Swint Group](http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/46446.Q_A_with_Kerwin_Swint) to discuss the King Whisperers (including questions from the [official book club guide](http://kerwinswint.com/king_discussion.pdf)), the author, and his previous works. **Book Trailers for the King Whisperers**: \[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC9-vbJRZto&w=600&h=368\] \[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoL6BULItWA&w=600&h=368\] Useful Links: Kerwin Swint’s Facebook page: [www.facebook.com/kerwinswint](http://www.facebook.com/kerwinswint) Kerwin Swint’s homepage: [www.kerwinswint.com](http://www.kerwinswint.com) ###### Related Articles - [The Prince – Machiavelli](http://thenewroyalty.wordpress.com/2011/03/26/the-prince-machiavelli/) (thenewroyalty.wordpress.com) - [Was Machiavelli Really Evil?](http://socyberty.com/philosophy/was-machiavelli-really-evil/) (socyberty.com) - [Misunderstood Books #1: Machiavelli’s The Prince](http://themalaysianreader.com/2011/03/23/misunderstood-books-1-machiavellis-the-prince/) (themalaysianreader.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: My Frankenstein](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-king-whisperers%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F04%2Fking-whisperers-198x300.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20The%20King%20Whisperers) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-king-whisperers/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-king-whisperers/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-king-whisperers/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-king-whisperers/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20The%20King%20Whisperers&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-king-whisperers%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** United States, Book Reviews, France, India, Kerwin Swint, Niccolò Machiavelli **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: My Frankenstein](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/) **Published:** March 16, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 5 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: My Frankenstein - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") Then Pain shot through her and she fell out of the blackness towards the speck of light. She heard Viktor shouting. He was no longer speaking to her but to Igor. “There was a reaction!” said Viktor Another jolt of pain coursed through Eva. It pulled her closer. The shouts between the two men became clear and loud, as if they stood on the other side of a door. “Give her more!” Igor shouted. Viktor retorted, “Give her too much at one time and we will kill her! I know what I am doing!” [![My Frankenstein by Michael J Lee](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/03/myfrankenstein.jpg?w=647&resize=388%2C614 "MyFrankenstein")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/03/16/book-review-my-frankenstein/myfrankenstein/) It is a courageous thing to take one of the best known pieces of fiction, an absolute classic know by many, a book turned into numerous movies and inspiring in its own right, and to re-write it. You run the risk of falling short of the original or even worse make it too much like the original so that very little of your own writing shines through. Michael J. Lee takes [Frankenstein](http://www.amazon.com/Frankenstein-Whole-Story-Mary-Shelley/dp/0670878014%3FSubscriptionId%3D0G81C5DAZ03ZR9WH9X82%26tag%3Dzemanta-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0670878014 "Frankenstein (Whole Story)"): A Modern Prometheus, the novel written by Mary Shelley nearly two-hundred years ago, and makes it his own in My Frankenstein. The story of Frankenstein is well known, but Lee takes the story and tells it from a slightly different angle, gives it a little industrial age twist and turns the story into something fresh and new. I’ll admit that when I started reading it I approached it with a little dread and trepidation, but it did not take long for the writing and the story to take control and I was hooked. The basic premise works out much the same, there is a Viktor Frankenstein and a monster, but from there the similarities end. My Frankenstein centers around Eva, an uncommonly intelligent girl living in a small farming village whose life is irrevocably turned upside down by the coming of the new Baron Frankenstein and his plans to modernize the little village by dragging it into the industrial era. Viktor see the potential in Eva and nurtures that potential and Eva sees in him the embodiment of progress. Before long their teacher student relationship becomes oh so much more, and when Viktor’s secret project is revealed to her the tensions begin to run high as humanity and ambition clash. There are numerous layers within this book that could spark any number of philosophical discussions and every one of them as relevant to today’s world as they would have been to the time when the original story was written, but all of it is woven into a well told story that will make you involved, rooting for the heroes and despising the villains. Ultimately you will have to ask yourself what it is that truly makes a monster. If you love a good story about romance, intrigue and conflict this is a book for you. I would highly recommend giving this a read, probably more than once, and if you love Frankenstein then this is an absolute must for your reading collection. ###### Related Articles - [Review: Frankenstein](http://jackieisreading.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/review-frankenstein/) (jackieisreading.wordpress.com) - [Allusions in Frankenstein](http://www.brighthub.com/education/homework-tips/articles/36141.aspx) (brighthub.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-my-frankenstein%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F03%2Fmyfrankenstein.jpg%3Fw%3D647&description=Book%20Review%3A%20My%20Frankenstein) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20My%20Frankenstein&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-my-frankenstein%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Igor, industrial, Mary Shelley, Michael J Lee, monster, murder, review, romance, book, Victor Frankenstein, book review, Frankenstein **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/) **Published:** March 2, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 4 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - [Book Review: My Frankenstein](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/ "Book Review: My Frankenstein") “I can’t be dead…that’s ridiculous.” But a feeling inside told him that this was not a dream. His face sank and his stomach sickened as he came to grips with his current state. “So, I’m a ghost?” The rationalization was disorienting. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/03/sebastian_and_the_afterlife.jpg?resize=200%2C303 "sebastian_and_the_afterlife")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/03/02/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/sebastian_and_the_afterlife/) How far would you go to be with the one you love? Are you tired of the barrage of supernatural young adult fiction littered with vampires and werewolves? Are you looking for something a little different that still brings with it something beyond the normal life? Do you like excellent writing and a tremendous story? Well if you do then Sebastian and the Afterlife by William J. Barry is the book for you. The story revolves around Sebastian, a recently deceased teenager who finds himself at a school for spirits who aren’t quite ready to move on to the afterlife. He makes some new friends at the school and they must work together to come to grips with their own deaths and figure out what it is that is holding them back, but just like life in the mortal realm things are never quite so simple as they seem. Will they survive their own death in a world where the Grim Reaper reigns supreme and growing threat by spirit draining villains lurks in the darker places of the spirit realm? William J. Barry fills the book with stories within stories, layering the life and death of the various characters together in a seemless orchestration of events that is easy to follow and connect together when the time is right, making the book an absolute pleasure to read. But don’t worry, not everything is tied up in a neat little package by the end of the book. Little threads are left loose, just enough to suggest a sequal, not enough to leave you irritated by it. Personally I look forward to the day when I can return to the world of Sebastian and the Afterlife. ###### Related Articles - [Questioning the Afterlife](http://witchesofthecraft.wordpress.com/2011/02/28/questioning-the-afterlife/) (witchesofthecraft.wordpress.com) - [Afterlife](http://johnian.wordpress.com/2011/02/02/afterlife/) (johnian.wordpress.com) - [The Writer”s Coffee Shop](http://www.thewriterscoffeeshop.com/news.php "The Writer's Coffee Shop") ### Reviews [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F03%2Fsebastian_and_the_afterlife.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20%20Sebastian%20and%20the%20Afterlife) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20%20Sebastian%20and%20the%20Afterlife&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** teen, William J Barry, YA, Afterlife, Young Adult, Book Reviews, Death, fantasy, Fiction, halloween, highschool, Paranormal **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Gabriel's Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/) **Published:** February 21, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 3 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") - [Book Review: My Frankenstein](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/ "Book Review: My Frankenstein") “Drop in five, four, three, two, one…DROP, DROP, DROP!” Gabriel’s head was slammed back against the padded wall of the drop capsule, known to drop-troopers as coffins, as the Marcinko spat the team from the drop bay like bullets. Nine capsules shot towards the surface of Poliahu at over seven G’s. After the initial shock, Gabriel relaxed his breathing and had his neuretics bring up the drop data in Mindseye. Nine green dots, falling towards the surface at over 18,000 miles per hour, all secure telemetry in order. He checked for an update of the LZ, and confirmed the team was on target and all probes showed the same quiet colony. *All but one probe*, he thought. *I only hope that was a glitch.* [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/gabriels-redemption.jpg?resize=500%2C666 "Gabriel's Redemption")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/21/book-review-gabriels-redemption/gabriels-redemption/) Gabriel’s Redemption gives the reader a glimpse at an all too possible future, where global tragedy has altered the physical and political landscape of the world, leaving the stars as a refuge for hope and a better life…as long as you can survive. I loved this book and when I set it down I wanted more. Now when I say I wanted more it is not because I was left unsatisfied with the story or the way it ended, I say it because I loved the characters, the story and the writing so much that I hated to see it end. Steve Umstead has crafted a piece of science fiction that is reminiscent of the works of [Ben Bova](http://www.benbova.net/ "Ben Bova"), [Larry Niven](http://www.larryniven.net/ "Larry Niven") and [Isaac Asimov](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_Asimov "Isaac Asimov"), rich with description that feels natural, characters who seem real and technology that feels plausible and acceptable. If you love a good story but the techno-babble of some science fiction steers you away from the genre, this is the book for you. Umsteads sells you his vision of the future with well crafted writing as opposed to drowning you with scientific terms. The end result is a believable future that is easy to relate to. Gabriel’s Redemption is the story of Evan Gabriel, a disgraced member of the North American Federation Navy, who is given an opportunity to recover his former rank and to have the blame for the disaster he was blamed for removed from his records. When the offer is made by a man he cannot stand and does not trust he has to wonder whether or not the risk is worth it, and when things start to go bad on the mission he has to figure out who he can trust and how he and his team will survive so that he can take advantage of the redemption he has been promised. LINKS: [Steve Umstead’s Blog Page](http://steveumstead.com/) [Steve Umstead’s Twitter Page](http://twitter.com/steveumstead) ### Reviews [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-gabriels-redemption%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F02%2Fgabriels-redemption.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Gabriel%27s%20Redemption) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Gabriel%27s%20Redemption&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-gabriels-redemption%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Science fiction, steve umstead, Ben Bova, Book Reviews, Fiction, gabriel's redemption, Isaac Asimov, Larry Niven **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/) **Published:** February 14, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 2 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ "Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard") - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - Book Review: Excelsior - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") - [Book Review: My Frankenstein](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/ "Book Review: My Frankenstein") “Matthew, so few humans achieve their destiny before leaving this world. You have that chance.” Matthew Peters had spent the last seven years creating the ultimate online comic hero. He never dreamed that he would find the true hero within himself. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/excelsior.jpg?resize=129%2C200 "Excelsior")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/14/book-review-excelsior/excelsior/) Last month I took part in the [Blog Tour-de-Force ](http://www.blogtourdeforce.com/Blog_Tour_de_Force/Home.html)and one of the free books I received was Excelsior by George H. Sirois. Excelsior is a piece of young adult science fiction, and normally I do not read young adult fiction of any sorts because I get bored with the simplicity of the writing and the story, not to mention that so often there is a healthy dose of teen angst involved, but the little quote from the the smashwords website intrigued me and I’ll freely admit to the fact that as a long time comic book lover the mere word *excelsior* made me curious. I read George’s blog and I could appreciate how much time he had spent in the creation so I thought I would give it a try. Excelsior is definitely the end result of a labor of love. The characters and history poured into the 70,000 plus words is plainly evident. There is no confusing which character is which as the story unfolds and make no mistake, this is a very character driven bit of fiction. The story only has a couple of different locations, but they are all distinct and well described so that you get the sense of each space and who lives and works there. George says in the afterword that he spent fifteen years working on the main character and his story and the effort really shines through. The story revolves around Matthew, a junior in highschool who is far more interested in working on his web comic Excelsior than he is in doing his school work or paying attention in class. When his comic draws the attention of a beautiful scientist working under a deadline and two nightmarish alien villains reawaken after millenia of imprisonment, his hold world gets turned upside down as he learns that the world of his imagination is far more real than he could have dreamed and that he is the key to the survival of his own world as well as the world of Excelsior! Excelsior is definitely aimed toward the young adult reader, but it is well written enough that even adult fans of science fiction will enjoy it. I’ll definitely be saving this one for my boys to read when they get a littler bit older and to re-read on my own. Links: [George H. Sirois’ Smashwords Profile](http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/excelsior2010 "George H. Sirois' Smashwords Profile") [George H. Sirois’ Twitter Profile](http://twitter.com/GeorgeHSirois "George H. Sirois's Twitter Page") Related Articles: - [Happy 88th Birthday Stan Lee! Excelsior!](http://geektyrant.com/news/2010/12/28/happy-88th-birthday-stan-lee-excelsior.html) (geektyrant.com) ### Reviews [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/ ">") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-excelsior%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F02%2Fexcelsior.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20%20Excelsior) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20%20Excelsior&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-excelsior%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Blog Tour-de-Force, Book Reviews, Excelsior, Fiction, George H Sirois, Smashwords **Series:** Reviews --- ### [Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/) **Published:** January 12, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This entry is part 1 of 81 in the series [Reviews](https://mywriterscramp.com/series/reviews/) - [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior") - [Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-gabriels-redemption/ "Book Review: Gabriel’s Redemption") - Book Review: One Right Tricky Bastard - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/ "Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife") - [Book Review: My Frankenstein](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-my-frankenstein/ "Book Review: My Frankenstein") As an aspiring writer I tend to read a lot and I tend to read in the genre’s that I’m interested in and that I want to write in. Every once in a while a friend will talk me into reading something a little different for better or worse. In the case of C. M. Sottolano’s “One Right Tricky Bastard” it was more a matter of reading something because I had been asked by a friend and that friend happened to be the author as well. He asked me to read an early copy of the work so that I could offer up my opinions and to do a little editing. I started out reading, my red pen in hand, ready to mark his draft with corrections and comments. My red pen did not last very long, not ecause there were so many errors, but because I couldn’t put any thought into editing because the story and writing were just that good. I often read the work of friends with some trepidation. As a friend you want to be positive and encouraging, but as an author I want to be brutal and honest, so the two different parts of me often conflict and I end up satisfying neither side. With Sottolano’s work however I can say that I was engrossed completely. The characters were brilliant and unique, the story was captivating and suspenseful and I found myself unable to stop reading once I had gotten started. When I had finished I could offer little in the way of advice to my friend and I had nothing to hand to him in terms of editting, but I shared with him my enthusiasm and my urgings that his story must be published. Four years later, the story has been added to, edited and finally published electronically. I was excited to see it come out and immediately purchased the book from Amazon for the Kindle (the only version currently available, though the author tells me he is considering a print run as well). Once again I devoured the book, pleased at the changes he made and loving the story even more. One Right Tricky Bastard is urban fantasy that tells the story of Milo Gives (rhymes with strives), a Disreputable Urban Magus, and a friend to those in need. He starts out helping a young woman find her brother who has run afoul of some very dangerous individuals, so dangerous in fact that Milo has to pull out all the stops to not only help the kids, but to stay alive. That in and of itself would be hard enough, but throw into the mix his ex-wife, who happens to be a man eater…literally, and Milo and friends will be lucky to survive at all. You can buy One Right Tricky Bastard at amazon.com or by clicking here: . You can follow C. M. Sottolano on [Twitter](http://twitter.com/cmsottolano/) or [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/profile.php?id=100001380356417). **Excerpt From C. M. Sottolano’s “One Right Tricky Bastard”** (shared with permission from the author) “So I’m not crazy? I mean, I was really beginning to think I was cracking up.” I tried giving her my most reassuring smile. Her eyes remained dead. I couldn’t tell if it had worked. “Certain supernatural creatures have that effect.” “Supernatural? That’s hard to believe.” I chuckled, “You have a better name for it?” “Mutant? Maybe?” “Pandora, I’m not the person your friend intended you to call.” “But I asked Castillo for someone professional, someone who could handle it.” “Well, I am a professional who can handle your problem. Just not the one Castillo intended. I doubt whoever that was could handle this. Even an inexperienced Jekyll/Hyde could prove frustrating to a mundane detective. Their assumptions would lead them away from, not towards, a solution. I actually saw something stir in Pandora’s eyes. Sadly, it was mistrust. “So, who are you then?” “Have you ever heard of the Magi?” “You mean, ‘We Three Kings of Orient are’, those guys?” “Hey, I’m impressed. Yes, those guys.” “Right. I remember reading that Magi is part of the root word for magician. So, you can do magic then?” I nodded slightly, “For lack of a better word. I like to think I deal more in ‘signs and wonders’.” “What’s the difference?” “Magic’s more under the magician’s control. And I can do that, but that control has a price. It puts a cap on what you can get. Wonders do require a leap of faith but there’s no limiting them.” “I’m a little short of faith,” she said. “That’s what ‘signs’ are for. They’re a little nudge to help faith along.” This time Pandora smirked and drained the last little dregs of her coffee. “I think I’d like see one of your little signs. I mean, I’ve seen some weird shit in my life. I think Stephan’s seen even more . . .” She looked like she had another question to ask then suddenly she changed gears. “Okay, bottom line this for me. You can help me find Stephan, right?” “Where few else could.” “Why should I trust you? How do I know you aren’t just another liar?” I took her now empty coffee cup and the half empty single-serve liquid creamer. I poured the creamer into her empty, tall coffee cup until it overflowed onto the table. Pandora held her breath for along moment, looking for the trick up my sleeve. There wasn’t one. The hardness in her eyes softened for a moment while she let her breath out slowly. “Okay then, you’re hired.” ### Reviews [Book Review: Excelsior](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-excelsior/ "Book Review: Excelsior >>") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Farighttrickybastard%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Book%20Review%3A%20One%20Right%20Tricky%20Bastard) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/arighttrickybastard/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20One%20Right%20Tricky%20Bastard&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Farighttrickybastard%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Reviews, Writing, Book **Tags:** sottolano, urban, author, book, fantasy, friend, magi, review **Series:** Reviews --- ### [The Great Dragon Project](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-great-dragon-project/) **Published:** April 27, 2022 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Last week I started the largest printing and painting project I have ever done. Ashgex the Red Dragon from [***Loot-Studios.com***](http://loot-studios.com) is a project I have been wanting to tackle since I got the STL back in December. I opted to print the 75mm scale version of the print knowing it was going to be big, but I was not quite prepared for the massive 25 inch wingspan that was the reality. Due to the small size of my printer it took an entire week to print the 36 pieces. ![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220418_002045.jpg?w=640)![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220418_092306.jpg?w=640)![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220418_092313.jpg?w=640)![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220418_104030.jpg?w=640)![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220419_000905.jpg?w=640)![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220420_095412.jpg?w=640)![](https://innocentericcom.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/20220420_095429.jpg?w=640)It took about two hours to clean up the prints before even attempting assembly. The rough assembly too another two hours due to the need for pinning on certain pieces and the fact that the pieces did not fit together as smoothly as I would have liked. the next step will be filling the cracks with Resin or Green Stuff before attaching the wings permanently. I’ll keep posting updates on this project and other stuff I am, working on. If you want to watch some of the work you can join me ***[here](http://twitch.tv/innocenteric)*** every Monday at 9PM Eastern. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-great-dragon-project%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F06%2F20220419_000905.jpg%3Ffit%3D1200%252C1167%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Great%20Dragon%20Project) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-great-dragon-project/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-great-dragon-project/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-great-dragon-project/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-great-dragon-project/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Great%20Dragon%20Project&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-great-dragon-project%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blog Posts, Miniatures, Painting, 3D Printing **Tags:** art, gaming, loot-studios, miniature figures --- ### [Welcome to the Potato Show](https://mywriterscramp.com/welcome-to-the-potato-show/) **Published:** April 13, 2022 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Welcome to the new website. It took me about a year to decide on whether or not I wanted to do this. You see I already have a [website](https://mywriterscramp.com), but it is a sadly unattended thing at this time. Life got away from me and the last three or four years have been exceptionally tough. I am working my way past that, taking control back some, if you will, and so I looked at the site and realized it was clunky, outdated and needed more fixing than I could manage on my own. I’m not in any position to fix it up just yet, but that helped me come to the decision to start a new site. You see I have expanded beyond just writing and wanted a landing pad for some of my new content The site is still in it’s early phases, under construction if you will, so expect things to change over time as I figure it all out and put it all together. I welcome your comments and input on all of it, blog posts, miniature painting, writing, the site, my stream, all of it. I am all about growing and getting better at the things I love to do, so lay it on me. Innocenteric aka. Eric Swett ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwelcome-to-the-potato-show%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F06%2Fsvg-black-final-01-500x500-1.png%3Ffit%3D500%252C500%26ssl%3D1&description=Welcome%20to%20the%20Potato%20Show) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/welcome-to-the-potato-show/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/welcome-to-the-potato-show/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/welcome-to-the-potato-show/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/welcome-to-the-potato-show/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Welcome%20to%20the%20Potato%20Show&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwelcome-to-the-potato-show%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blog Posts **Tags:** Writing, content, Intro --- ### [I Am Broken](https://mywriterscramp.com/i-am-broken/) **Published:** October 19, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I should be sharing something about my [Kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1281481181/apocalypse-rising-the-coming-darkness) campaign that launched yesterday, but I can’t. The link is there. You can click it, check out some information on the new book, but I’ll be honest. I’m sitting here in shock. I just wiped away the tears and I don’t quite know what to do. I’ll do a video post on my kickstarter and will probably post it here tomorrow, but for now, I can’t. I am broken. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fi-am-broken%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=I%20Am%20Broken) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/i-am-broken/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/i-am-broken/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/i-am-broken/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/i-am-broken/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20I%20Am%20Broken&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fi-am-broken%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Armageddon Angels, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** broken, kickstarter, Star Wars, The Coming Darkness --- ### [Kickstarter Launched!](https://mywriterscramp.com/kickstarter-launched/) **Published:** October 19, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I started my kickstarter campaign for my next book. What’s the name of this book you say? Well watch the video and follow the K link in the corner to find out. 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Armageddon Angels, backer, Crowd funding, Grim Reaper, Horseme of the Apocalyspe, Justin --- ### [SIN EATER Starts Tomorrow!](https://mywriterscramp.com/sin-eater-starts-tomorrow/) **Published:** September 24, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Can I just say that I love Pavarti k. Tyler’s fiction? I’ve read a couple of her works and her writing is always spot on. The stories are intense and can take you to uncomfortable places, but that’s what good fiction should do and she is a master of it. When I heard that she and Jessica West were releasing a serialized story through Amazon.com, I knew we were in for a treat. Below you’ll fins all of the information and release dates and you can be sure that I will have a review coming for the series soon enough. You’ve heard rumblings about it, now it’s finally here. *SIN EATER* by Pavarti K. Tyler and Jessica West is available now on Amazon.com. Check out my review and the giveaway at the end of this post! **Episode 1.1 is FREE 9/25 & 9/26 so grab your copy NOW.** After that it will be $0.99 or free on Kindle Unlimited: [Amazon.com](http://smarturl.it/SinEater1.1) Episode 1.2 is available now for $0.99: [Amazon.com](http://smarturl.it/SinEater1.2) --- [![SinEater1.1](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/09/sineater1-1-206x300.jpg?resize=206%2C300)](http://smarturl.it/SinEater1.1) From Award-Winning Author Pavarti K. Tyler and Speculative Fiction Author Jessica West, comes a Dark Urban Fantasy serial about evil, and the next step in its evolution. This is Episode ONE in a seven part urban fantasy/horror serial** *A Sin Eater who battles demons for souls A Priest who must protect what he most desires, even from himself, A rogue Romani mortician with an attitude, a secret, and a powerful weapon, And a Secret Order of the Church who knows more than they’re saying…* Nikolai Grekh is the last Sin Eater. Born into a world rampant with demon possession, Nik Grekh struggles to keep Hell’s hordes from consuming the world, but he grows weary of the constant battle against sin. Evil grows stronger as more souls are lost. With each new possession growing increasingly violent, Nik fears he may be losing the war. When Nik confronts a demon he can barely defeat, he reaches out to the only man who can save him. The only man he trusts. The one man he can never have… Evil has resided alongside humanity since the beginning of time, feeding on our weaknesses, our vices. Our sins. It hungers for our souls, its demonic offspring possessing humans, corrupting, manipulating, using us as unwitting pawns in a supernatural chess match for the ultimate price: life. The Crucifixion of Christ saved humanity once. What will it take to save us this time? ***contains mature content, offensive themes, and general deviance*** Sin Eater 1.1 is approximately 10,000 words or 45 pages, and is the first of seven episodes in the first season of the Sin Eater serial. *If you don’t enjoy serials, you can [pre-order the full Box Set on Amazon](http://smarturl.it/SinEater1Box).* --- **A Note About Serials:** These are not stand alone books, however, if that drives you crazy, you can [PREORDER the full box set now](http://smarturl.it/SinEater1Box): [![Season1Box](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/09/season1box-300x261.png?resize=300%2C261)](http://smarturl.it/SinEater1Box) For those reading alone as each episode is released, here is the full schedule: **Sin Schedule** **Episode****Publication Date**Episode 19/25/2015Episode 29/25/2015Episode 310/9/2015Episode 410/23/2015Episode 511/6/2015Episode 611/20/2015Episode 712/4/2015Box Set12/15/2015--- **Read an Excerpt** Nik’s hand dripped blood and his forehead throbbed. “You can’t kill this man and that’s the only way you’ll get rid of me. You can’t take an innocent life without opening yourself up to my kind. So go ahead, kill him, and then I’ll wrap myself in your shell and consume your soul.” The monster licked its lips. “Bullshit.” The leaky, red eyes of the demon’s host displayed the first real signs of fear. It was all but beat. He was almost finished. “Behold and obey. By the power of Christ, invested in me by the Kingdom of Heaven and its mighty King, I command you to yield. For this vessel is a child of God, sacred unto him.” Beads of sweat popped out on the brow of the man before him, now crouching and glaring up at Nik. One side of his face had melted away, leaving only sinew and bone. He curled his arms and fists, making his biceps bulge with effort. His voice, empowered by his birthright and emboldened by experience, rang clear in the night. “I exorcise thee, every unclean spirit, in the name of God,” Nik pressed his bloody palm against the demon’s forehead, “and in the name of Jesus, and in the name of the Holy Spirit!” Nik drew the sign of the cross on the demon’s flesh with his own blood. “Tell me your name! The blood of Christ compels you!” The man’s bulging muscles shook. He ground his teeth, trying his best to stop from revealing his name and giving Nik the only thing he needed to destroy him. He screamed, a long and low furious yell that revealed the only thing that might have kept him safe: “Naamah.” Nik slapped his wet palm onto the man’s sweaty forehead. “I exorcise thee, Naamah, in the name of God, and in the name of Jesus,” Nik’s hand burned the man’s flesh, but he couldn’t stop, “and in the name of the Holy Spirit.” He pulled his face close until the two were eye-to-eye. The black from the demon’s eyes receded into its head, traveling the surface of the man’s skin and turning it gray. He opened his mouth and a black cloud rushed out, choking its former host as it was expelled. The monster let out a shriek as the last of its hold on the man was ripped out, sliding out of his human host’s mouth and into a black glob on the street. The man came to his senses. Confusion showed in his eyes as his mind was once again able to access his body. As the evil left the man’s body, he slumped to the ground and Nik lowered with him. Nik stayed just long enough to make sure the man’s pulse was stable. His job was to get the evil out, not to worry about what happened after. Nik’s head spun, he was too exhausted, sick, and confused to reason it out. He’d exorcised the demon. That’s all that mattered. He’d figure out the particulars later. The blood on Nik’s hand glowed a deep red in the darkness as he reached out and grabbed the evil before him. With a silent prayer, he picked it up, black sin wrapping around his fingers like tentacles. Bile rose in his mouth at the thought of what he needed to do next. Twice in one night. The throb in his head began again and Nik stuffed the evil into his mouth, swallowing its slick putrid essence in one gulp. Nik stood, but he swayed and leaned heavily on the wall to his left, unable to see through the dark haze that descended over his eyes. He felt like someone had snuffed him out. Cold gripped his body, seeping into his bones, pulling him down, crushing him in its icy fist. He instantly regretted treating this one as he had every other. He should have known better. There was nothing about this possession that had been like the others. After everything he went through to beat this thing, he came right back around to the same thought as before. 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I say I am inspired by [H. P. Lovecraft](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._P._Lovecraft "H. P. Lovecraft"), [L. Ron Hubbard](http://www.lronhubbard.org/ "L. Ron Hubbard"), [Tolkien](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._R._R._Tolkien "J. R. R. Tolkien"), [Asimov](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_Asimov "Isaac Asimov") and a number of other writers, and that would be the truth. But those sources of inspiration are of the sort that I look at and say, “I want to write like them. I want to be known like them.” They are passive inspirations, long gone and safe to emulate from afar. It is a rare thing for me to find someone that inspires me to do something solid. They make me want to change something about myself and be more like them. Well I can say with all honesty that I have been inspired, and I think it only right to share who inspired me. She has failed more than succeeded when it comes to losing weight, eating healthy, and getting in shape, but she never stops trying. She looks at it as a series of failures, but I see her dogged determination. When she decided she wanted to try her hand at [Weight Watchers](http://www.weightwatchers.com "Weight Watchers") again and then to try doing a triathlon, I was all for it. Doing a triathlon falls so far outside of my comfort zone that even contemplating it makes my body hurt, but I was all for it with her. Even if she failed, she tried something that intimidated me. Watching her work on her triathlon training is amazing. In the past she might have given up when faced with a setback, but not this time. She has pushed and sacrificed and I am so very proud of her. This summer she did her first 5k, and watching her cross that finish line was one of the coolest things I have seen this year. ![Inspiration](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wpid-wp-1440508250231-e1440508765701-576x1024.jpeg?resize=576%2C1024&ssl=1)Foam Glow FinishAs the date of her triathlon draws near, I have seen her confidence grow and her body firm up, and I am so excited for her. I can’t wait to see her cross that finish line next month. Now this is where the inspiration comes in. Seeing her grow and succeed makes me want to do the same. It is unlikely that I will ever run a triathlon, but I know I need to start working on something to better my health. I thought about working out after work with my coworkers, but I don’t know that I am ready to hang with the younger, protein shake drinking crowd, so what was I to do? Yoga. I’m doing yoga. Okay, I am doing it at home with a pair of DVD for beginners, but it is a start. I even bought a yoga mat at Walmart this weekend and gave it a go. Finding the time to do the morning routine has proven difficult with school starting back up, but I am at least doing the evening routine, and I feel better for trying. So there you have it. I have been inspired to better myself. More importantly, I have been inspired enough to put it into action. Thank you, Tracy. I am proud of you and I love you more than words can express. ![Inspiration](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wpid-wp-1440508249163-e1440508888777-576x1024.jpeg?resize=576%2C1024&ssl=1) ###### Related articles - [Leftover links for 13-Aug 2015](http://doubtfulnews.com/2015/08/leftover-links-for-13-aug-2015/) (doubtfulnews.com) - [On This Day in History – The Birth of H. P. 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P. Lovecraft, Inspiration, Isaac Asimov, L. Ron Hubbard, Tolkien, Tracy Swett --- ### [Vacation On a Field of War](https://mywriterscramp.com/gettysburg/) **Published:** August 13, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This past weekend I drove up to [Pennsylvania](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=41.0,-77.5&spn=3.0,3.0&q=41.0,-77.5 (Pennsylvania)&t=h "Pennsylvania") to pick up my boys. I hadn’t seen them in almost two month and my parents thought that meeting my wife, daughter, and I in Gettysburg would be more fun that meeting in Columbus, Ohio (no offense to Columbus intended). As the day approached we learned that my wife would have to stay behind for her Triathlon training. It was very upsetting for her and the boys, and I wish she could have made it, but she is working on hard on her training and it was the right choice. My daughter and I were on the road ten minutes before five o’clock AM with our camping gear in the trunk and our snacks in the front. Six hours later we arrived at the [Gettysburg National Military Park](http://www.nps.gov/gett/index.htm) Visitor Center. We met my boys and my parents in he Visitor Center just in time to watch a film and see the Cyclorama. With that done, we went into the museum. All of the artifacts and presentations were interesting, but I’ll be honest, I was far more into being with my kids and seeing Kaitlyn glomming onto her brothers. After a quick break for lunch, we started on the driving tour through the park. We borrowed the CD’s and booklet from the [Gettysburg KOA](http://koa.com/campgrounds/gettysburg/) where we were staying. Not to get too sidetracked, but I would definitely recommend the campground as an affordable overnight option if you don’t want to pay for a tourist town’s hotel rates. It’s a great place for the kids to play and includes a playground, swimming pool, over-sized chess set, and breakfast on the cheap. There is a little store with snacks, toys and touristy stuff. I bought the auto tour book and CD’s after the fact and I plan on coming back. I enjoyed the auto tour immensely. Of course I had to get out at a number of stops to read some of the numerous markers that litter the park with information. Much of it would mean little to anyone not well read on the Civil War, but even for the uninformed it would be interesting. When we got to [Seminary Ridge](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=39.2536111111,-77.2536111111&spn=0.1,0.1&q=39.2536111111,-77.2536111111 (Seminary%20Ridge)&t=h "Seminary Ridge") I was completely in awe. Staring up at [Cemetery Ridge](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=39.818056,-77.2325&spn=0.01,0.01&q=39.818056,-77.2325 (Cemetery%20Ridge)&t=h "Cemetery Ridge") and knowing that on the third day of the battle, 12,000 Confederate soldiers lined up a mile across and marched up that field to face the Union troops tucked behind a short wall and makeshift fortifications. The insanity of it is mind boggling. Those men were incredibly brave and I cannot imagine marching into the face of so much firepower. The auto tour was cool, but we got kind of a late start, so by the time we got to the [Army of Northern Virginia](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Army_of_Northern_Virginia "Army of Northern Virginia") Memorial, we had to make a decision and opted to skip some sites in order to hit the two places I really wanted to check out: [Little Round Top](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=39.792,-77.2363&spn=0.01,0.01&q=39.792,-77.2363 (Little%20Round%20Top)&t=h "Little Round Top") and Cemetery Ridge. Little Round Top was amazing. What a commanding view of the battlefield. I can completely understand why the Union dug in and the confederates fought so hard to take it. We walked around, took a bunch of pictures, and I got to spout off to my children about the battle that was fought where we stood. The one thing I missed out on was Chamberlain’s memorial. It was a little way down the hill from where we parked and I could tell the kids were getting tired. I’m looking forward to checking that out when we come back. Cemetery Ridge. Wow. Walking onto the field and seeing the path traveled by Pickett’s Charge was incredible. Standing on the spot where the Confederate troops briefly broke through the Union line and standing beside the spot where Lewis Armistead reached the Union cannon before being shot was breathtaking. Zachary went with my mom to check out the cemetery, while Katie, Connor, my dad, and I walked the length of the ridge. It was incredible. some of the monuments brought up more questions than answers, but all of them were beautiful in their own right. We ended the day with a visit to the Pennsylvania Memorial. It stands out in a field of exceptional monuments. It is the largest structure in the park outside of the Visitor Center and amazing to behold. It was the ultimate stopping point for our little trip. As a reference, the statue at the top stands twenty-one feet tall, so you can imagine just how immense the structure is. ###### Related articles - [Gettysburg Artists-in-Residence Reflect](http://thepoetsbillow.org/2015/07/16/gettysburg-artists-in-residence-reflect/) (thepoetsbillow.org) - [Pope to give speech at lectern Abraham Lincoln used in Gettysburg Address](http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/aug/07/pope-speech-lectern-abraham-lincoln-gettysburg-address) (theguardian.com) - [Gettysburg 152nd anniversary reenactment takes place a month late](http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2015/08/gettysburg_152nd_anniversary_r.html) (pennlive.com) - [Local Author Gets Book Pulled From Amazon](http://wnep.com/2015/07/17/local-author-gets-book-pulled-from-amazon/) (wnep.com) - [(Video) Was slavery the cause of the Civil War? ‹ Reader – WordPress.com](https://madashelland.wordpress.com/2015/08/10/video-was-slavery-the-cause-of-the-civil-war-reader-wordpress-com/) (madashelland.wordpress.com) - [Brain Dead Bigots Prefer to Remain Ignorant About the Catastrophic Civil War](http://ringoffireradio.com/2015/08/brain-dead-bigots-prefer-to-remain-ignorant-about-the-catastrophic-civil/) (ringoffireradio.com) - [Prices for Historic Houses Near Civil War Battle Sites are Rising Faster Than the National Average](http://stateofglobe.com/2015/07/25/prices-for-historic-houses-near-civil-war-battle-sites-are-rising-faster-than-the-national-average/) (stateofglobe.com) - [“Was the Civil War fought over slavery?”: Here’s the video to show idiots who think the answer is “No”](http://www.salon.com/2015/08/11/was_the_civil_war_fought_over_slavery_heres_the_video_to_show_idiots_who_think_the_answer_is_no/) (salon.com) - [Cheryl Jackson Baker shared her family Civil War history in her new book, ‘Affectionately Yours’](http://wtvr.com/2015/08/05/cheryl-jackson-baker-shared-her-family-civil-war-history-in-her-new-book-affectionately-yours/) (wtvr.com) - [Maine and the Civil War](https://bangordailynews.com/community/maine-and-the-civil-war/) (bangordailynews.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgettysburg%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Vacation%20On%20a%20Field%20of%20War) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/gettysburg/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/gettysburg/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/gettysburg/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/gettysburg/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Vacation%20On%20a%20Field%20of%20War&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgettysburg%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Family **Tags:** Seminary Ridge, vacation, Cemetery Ridge, civil war, gettysburg, Little Round Top, Pennsylvania, pictures, Reynolds Woods --- ### [Book Review: The Children of Darkness](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-children-of-darkness/) **Published:** June 26, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Book Review](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/The-Children-of-Darkness-Cover-683x1024.jpg?resize=640%2C960&ssl=1)]() We are a slave to those who teach us, unless we teach ourselves. Great mysteries remain that way when knowledge is hidden away. Controlling information is an easy way to keep people in line and under your thumb. When the teenagers of Little Pond learn the truth about the world they live in and the lies being told them by the Vicars, they know that they have to do something about it, but will the people who have kept in the dark for so long ignore what they have been taught when their world is turned upside down? Nathaniel, Orah and Thomas must decide whether to follow the safer path or risk everything to set the people free. THE GOOD This is a clever take on the post-apocalyptic genre with a healthy does of social commentary subtly blended into the story. If you’re not in the mood to think of the story of the Vicars as a parable for the control of information, that is fine. The story is excellent in its own right and is a fast paced read that keeps the reader flipping through the pages to find out what happens next. Its is a fun read with a serious message, and for that reason alone it is worth picking up a copy. THE BAD The fast pace sometimes leads to shortcuts in the storytelling. There are times when some detail is missing and the reader is left to wonder or assume, which can be okay on occasion, but in this case it feels like the author was willfully leaving out the details so that the story could be moved along. This is not a major problem, but it occasionally leaves the reader scratching his head. THE TAKEAWAY This is a great little read with a fast pace, perfect for a summer time read by the pool or in the hammock. There is a positive message in this book that young adults and adults will enjoy. I would definitely recommend picking up a copy of The Children of the Dark, because I’m sure the next book in the series will be even better. It’s finally here! C*hildren of Darkness* – Book One in *The Seekers Series* is available NOW. Check it out on Amazon.com. FREE for Kindle Unlimited subscribers. [GET YOUR COPY](http://smarturl.it/Seekers1) > “A must-read page turner.”[ Kirkus Review](https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/david-litwack/there-comes-a-prophet/) ## About the Book: [![The Children of Darkness - Cover](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/the-children-of-darkness-cover-200x3001.jpg?resize=200%2C300)](http://smarturl.it/Seekers1)***The Children of Darkness*** *The Children of Darkness* is about a society devoid of technology, the result of an overreaction to a distant past where progress had overtaken humanity and led to social collapse. The solution—an enforced return to a simpler time. But *Children* is also a coming of age story, a tale of three friends and their loyalty to each other as they struggle to confront a world gone awry. Each searches for the courage to fight the limits imposed by their leaders, along the way discovering their unique talents and purpose in life. > “If the whole world falls into a Dark Age, which it could plausibly do, who could bring us out of it? According to David Litwack in *The Children of Darkness*, the only answer is us, now, somehow reaching into the future.” – Kaben Nanlohy for On Starships And Dragonwings Publication Date: June 22, 2015 from Evolved Publishing Purchase Link: [FREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITED](http://smarturl.it/Seekers1)Goodreads: **Book Description** *The Children of Darkness*, book one of the dystopian trilogy, *The Seekers* “But what are we without dreams?” A thousand years ago the Darkness came–a time of violence and social collapse when technology ran rampant. But the vicars of the Temple of Light brought peace, ushering in an era of blessed simplicity. For ten centuries they have kept the madness at bay with “temple magic,” eliminating forever the rush of progress that nearly caused the destruction of everything. Childhood friends, Orah and Nathaniel, have always lived in the tiny village of Little Pond, longing for more from life but unwilling to challenge the rigid status quo. When their friend Thomas returns from the Temple after his “teaching”—the secret coming-of-age ritual that binds the young to the Light—they barely recognize the broken and brooding man the boy has become. Then when Orah is summoned as well, Nathaniel follows in a foolhardy attempt to save her. In the prisons of Temple City, they discover a terrible secret that launches the three on a journey to find the forbidden keep, placing their lives in jeopardy. For hidden in the keep awaits a truth from the past that threatens the foundation of the Temple. If they reveal that truth, they might release the long-suppressed potential of their people, but they would also incur the Temple’s wrath as it is written: “If there comes among you a dreamer of dreams saying ‘Let us return to the darkness,’ you shall stone him, because he has sought to thrust you away from the light.” > “A fresh perspective on our own society…\[an\] enjoyable read that will make you wonder just how society will judge us in the future.” [Lexie](http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/667010867) [![2](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/2.png?resize=500%2C500)Get Your Copy Now!](http://smarturl.it/Seekers1) ## **About the Author:** ![David Front Page](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/david-front-page-150x1501.jpg?resize=150%2C150)The urge to write first struck when working on a newsletter at a youth encampment in the woods of northern Maine. It may have been the night when lightning flashed at sunset followed by northern lights rippling after dark. Or maybe it was the newsletter’s editor, a girl with eyes the color of the ocean. But he was inspired to write about the blurry line between reality and the fantastic. Using two fingers and lots of white-out, he religiously typed five pages a day throughout college and well into his twenties. Then life intervened. He paused to raise two sons and pursue a career, in the process becoming a well-known entrepreneur in the software industry, founding several successful companies. When he found time again to daydream, the urge to write returned. After publishing two award winning novels, *Along the Watchtower* and *The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky*, he’s hard at work on the dystopian trilogy, *The Seekers*. David and his wife split their time between Cape Cod, Florida and anywhere else that catches their fancy. He no longer limits himself to five pages a day and is thankful every keystroke for the invention of the word processor. *Website:* [www.davidlitwack.com](http://www.davidlitwack.com/)*Facebook:* [David Litwack – Author](http://www.facebook.com/david.litwack.author)Twitter: @DavidLitwack ## Giveaway [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e2e7719281/) [//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js](//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js) **More Reviews!** “Litwack’s storytelling painted a world of both light and darkness–and the truth that would mix the two.” [Fiction Fervor](http://fictionfervor.wordpress.com/2012/12/07/blog-tour-review-giveaway-there-comes-a-prophet-by-david-litwack/) “*The Children of Darkness* is a dystopian novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.” [C.P. Bialois ](http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/679810050) “This is a satisfying exploration of three teens’ journey into the unknown, and the struggles faced by all who seek true emancipation – both for themselves, and for the people they love.” [Suzy Wilson](http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/668113617) “Litwack’s writing is fresh, and Nathaniel, Orah and Thomas come to life in your imagination as you frantically flip (or click) the pages of this book.” [Anna Tan](http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/672170125) “…many profound themes, lovely characterizations and relationships” [R. Campbell](http://www.amazon.com/review/R389MNQE62XRAB/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=1771150149&linkCode=&nodeID=&tag=) “I was enthralled and intrigued by the authors creation of this society… David Litwack has an enjoyable and captivating writing style.” [Jill Marie](http://www.amazon.com/review/R3GLQ5IDTCW504/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B008RCQE1C&linkCode=&nodeID=&tag=) “…a perfect story for young adult readers, but its underlying theme and character development will keep any adult engaged.” [Kathleen Sullivan](http://www.amazon.com/review/R1TRGSEQOLRLL5/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B008RCQE1C&linkCode=&nodeID=&tag=) ###### Related articles - [SoftBank’s super-cute robot Pepper on sale in Japan](http://www.geekwire.com/2015/softbanks-super-cute-robot-pepper-on-sale-in-japan/) (geekwire.com) - [4 Must-Read Books by AAUW Fellows](http://www.aauw.org/2015/06/03/4-must-reads/) (aauw.org) - [Giveaway: Lois Lane: Fallout by Gwenda Bond (US Only)](http://www.yabookscentral.com/blog/giveaway-lois-lane-fallout-by-gwenda-bond-us-only) (yabookscentral.com) - [The Dead Assassin (The Paranormal Casebooks of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle) by Vaughn Entwistle](http://steampunkjournal.org/2015/05/29/the-dead-assassin-the-paranormal-casebooks-of-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-by-vaughn-entwistle/) (steampunkjournal.org) - [Guest Review: Losing Faith](http://www.bookingmama.net/2015/06/guest-review-losing-faith.html) (bookingmama.net) - [Illinois Author Releases New Suspenseful Mystery – The Colossus](http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1245729?ref=feeds%2Flatest) (ireport.cnn.com) - [New Indie Book Release: Corr Syl the Warrior (Garry Rogers)](http://www.indieauthornews.com/2013/07/new-indie-book-release-corr-syl-the-warrior-garry-rogers.html) (indieauthornews.com) - [Autumnal links](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2013/09/autumnal-links/) (howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com) - [Do the Work, and Follow Your Dreams](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2013/02/do-the-work-and-follow-your-dreams/) (howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-children-of-darkness%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F06%2FThe-Children-of-Darkness-Cover-683x1024.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Children%20of%20Darkness) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-children-of-darkness/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-children-of-darkness/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-children-of-darkness/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-the-children-of-darkness/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20The%20Children%20of%20Darkness&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-the-children-of-darkness%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** Vicar, author, book review, darkness, David Litwack, dreams, Light, Post-Apocalyptic, Religion, Technology. Truth --- ### [Beyond the Darkside, 29-12 to 13](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13/) **Published:** April 24, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![rhythm](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/350px-2006-01-28_drop-impact_backjet.jpg?resize=350%2C263 "English: backjet of a drop of water after impa...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:2006-01-28_drop-impact_backjet.jpg)English: backjet of a drop of water after impact on a water-surface. Français : rejet issu de l’impact d’une goutte sur la surface de l’eau. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Once he was satisfied, Aldric shut off the water and stood in the stall, watching the droplets of water fall from his hair and skin to the floor below. The chaotic rhythm of their impacts on the ceramic made him smile. “Perfectly imperfect,” he said. The longer he watched the droplets the more he suspected the pattern was anything but random. The voices that hid at the back of his mind whispered impossible formulas and forbidden lore not meant for human understanding, but he was no longer truly human was he? With each passing second an answer began to form in the eldritch rhythm of falling water, but the moment the secret was to be revealed the water stopped and he was left with maddening silence. He screamed and punched the wall. The steel buckled beneath the blow, but it barely registered in Aldric’s mind. He pulled back and looked at his hand. The skin was red, but unbroken. There were no shattered bones, no blood, and no pain. Aldric uncurled his fingers and flipped his hand over. He was not a religious man, so he stopped well short of calling it a miracle, but there was no other word that properly conveyed his thoughts on what happened. ###### Related articles - [Still thinking about rhythms](http://beecreative.typepad.com/bee_creative/2015/04/still-thinking-about-rhythms.html) (beecreative.typepad.com) - [The next Rhythm Heaven has a story mode, woodcutting cat](http://www.destructoid.com/the-next-rhythm-heaven-has-a-story-mode-woodcutting-cat-290662.phtml) (destructoid.com) - [efficace:publi – \[Publications\]](http://repmus.ircam.fr/efficace/publi?rev=1429050278&do=diff) (repmus.ircam.fr) - [What Rhythm in your Handwriting says about your emotional state](http://graphology-world.com/what-rhythm-in-your-handwriting-says-about-your-emotional-state/) (graphology-world.com) - [The Science Behind The Secret Productive Powers Of The Color Blue](http://www.fastcompany.com/3045244/work-smart/the-science-behind-the-secret-productive-powers-of-the-color-blue) (fastcompany.com) - [How to do strategic planning the right way](http://www.smartbrief.com/04/17/15/how-do-strategic-planning-right-way) (smartbrief.com) - [Counting Bodies Like Sheep To The Rhythm Of The War Drums](http://www.theburningplatform.com/2015/04/09/counting-bodies-like-sheep-to-the-rhythm-of-the-war-drums/) (theburningplatform.com) - [\* Stuck in the Shallows](http://findyourmiddleground.com/2015/04/14/stuck-in-the-shallows/) (findyourmiddleground.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbeyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2015%2F04%2F350px-2006-01-28_drop-impact_backjet.jpg&description=Beyond%20the%20Darkside%2C%2029-12%20to%2013) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/beyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Beyond%20the%20Darkside%2C%2029-12%20to%2013&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbeyond-the-darkside-29-12-to-13%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** 100-Word Challenge, Aldric, Fiction, madness, miracle. voices, Rhythm, Science fiction, shower, Writing --- ### [Alyson Miers: What Is So Special About Vampires?](https://mywriterscramp.com/alyson-miers/) **Published:** April 3, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** # ![Alyson Miers](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/header.png?resize=640%2C184) ## [![Alyson Miers](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/frontcover_amiers_suicidemortals-200x300.png?resize=200%2C300)](http://smarturl.it/Mortals)“A vampire, a fairy and a ghost all climb into an ambulance…” If life is a funny thing, death has a wicked sense of humor. President Miranda Hutchinson orchestrated the dissolution of the magical colony of Rezarta following its attempted secession, and three years after her death, no one has any idea that a ghost remains. Journalist Scanlon Ness exposed the relationship between vampires and organized crime, but he can’t protect himself from joining the ranks of the thirsty dead. The most perceptive eyes and ears of her generation belong to artist Meliana Lucas, but it is to her surprise when she sees the spirit of a woman who died but did not depart. Humanity’s answer to the incompletely dead has long been to shun vampires and ignore ghosts. Miranda needs to be heard, and Meliana won’t let the barrier between living and haunting stand in her way. There are some who don’t want Miranda to regain her voice, and for someone like Meliana, the friendship of a ghost is no protection. The paths of artist, ghost and newborn vampire will come crashing together, and they are not prepared for how the dust will clear. Get your copy now on [![EP_Sales_Button_Amazon](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/ep_sales_button_amazon-300x75.jpg?resize=150%2C38)](http://smarturl.it/Mortals) FREE with Kindle Unlimited! ## Enter Giveaway at the end of this post for theses Prizes! $25 Amazon Gift CardCamera necklace with LED light and shutter soundUnicorn Journal Notebook Diary Sketch Book![Amazon-Gift-Card](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/amazon-gift-card-300x171.png?resize=246%2C140)![il_570xN.383556172_445v](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/il_570xn-383556172_445v-300x246.jpg?resize=200%2C164)![il_570xN.329696440](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/il_570xn-329696440-300x278.jpg?resize=200%2C185)## Guest Blog Guest post by Alyson Miers What is so special about vampires? It used to be that blood-sucking creatures of the night were vicious, predatory (albeit seductive) objects of fear, nothing more. In recent decades, they’ve become more complex. We used to be afraid of vampires, and werewolves, and now everyone wants to date them. Buffy the Vampire Slayer raised us to understand that vampires and demons could be friends to mortals, instead of foes, if they were so determined. While I have not read the Twilight series, I can understand Meyer’s interest in the pathos of vampires and werewolves. These are concepts of dangerous magical creatures who used to be human and now have little choice but to prey on humans. My new novel includes vampires but not werewolves. There are various reasons for the omission, which may include that vampires’ condition affects them the same way all month long, and that they pass for human as long as they’re not eating. An important difference between werewolves and vampires is that for the latter, attacking humans is not merely about aggression and compulsion, but about survival. Blood is their food, and what happens when a vampire starves? This is one of the questions that arise in Suicide is for Mortals. What remains of the people they used to be, and how do they feel about killing and eating people? How were they turned? There is space in the concepts for people to ask to become predatory creatures, but most of the ones we read about were turned against their will. Do they have any agency in the transition from victim of magical assault to nocturnal predator? Do they have little choice in preying on mortal humans like they used to be, or no choice at all? If there is a choice in the matter, how do they figure that out, and how do they exercise what little control they have? Has a vampire ever tried to kill himself, and if so, what was the result? Even if he does everything right after joining the undead, how happy can he ever be? How do the undead get along with each other? How does the pursuit of pleasure change for those who can’t go out in daylight? What does love mean to those who feed on the blood of people who could have been their neighbors, friends and family? These are the questions we ask when we write stories about vampires who aren’t villains, or even those who are villains but still have their own stories to tell. These are the paths we want to walk when we read these stories. The struggle over these changes surely leads many of the predatory undead to brood and rage against the loss of their humanity, even as the transition makes them more powerful than they could ever have been as mortals. We love the idea of that brooding, tortured soul lurking in our graveyards and dark alleys, don’t we? We’d love to be there to comfort him, and for the most part we don’t want to join him. We’re confident that the gorgeous undead predator would never hut us, tempting thought it may be to sink his fangs into our necks. My vamps looked over my list of talking points for their condition and told me to pull up a comfy chair and get out some paper and pen, because I had a lot to learn from them. My bewildered newborn Scanlon, his cynical pack leader Andra, and our hardened predator Patrick love to turn my ideas upside down and shake them to see what falls out of their pockets. Nevertheless, they appreciate my willingness to listen to them, and they will be glad to meet you. Patrick will never say so, but Scanlon will be pleased to make your acquaintance. Of course, my vamps do not hold this novel’s attention undivided in coping with the trials of immortality. The world of After Rezarta also bears ghosts. In the hierarchy of the living and undead, mocking and taunting ghosts is the only thing that lets vampires forget about their condition. Our ghost, Miranda, has a complicated history with the magical community, which makes it all the sweeter for the vamps to find out she’s a “spook.” I’m not pleased with the way they treat her, but she dealt with much worse in her lifetime. One might think the undead and the spectral would be prepared to band together, but they have in common that they used to be human, and we humans know how gifted we are at exacerbating our divisions and undermining our common interests. Innocent people may well die if those vamps cannot deign to listen to their hated ghost. I will simply have to trust my vamps to do the right thing. ## Give Away! [a Rafflecopter giveaway](http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e2e7719276/) ###### Related articles - [Shelf Porn in the Mighty Marvel Manner](http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2015/03/shelf-porn-in-the-mighty-marvel-manner/) (robot6.comicbookresources.com) - [Every Argument About Buffy On The Internet, From 1998 Until Now](http://the-toast.net/2015/03/24/every-argument-about-buffy-on-the-internet-from-1998-until-now/) (the-toast.net) - [Fairy Gardens fit for Fairies, Hobbits, Gnomes, and Borrower’s](http://babytoboomer.com/2015/03/17/fairy-gardens-fit-for-fairies-hobbits-gnomes-and-borrowers/) (babytoboomer.com) - [How to Make a Fairy Door](http://innerchildfun.com/2015/03/how-to-make-a-fairy-door.html) (innerchildfun.com) - [Fairies in Literature and Legend ~ Fairy Plays & Poems](http://lucyecooper.com/2015/03/22/fairies-in-literature-and-legend-fairy-plays-poems/) (lucyecooper.com) - [Fairy Kingdom](http://gadgetpedia.net/40694/fairy-kingdom/) (gadgetpedia.net) - [Let’s Stop Living In Fairy Land: “It Is Training To Condition The Public To Accept Military On The Streets”](https://talesfromthelou.wordpress.com/2015/03/25/lets-stop-living-in-fairy-land-it-is-training-to-condition-the-public-to-accept-military-on-the-streets/) (talesfromthelou.wordpress.com) - [Top Ten Favorite Fairy Tail Male Characters](http://www.thetoptens.com/favorite-fairy-tail-male-characters/) (thetoptens.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Falyson-miers%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2015%2F03%2Fheader.png&description=Alyson%20Miers%3A%20What%20Is%20So%20Special%20About%20Vampires%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/alyson-miers/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/alyson-miers/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/alyson-miers/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/alyson-miers/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Alyson%20Miers%3A%20What%20Is%20So%20Special%20About%20Vampires%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Falyson-miers%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing **Tags:** Fairy, fantasy, ghost, Guest Post, supernatural, Vampire --- ### [Eric, Where Are You?](https://mywriterscramp.com/eric-where-are-you/) **Published:** January 27, 2015 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** It has been quite some time since I have posted a blog entry, almost four weeks to be exact, and it has been quite some time since I’ve had this long of a break, so I thought I would give you a little update as to why I’ve been so silent as of late. The week before Christmas I was suffering with a little pain in my left ankle. I figured I had sprained it or pulled something there in the back, so I adopted a limp and didn’t think too much about it. On January 2nd, my wife and daughter left North Carolina to go to Arizona where they would see my mother-in-law (more on that in a minute). That night I sat and watched some movies with my boys, played some Warhammer 40K: Armageddon, and went to bed. When I took my shoe off it hurt pretty badly. I expected that because I had gimped my way around the Charlotte airport for an hour and a half and I was a bit sore. When I looked at my foot it was swollen. Now I don’t mean it was a little puffy, I mean it was alien looking. The next morning I went to urgent care. [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/wpid-0104150900a.jpg?w=2000&fit=640%2C800 "wpid-0104150900a.jpg")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/wpid-0104150900a.jpg) The doctor took some x-rays and asked me a bunch of questions while waiting for them to develop. Based on the questions she and the nurse were asking, I’m pretty sure they thought I had a bad case of gout. Oh how I wish that were the case. When the doctor came back after looking at the X-Rays she said I had a huge calcium deposit on my Achilles Tendon, the biggest she had ever seen. They slapped me in an air-cast, gave me a set of crutches, and a prescription for Oxycodone. [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/wpid-my_gallery_tmp.jpg?w=2000&fit=640%2C450 "wpid-my_gallery_tmp.jpg")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/wpid-my_gallery_tmp.jpg) The medication did not help, my foot remained swollen and I was dealing with the most physical pain I have ever suffered through. Thankfully my boys were able to help me out around the house, but I still had to work and I had a huge project to work on, so I could not let the crutches slow me down. After a week and some more medication, the swelling started to go down and now I can walk on my air-cast without the crutches. There is still a little swelling and there is plenty of pain when I overdo it or try to walk without the boot, but I am definitely on the road to recovery. Now why was my wife in Arizona without me? Well my mother-in-law was diagnosed in November with stage five cancer. The cancer is so pervasive at this point that they are not even sure of its point of origin. My wife went down with my daughter for a visit and to say goodbye. We are not in a position to go to Arizona constantly or for my wife to take off work for the duration. The timing of the visit was excellent and my wife was able to get Phyllis situated in a group home with the help of hospice. My wife has to bear the brunt of the work in taking care of her dying mother from across the country, so all I can do is hold her tight and try to take care of more here on the home front. My wife is a saint. She has spent countless hours on the phone arranging transportation, radiation appointments, and talking to her mother, who is confused, scared, and in pain. I only hope that if I am ever put to the test that I’ll prove to be as strong as her. The third piece in this carnival of misery has to do with our pending purchase of a new home. Last month we put some money down on a home because we were told by the lender that we would qualify for USDA financing. Every step along the way has been delays, questions and paperwork to the point where our financing is in question. I’m confident that everything will work out, but this has been a torturous process. I spend more time scanning and emailing documents than I do just about anything else. As you can see, my life has been a bit full as of late. Honestly, the pain from my Achilles tendon has been the most devastating to my writing. I didn’t think it would be an impediment to my writing, but it is insufferably hard to concentrate with so much discomfort. I’ve had a hard time getting used to it. ###### Related articles - [Beware of Tendinosis](http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/fitness/beware-of-tendinosis/article6753927.ece) (thehindu.com) - [What Games Are People Playing? The Orr Group Shows off Roll20 Stats](http://technabob.com/blog/2015/01/09/what-games-are-people-playing-the-orr-group-shows-off-roll20-stats/) (technabob.com) - [Watch the Chaos Lord come to life!](http://www.geeknative.com/50771/watch-chaos-lord-come-life/) (geeknative.com) - [New Warhammer 40K RTS announced: ‘Battlefleet Gothic: Armada’ by Owen S. 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I’m not going to get into the weirdness that Tumblr is or how the place leaves me feeling conflicted over political and social issues, but I will say that I’ve been enjoying a number of science fiction and fantasy pictures that have left me feeling a little inspired. At least I’m going to call it inspiration, because to say they left me feeling desirous sounds a little creepy and somewhat inappropriate for this blog. Epic shots of mammoth space ships have left me wanting to write science fiction in a bad way. But it would not be enough to write science fiction by itself, no, there must be an epic space battle included or my desire to write epic science fiction will be left unresolved. I’m sure my repeated watching of the new [Star Wars](http://www.starwars.com/ "Star Wars") trailer has influenced this urge in me, but I have always loved the idea of [capital ships](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capital_ship "Capital ship") slugging it out in the void of space. I can only think of a handful of books that I have read where such battles are described, and there are some movies out there, but all so often the space battle is given short shrift as the action focuses on the characters involved. As much as I want to write that perfect scene of mammoth starships striking each other with blinding streams of solid light and missiles designed to lay way to planets while hordes of starfighters zip between the ships like clouds of violence made manifest, now is not the time. Alas, I have some [urban fantasy](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_fantasy "Urban fantasy") to finish and I know that straying too far from the series I am working on will only drive me crazy. I know it sounds a little weird for a guy who routinely juggles too many writing projects all at once, but I’ve started to get a little OCD with my writing. I tried to do something else for [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo"), but I couldn’t make myself focus on another story no matter how much I wanted to. In the meantime, I’ll have to settle for talking about epic space combat. So tell me, what are your favorite books and movies for scenes of ship to ship combat? What made them special in your mind? ###### Related articles - [Capital Spaceship Combat: Fractured Space](http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2014/11/21/fractured-space-capital-ships/) (rockpapershotgun.com) - [If you like spaceships, Fractured Space could be your jam](http://www.destructoid.com/if-you-like-spaceships-fractured-space-could-be-your-jam-283916.phtml) (destructoid.com) - [Adventures From The Couch: 3 Types Of Books To Take You On A Journey In Your Living Room](http://www.ltdcommodities.com/common/general_content_no_nav.jsp?contentAreaName=Adventures-From-The-Couch-3-Types-Of-Books-To-Take-You-On-A-Journey-In-Your-Living-Room) (ltdcommodities.com) - [Space Dump](http://punditfromanotherplanet.com/2014/11/27/space-dump/) (punditfromanotherplanet.com) - [A Year in Reading: Isaac Fitzgerald](http://www.themillions.com/2014/12/a-year-in-reading-isaac-fitzgerald.html) (themillions.com) - [Last Week on Massively: A new take on playing internet spaceships](http://wow.joystiq.com/2014/12/01/last-week-on-massively-a-new-take-on-playing-internet-spaceship/) (wow.joystiq.com) - [A brief history of DIY spaceflight](http://www.dailydot.com/geek/brief-history-amateur-space-flight/) (dailydot.com) - [Is Philae’s Comet Actually a Spaceship?!?…No, It’s Just a Comet](http://gizmodo.com/is-philaes-comet-actually-a-spaceship-no-its-just-1659360583) (gizmodo.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnot-going-epic%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F12%2Forion_battle_spaceship.jpg&description=Not%20Going%20Epic) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/not-going-epic/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/not-going-epic/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/not-going-epic/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/not-going-epic/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Not%20Going%20Epic&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnot-going-epic%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Science fiction **Tags:** Capital ship, epic, Sci-Fi, Science fiction, spaceship, Tumblr --- ### [Lessons Learned This Weekend](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-promotion-lessons-learned/) **Published:** November 25, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** It would be oh so easy to sit here and complain about it being Monday. My wife has the week off and our friend from Arizona is staying for the week. My little girl will be home all week with her momma and the boys only have a day and half of school this week. But am I bitter about having to go to work for three days? Yes. Yes, I am. [![Book Promotions](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1122141000a-300x225.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/1122141000a.jpg) I’m not going to focus my attention on all of that though. I’m going to focus in on the fact that on Saturday I spent the day at the Broad Street United Methodist Church’s Christmas Bazaar. I set up my table and waited for the customers to come rolling up. And waited. And waited. Sigh. Kathryn Reed, my friend and the organizer of the event, did her best to bring people to my table and always introduced me as, “Eric Swett, the famous author,” and some people stayed to talk, but most wandered away without making a purchase. After lunch time I was visited by someone who asked some questions and wandered off, but she came back and bought a copy of Apocalypse Rising. Sweet. A little while later I had a couple come by and ask a bunch of questions about the books and the series. They were going to buy Apocalypse Rising, but I offered up Apocalypse in the Balance at a discount and they jumped on it. Super Sweet. I used the same deal for a friend that came by and he bought both books as well. That was the end of the little selling spree I hit, but I was pleased. So what did I learn from this, my second public outing as an author? First, I learned that I need a button to clip to my shirt/jacket that says, “Yes, I am the author.” It was amazing to me how many times the first question out of anyone’s mouth was, “Did you write this?” or some variation on that theme. I would have thought it obvious, but I guess not. [![Book Promotion](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1122141000-300x225.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/1122141000.jpg) Second, I need to be better prepared before the day of the event. I had some great little signage that I created and some flyers with plenty of information, but I know it looked sloppy in the holders I bought that morning at Walmart (the sheets of paper were too big and I had to fold some edges). I also need a little book stand or something like that so that I can better display the books. Also, an easel and larger bit of signage would have been nice to grab attention. There was one other author at the Bazaar and she had a nice big foam core board picture of her book’s cover and I was completely envious. It seems like a small thing, but theses are investments I need to make for the future. Third, I’m a pretty good with people. I’m personable enough, but I suck at self promotion and I feel awkward talking about how awesome my books are. When the Bazaar started I felt mousy, hiding behind my tables and my fliers, waiting for people to stop in front of me long enough for me to say something. The further along the day went the more I was willing to reach out to the people walking by and engage them in conversation. I talked about my book, about what it was about, finding the points of interest that might get the book sold, and damn but it felt good. I’m a long way from perfecting my pitch or approach, but the more public events I participating, the better I will get. I struggle with self promotion and book promotion online for the same reasons I struggle in person. I suck at talking about myself or what I have done. If I can get better at it in person, maybe I can get better online as well. I know my books, especially the newest one, are good, and the only thing holding me back is me. I’m ready to make that next step, even if it is a small one. ###### Related articles - [FVP Book Sale – December 6th!](http://tommiastablet.wordpress.com/2014/11/19/fvp-book-sale-december-6th/) (tommiastablet.wordpress.com) - [The Gentlemen Radio Episode 114: Comic Book Movie Overload While Talking About a Comic Book TV Show](http://www.thebuzzmedia.com/the-gentlemen-radio-episode-114-comic-book-movie-overload-while-talking-about-a-comic-book-tv-show/) (thebuzzmedia.com) - [In praise of church bazaars: No unhappy people there](http://scienceandstory.wordpress.com/2014/11/21/in-praise-of-church-bazaars-no-unhappy-people-there/) (scienceandstory.wordpress.com) - [Holiday bazaar benefits Zawadisha Fund](http://www.laketahoenews.net/2014/11/holiday-bazaar-benefits-zawadisha-fund/) (laketahoenews.net) - [Businessperson of the Year: Michael Bidwill presides over high-flying Cardinals empire](http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/blog/business/2014/11/businessperson-of-the-year-michael-bidwill.html) (bizjournals.com) - [PennilessAuthors.com Helps Indie And Self-Published Authors Find Valuable Book Marketing Resources](http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1187891?ref=feeds%2Flatest) (ireport.cnn.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-promotion-lessons-learned%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F11%2F1122141000a-300x225.jpg&description=Lessons%20Learned%20This%20Weekend) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-promotion-lessons-learned/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-promotion-lessons-learned/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-promotion-lessons-learned/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-promotion-lessons-learned/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Lessons%20Learned%20This%20Weekend&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-promotion-lessons-learned%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** author, Book Promotion, Public Events, Self Confidence --- ### [As Mid November Strikes...](https://mywriterscramp.com/mid-november-strikes/) **Published:** November 16, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Zemanta Related Posts Thumbnail](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/2011-02-25_12-26-45_289-300x168.jpg?resize=300%2C168&ssl=1)](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg?ssl=1) Once again I find myself in that dubious position of looking at the calendar and admitting that I will not be finishing NaNoWriMo this year. To be honest, I am okay with that. I love the idea of National Novel Writing Month, but I don’t need it the way I once did. The idea of NaNoWriMo is to force the budding author to set aside distraction, editing, and all other forms of excuses that keep a novel from being written, so that they can finally get those words onto the screen. I do that anyway. This year I intended to take a break from working on my novella in order to participate. I could spend the time working on the second part of my epic sci-fi piece so that I would have it that much closer to ready when I finish my Armageddon Angels series. I sat down and tried to focus in on the first book, but I just could not get into the groove. There were so many errors and inconsistencies that I wanted to edit, fix and rewrite the whole mess, not jot down notes before starting the timeline for the next book. Strike One. When the end of October started closing in I found that I was ill prepared for the November kickoff. No outline, no real concept of where to go with the story, and almost no motivation to focus my little time and effort on the project. Add to that the fact that I was running a blog tour for Apocalypse in the Balance and I was well past the point of being prepared to fight through NaNoWriMo. Make no mistake, it is a brutal fight for the writer, and poor training and preparation leaves you doomed to failure. Strike Two. November kicked off and I decided that I would work on some of my Armageddon Angel stuff, which I already had prepared, and just not count the material written before November. I sat down on November first, stared at my monitor, place my fingers upon the keyboard, and said, “Fuck it.” Strike Three I didn’t want to do it. I didn’t want to set aside my normal writing process in favor of smashing out a half done ball of crap, because lets be honest here, that is exactly what NaNoWriMo churns out. Crap. Fifty-thousand words worth of crap. There is nothing wrong with doing NaNoWriMo, but if you do nothing with the results, such as copious amounts of editing and rewriting, then all you are left with is a stinking pile of garbage that no one will want to read. I have plenty of writer friends that participate in this fall ritual, but they don’t publish what they write until they have spent countless hours rewriting and editing the results. More power to them. There is a part of me that wishes I could do it, but I just can’t write that way. My first draft is anything but perfect, but I have found that I cannot just spew words onto the screen and hope to come back to it later. I have a hard time getting past all of the errors I make when I am taking my time writing a story, and rereading the one successful NaNoWriMo novel I finished I can only look back in utter horror. Some day I will revisit it, clean it up and edit it, but I’m not going to add to the mess by throwing more NaNoWriMo crap at it. To those of you that are still fighting your way through NaNoWriMo, let me just say, “Keep it up. Press on. It is worth it. When you are done you will look back at what you have written and feel a sense of accomplishment that is completely deserved.” I mean every word of that. Just because it doesn’t work for me doesn’t mean it doesn’t work for someone else or that it is not worth doing. Of course, I am also going to say, once it is done, “Set it aside. That book you just created needs a chance to simmer for a bit. No, go forth and edit it. Be merciless. Ask friends for help. Don’t be afraid to add an additional chapter or nine. It will still be your NaNoWriMo book and you can even claim it as such in the forward of your book, but for God’s sake, do not send that thing to an editor in December. Maybe next October would be a better month to send it in. Seriously. If you so much as hit send on that e-mail or put a stamp on that manuscript envelope, I will hunt you down and beat you with a stick.” ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmid-november-strikes%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2011%2F02%2F2011-02-25_12-26-45_289-300x168.jpg&description=As%20Mid%20November%20Strikes...) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/mid-november-strikes/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/mid-november-strikes/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/mid-november-strikes/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/mid-november-strikes/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20As%20Mid%20November%20Strikes...&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmid-november-strikes%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** editing, NaNoWriMo, National Novel Writing Month, novel, November, publishing --- ### [Day Eleven of the Blog Tour](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eleven-blog-tour/) **Published:** November 7, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Blog Tour](//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e9/Apocalyptic_Woman_%28J%C3%A1uregui%29.jpg/350px-Apocalyptic_Woman_%28J%C3%A1uregui%29.jpg "English: The Apocalyptic Woman from the Book o...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Apocalyptic_Woman_%28J%C3%A1uregui%29.jpg)English: The Apocalyptic Woman from the Book of Revelation, illustration from the Vestigatio arcani sensus in Apocalypsi (1614) of Luis del Alcázar. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Man how I love to see those good reviews. Three days in a row on the blog tour saw three great reviews in a row. I’m feeling so pumped about those reviews that I cannot wait to get the next couple of books written, but for now we have to wait and stop at our next guest post hosted by **[Rachel Bostwick](http://rlwicke.com/2014/11/eric-swett-apocalypse-in-the-balance/)**. In today’s post I talk about the first rough draft novel I ever finished called Alone. More specifically we talk about what I like in the [post-apocalyptic](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apocalyptic_and_post-apocalyptic_fiction "Apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic fiction") genre and what my future plans for that story are. Give it a read and make sure you check out the rafflecopter giveaway. ###### Related articles - [Conference Wrap Up](http://floridawriters.wordpress.com/2014/11/02/10000/) (floridawriters.wordpress.com) - [The Brewer’s Tale by William Bostwick](http://pagesofjulia.com/2014/10/22/the-brewers-tale-by-william-bostwick/) (pagesofjulia.com) - [5 reasons why homeschool kids will survive the Zombie Apocalypse](https://www.setonmagazine.com/homeschool/general-homeschooling/5-reasons-homeschool-kids-will-survive-zombie-apocalypse) (setonmagazine.com) - [How to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse](http://madmikesamerica.com/2014/10/how-to-survive-the-zombie-apocalypse/) (madmikesamerica.com) - [RPG Review – Races of Obsidian Apocalypse: Flesh and Iron](http://www.gmsmagazine.com/role_playing_game/rpg-review-races-of-obsidian-apocalypse-flesh-and-iron) (gmsmagazine.com) - [Age of Apocalypse returns to Marvel](http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/comics/news/a606153/age-of-apocalypse-returns-to-marvel.html?rss) (digitalspy.co.uk) - [Nerd Favorite Nathan Fillion Has Plans For The Zombie Apocalypse](http://kotaku.com/nerd-favorite-nathan-fillion-has-plans-for-the-zombie-a-1654428823) (kotaku.com) - [Science fiction inspired by the apocalypse End of the world…](http://cmoneyspinner.tumblr.com/post/100692954906/science-fiction-inspired-by-the-apocalypse-end-of) (cmoneyspinner.tumblr.com) - [Wait out the apocalypse in zombie-proof log cabin](http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2014/10/wait-out-the-apocalypse-in-zombie-proof-log-cabin/) (robot6.comicbookresources.com) - [The 10 Types of Fictional Apocalypses (And What They Mean)](http://io9.com/10-types-of-fictional-apocalypses-and-what-they-mean-1643403076) (io9.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fday-eleven-blog-tour%2F&media=%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fthumb%2Fe%2Fe9%2FApocalyptic_Woman_%2528J%25C3%25A1uregui%2529.jpg%2F350px-Apocalyptic_Woman_%2528J%25C3%25A1uregui%2529.jpg&description=Day%20Eleven%20of%20the%20Blog%20Tour) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eleven-blog-tour/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eleven-blog-tour/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eleven-blog-tour/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/day-eleven-blog-tour/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Day%20Eleven%20of%20the%20Blog%20Tour&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fday-eleven-blog-tour%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** Post-Apocalyptic, urban fantasy, alone, Apocalypse, blog tour, Fiction, movies --- ### [Day Seven on the Blog Tour](https://mywriterscramp.com/week-seven-blog-tour/) **Published:** November 2, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Bam! It’s Sunday! Day Two of NaNoWriMo! National Exclamation Point Appreciation Day! Okay, I’m kidding about the last one, but it certainly should be. As awesome as all of the other reasons for loving today are, even more special is the fact that today is the seventh stop on the Apocalypse in the Balance Blog Tour. Make sure you stop and read the interview I did with author [Todd Maternowski](http://towersofdawn.com/What_News.html). Todd’s a great author who writes rough and gritty fantasy that you should definitely check out. ###### Related articles - [Blogtober Day Twelve: Getting Pumped for NaNoWriMo](http://revolutionaryeffect.wordpress.com/2014/10/12/blogtober-day-twelve-getting-pumped-for-nanowrimo/) (revolutionaryeffect.wordpress.com) - [Pumpkin Spice Coffee Writers](http://coffeeclatter.com/pumpkin-spice-coffee-writers/) (coffeeclatter.com) - [Resources from the Community: Tips From Three Writers](http://pilotfishblog.com/2014/10/24/resources-from-the-community-tips-from-three-writers/) (pilotfishblog.com) - [Book Review: Exmortus: Temples Diabolic](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-exmortus-temples-diabolic/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [If at Forty-ninth You Don’t Succeed, Try and Try Again](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/if-at-forty-ninth-you-dont-succeed-try-and-try-again/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [A Perfectly Fair Day](http://ptbertram.wordpress.com/2014/05/31/a-perfectly-fair-day/) (ptbertram.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fweek-seven-blog-tour%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Day%20Seven%20on%20the%20Blog%20Tour) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/week-seven-blog-tour/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/week-seven-blog-tour/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/week-seven-blog-tour/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/week-seven-blog-tour/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Day%20Seven%20on%20the%20Blog%20Tour&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fweek-seven-blog-tour%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** Todd Maternowski, urban fantasy, blog tour, exmortus, fantasy, Fiction, Interview --- ### [The Big Number Six](https://mywriterscramp.com/big-number-six/) **Published:** November 1, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** # The Day Six Blog Tour Stop! Happy November 1st! For the writers in the group let me also say, Happy [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo"). I haven’t started working on it yet this morning, but the day is young and I’ll be hitting it as soon as the normal Saturday morning insanity has passed in the Swett household. For today’s Apocalypse in the Balance Blog Tour stop we have a guest post hosted by Jamie White of [Culture Shock](http://jbcultureshock.wordpress.com/) fame. Seeing as motivation and inspiration can be hard to come by during [National Novel Writing Month](http://www.nanowrimo.org "National Novel Writing Month") I shared some of what inspires me to write. Check out the blog post and make sure to take part in the Rafflecopter Giveaway for a chance to win an autographed copy of my books. ###### Related articles - [The NaMos are Coming! The NaMos are Coming!](http://insidethewritermind.wordpress.com/2014/10/24/the-namos-are-coming-the-namos-are-coming/) (insidethewritermind.wordpress.com) - [Resources from the Community: Tips From Three Writers](http://pilotfishblog.com/2014/10/24/resources-from-the-community-tips-from-three-writers/) (pilotfishblog.com) - [NaNoWriMo Quote](http://lesimonis.wordpress.com/2014/10/09/nanowrimo-quote/) (lesimonis.wordpress.com) - [Complete NaNoWriMo 2014 With Time Management Tricks & Distraction-Free Apps](http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/complete-nanowrimo-2014-time-management-tricks-distraction-free-apps/) (makeuseof.com) - [It is not a Myth](http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1182081?ref=feeds%2Flatest) (ireport.cnn.com) - [James Spader Talks About Playing Avengers Villain Ultron](http://www.capesonfilm.com/2014/10/james-spader-talks-about-playing.html) (capesonfilm.com) - [James Spader laments dying legacy of classic films](http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/news/a601526/james-spader-laments-dying-legacy-of-classic-films.html?rss) (digitalspy.co.uk) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbig-number-six%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Big%20Number%20Six) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/big-number-six/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/big-number-six/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/big-number-six/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/big-number-six/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Big%20Number%20Six&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbig-number-six%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** blog tour, Fiction, National Novel Writing Month, urban fantasy --- ### [Blog Tour Day 5 Bonus!](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-day-5-bonus/) **Published:** October 31, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![English: An artist's visual representation of ...](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/350px-cthulhu_and_rlyeh.jpg?resize=350%2C476 "English: An artist's visual representation of ...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Cthulhu_and_R%27lyeh.jpg)English: An artist’s visual representation of the Elder God Cthulu. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)AJ Beamish is the man! Here you have it folks, the guest blog post I wrote for today’s Blog Tour stop can be found right HERE! Since it is [Halloween](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween "Halloween") and all, I figured a post on fear and how to build up to it in your writing might and it is just in time for Halloween night and the start of [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo"), Make sure you visit The Dead Console Society, read the post and enter the Rafflecopter Giveaway for a chance to win autographed copies of my books. Happy Halloween! ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo 2014?](http://sittinginspiltink.com/2014/10/16/nanowrimo-2014/) (sittinginspiltink.com) - [Fun Facts About Halloween](http://www.berries.com/blog/fun-facts-halloween) (berries.com) - [Achtung! 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Yesterday’s blogger had something come up and was not able to post the amazing blog post I wrote about using multiple sources of inspiration to fuel your writing. That’s okay though. Today Melina Turner is doing better and has posted the guest post [here](http://melseverything.wordpress.com/featured-authors-blog-posts/). The stop that was planned for today mat or may not happen. I was a little late in getting the guest post to AJ Beamish, so I don’t know if it will be up today or not. Since today is Halloween: ###### Related articles - [How to Decorate for Halloween: A Dark, Spooky Forest in the Living Room](http://ext.homedepot.com/community/blog/how-to-decorate-for-halloween-dark-spooky-forest/) (ext.homedepot.com) - [Halloween Party Essentials for Less!](http://blog.familydollar.com/halloween-party-essentials-for-less/) (familydollar.com) - [World is abstract… or is that art?](http://fairychamber.blogspot.com/2014/10/world-is-abstract-or-is-that-art.html) (fairychamber.blogspot.com) - [Tell Me Something Tuesday: #74 Halloween Traditions](http://www.rainydayramblings.com/rainydayramblings/2014/10/tell-me-something-tuesday-74-halloween-traditions.html) (rainydayramblings.com) - [Edible Halloween Witches Hats Cookies](http://formulamom.com/edible-halloween-witches-hats-cookies/) (formulamom.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-day-five%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Blog%20Tour%20Day%20Five%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-day-five/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-day-five/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-day-five/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-day-five/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blog%20Tour%20Day%20Five%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-day-five%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** blog tour, fantasy, Fiction, urban fantasy --- ### [Blog Tour Stop Number Three](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-stop-number-three/) **Published:** October 28, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Blog tour](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/350px-mpclemens-2964757672.jpg?resize=350%2C309 "The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to ...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Mpclemens-2964757672.jpg)The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to be portable. Long exposure lit by sweeping an LED flashlight over the scene. clickthing.blogspot.com/2008/10/tennish-anyone.html (Photo credit: Wikipedia)For today’s Apocalypse in the Balance Blog Tour Stop we have [AC Elliot](http://wp.me/p4RXZ6-dn "AC Elliot"). He’s an extremely talented writer and poet. He’s hosting a guest post I wrote about [National Novel Writing Month](http://www.nanowrimo.org "National Novel Writing Month") and some preparation ideas I used to successfully complete the grueling November challenge. It is getting a little close to kick-off day, but it is not too late to put yourself in a position to succeed and earn yourself that shiny badge to place on your web site. Make sure you stop by, give it a read and enter the rafflecopter giveaway for a chance to win autographed copies of my books. ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo 2014?](http://sittinginspiltink.com/2014/10/16/nanowrimo-2014/) (sittinginspiltink.com) - [NaNoWriMo Quote](http://lesimonis.wordpress.com/2014/10/09/nanowrimo-quote/) (lesimonis.wordpress.com) - [Complete NaNoWriMo 2014 With Time Management Tricks & Distraction-Free Apps](http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/complete-nanowrimo-2014-time-management-tricks-distraction-free-apps/) (makeuseof.com) - [Resources from the Community: Tips From Three Writers](http://pilotfishblog.com/2014/10/24/resources-from-the-community-tips-from-three-writers/) (pilotfishblog.com) - [Why I’m not Doing NaNoWriMo](http://storytellergirlgrace.wordpress.com/2014/10/15/why-im-not-doing-nanowrimo/) (storytellergirlgrace.wordpress.com) - [\#NaNoWriMo 2014](http://insidethewritermind.wordpress.com/2014/10/25/nanowrimo-2014/) (insidethewritermind.wordpress.com) - [Gearing up for NaNoWriMo](http://themasculinepen.wordpress.com/2014/10/21/gearing-up-for-nanowrimo/) (themasculinepen.wordpress.com) - [Contemplating NaNoWriMo | The Friday Article](http://roehill.net/2014/10/17/contemplating-nanowrimo-the-friday-article/) (roehill.net) - [\#Nanowrimo Why do you write?](http://lynncahoon.wordpress.com/2014/10/27/nanowrimo-why-do-you-write/) (lynncahoon.wordpress.com) - [Set a word count goal for the week](http://heidicogdill.wordpress.com/2014/10/20/set-a-word-count-goal-for-the-week/) (heidicogdill.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-stop-number-three%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F10%2F350px-mpclemens-2964757672.jpg&description=Blog%20Tour%20Stop%20Number%20Three) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-stop-number-three/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-stop-number-three/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-stop-number-three/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-stop-number-three/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blog%20Tour%20Stop%20Number%20Three&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-stop-number-three%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance **Tags:** urban fantasy, Word count, blog, Fiction, NaNoWriMo, National Novel Writing Month, November, Poetry Writing Advice --- ### [Blog Tour Update 2](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-update-2-2/) **Published:** October 27, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Arizona Cardinals logo](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/338px-arizona_cardinals_logo-svg.png?resize=338%2C200 "Arizona Cardinals logo")](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Arizona_Cardinals_logo.svg)Arizona Cardinals logo (Photo credit: Wikipedia)You might have noticed there was not a new post on the blog tour yesterday. There was a little snafu and I was busy spending time with my family rather than putting together a post on the fly. I might have put it together during the afternoon, but I was busy shredding vegetables and watching my Arizona Cardinals beat the Eagles. All in all it was a pretty spectacular day. The good news is that there is a great post on the tour today. [George Sirois](http://www.georgesirois.com/2014/10/next-stop-for-eric-swetts-blog-tour.html?m=1) interviewed me for the tour and posted it here. Give it a read and learn some more about me and my new book, Apocalypse in the Balance. ###### Related articles - [Review – Blaze Brothers Volume 1 TP (IDW Publishing)](http://bigcomicpage.com/2014/10/14/review-blaze-brothers-volume-1-tp-idw-publishing/) (bigcomicpage.com) - [The Reason You Make Unhealthy Choices](http://time.com/3430670/self-compassion-health/) (time.com) - [Your Book Blog Tour – Is It Worth It?](http://marthareynoldswrites.com/2014/10/11/your-book-blog-tour-is-it-worth-it/) (marthareynoldswrites.com) - [Virtual Blog Tour Revisited](http://vernetteoutloud.wordpress.com/2014/10/20/virtual-blog-tour-revisited/) (vernetteoutloud.wordpress.com) - [Call To Indie Authors!](http://laekanzeakemp.wordpress.com/2014/10/12/call-to-indie-authors/) (laekanzeakemp.wordpress.com) - [How to keep the buzz going after a blog tour](http://www.girl-who-reads.com/2014/10/how-to-keep-buzz-going-after-blog-tour.html) (girl-who-reads.com) - [Everyone gets an author blog!](http://theimportanceofbeingedited.wordpress.com/2014/10/13/everyone-gets-an-author-blog/) (theimportanceofbeingedited.wordpress.com) - [Meet My Character Blog Tour: Linda & Michael](http://euphonosbooks.com/2014/10/13/meet-my-character-blog-tour-linda-michael/) (euphonosbooks.com) - [Editor’s picks – offbeat](http://stories.gettyimages.com/editors-picks-offbeat/) (stories.gettyimages.com) - [New Interviews!!!](http://ashley-townsend.com/2014/10/23/new-interviews/) (ashley-townsend.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-update-2-2%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F10%2F338px-arizona_cardinals_logo-svg.png&description=Blog%20Tour%20Update%202) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-update-2-2/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-update-2-2/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-update-2-2/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-update-2-2/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blog%20Tour%20Update%202&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-update-2-2%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels, Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Arizona Cardinals, author, blog tour, Family, George Sirois, Interview --- ### [Finding the Fantastic in Fallen Places](https://mywriterscramp.com/finding-fantastic-fallen-places/) **Published:** October 25, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** For the first stop in the Apocalypse in the Balance blog tour I would like to direct you to [The Bialog](http://cpbialois.wordpress.com/2014/10/25/introducing-eric-swett/), where you will find a guest post written by me about the use of abandoned buildings as a means to add a unique flavor to your setting. Give it a read and make sure you take part in the Rafflecopter Giveaway for a chance to win an autographed copy of one of my books. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ffinding-fantastic-fallen-places%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Finding%20the%20Fantastic%20in%20Fallen%20Places) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/finding-fantastic-fallen-places/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/finding-fantastic-fallen-places/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/finding-fantastic-fallen-places/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/finding-fantastic-fallen-places/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Finding%20the%20Fantastic%20in%20Fallen%20Places&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ffinding-fantastic-fallen-places%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance **Tags:** abandoned places, blog tour, book, CP Bialois, Eric Swett, Fiction, urban fantasy --- ### [Blog Tour 2014](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-2014/) **Published:** October 24, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Blog Tour](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg?resize=231%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg) Hello my faithful followers! I have a big announcement to make and I’m really excited about it. Tomorrow is the first day of the blog tour supporting my new book, Apocalypse in the Balance. For the next two weeks I’ll be sharing the address of guest blog posts written by me, interviews, and book reviews. Check them each out and you will have a chance to earn signed copies of my books. Tomorrow’s inaugural post will be hosted by the extremely talented [C. P. Bialois](http://cpbialois.webs.com/). Check back for the address and visit his site. [![Eric Swett](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/wpid-1021140804.jpg?w=225&h=300&fit=225%2C300&resize=225%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/wpid-1021140804.jpg)Eric Swett###### Related articles - [Geek gifts, Spidey pics, broke Batman, outraged fanboys & more!](http://blastr.com/2011/12/weeks-hottest-best-decemb-1.php) (blastr.com) - [Apocalypse Review: The Stand](http://lastmanonblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/apocalypse-review-stand-1978-1990.html) (lastmanonblog.blogspot.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-2014%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F10%2Farmageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg&description=Blog%20Tour%202014) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-2014/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-2014/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-2014/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/blog-tour-2014/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blog%20Tour%202014&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblog-tour-2014%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance **Tags:** reviews, blog tour, Book Reviews, Books, Fiction, Guest Post, interviews, Prizes --- ### [Cover Reveal - Building a Legend](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-building-legend/) **Published:** October 10, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Why settle for one cover reveal when you can have two? In addition to revealing the cover of his newest novel, The Light Bringer, C. P. Bialois is releasing a novella from the same series titled Building a Legend. It will be out a week before The Light Bringer, so wet your whistle on something short and marvelous. [![Building A Legend](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/building-a-legend.jpg?resize=389%2C584)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/building-a-legend.jpg) **About the Book** Respect is often one of the most difficult things to find when setting out on a new path. It’s not any easier being a Halfling, but Eron is determined to achieve his dream of being a ranger. Following the death of Reinhart, Eron is duty-bound to follow through on his dream. The one thing he never expected was to be challenged at every turn by those who he met along the way. From shape shifters and old men, to a one-eyed Dwarf and a secretive Elf, he quickly learns not everything is as it appears. Success is won one step at a time in Building A Legend. Coming November 15. **About the Author** [![CP Author Photo](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/cp-author-photo12.jpg?resize=180%2C186)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/cp-author-photo12.jpg) CP Bialois’ love of words began as a small child when his father bought a stack of comics to teach him the reading skills he wasn’t mastering in class. Before long, he was reading at an advanced level and teachers were shaking their heads over the unconventional method. Growing up in the ‘80s, Bialois was exposed to even further inspiration through the popular cartoons of the day. Transformers, in particular, sparked his imagination and led to him put his first stories on paper. After a decades-long break, Bialois began getting back into the world of writing by joining some role-playing groups. These groups taught him about fleshing out characters and building worlds that stuck with him as he began writing short stories for fun. To his surprise, Bialois would end up completing his first full-length novel, *Call of Poseidon*, in 2007. Armed with a finished product, Bialois began working on another book, *The Sword and the Flame*, unsure of what he would ultimately be doing with either. As with many others in the later part of the first decade of the 2000’s, he found himself out of work and looking into new options. Over the next two years, he would spend most days at the library, completing an additional half-dozen works. Six books later, Bialois is planning for the release of many more and enjoying the feedback he receives. The up-and-coming author takes inspiration from favorites such as Steven King, Tom Clancy and Sue Grafton. His love of history, fantasy and old monster movies has also served as a muse. When he’s not busy writing or chatting on his social networks, Bialois enjoys watching hockey and football as well as Metallica DVDs. He currently lives with his wife- a fellow writer- and their fur children. CP Bialois is also active in several South Florida writing groups, as well as the online writer community, and the Florida Writers Association. **Where to stalk CP** [Website](http://cpbialois.webs.com/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCPBialois) [Twitter](https://twitter.com/CPBialois) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-building-legend%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fbuilding-a-legend.jpg&description=Cover%20Reveal%20-%20Building%20a%20Legend) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-building-legend/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-building-legend/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-building-legend/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-building-legend/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Cover%20Reveal%20-%20Building%20a%20Legend&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-building-legend%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Cover Reveals **Tags:** C. P. Bialois, fantasy, Fantasy Novel, Fiction, The Light Bringer, The Sword and the Flame --- ### [Cover Reveal - The Sword and The Flame: The Light Walker](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker/) **Published:** October 9, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** My friend, C. P. Bialois, is on the verge of sharing his latest project with the world. The third book in TheSword and The Flame series, The Light Walker will be available for purchase on November 22, and I know that if your a fan of good fantasy writing, then you’ll want to get this one. C. P. has finally revealed the cover art for the book and I am sharing it with you. So here it is, the cover of The Sword and the Flame: The Light Bringer. [![TheLightWalkerFinalHiRes](https://mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/thelightwalkerfinalhires1.jpgw185)](https://cpbialois.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/thelightwalkerfinalhires.jpg) **About the Book** Four years after the end of the Minotaur War and Berek’s sacrifice, the friends have moved on with their lives. Each has faced new challenges, but nothing can prepare them for what’s to come. Solaria fought against the Gods of Pyrain for dominance in an age long forgotten by most. Defeated, he was imprisoned within the bones of the world for eternity. The coming of the Phoenix allowed The Fallen God Solaria to escape from his prison. Promising revenge on those that wronged him, Solaria seeks out those with anger in their hearts to champion his cause while he gathers his strength. Will the prophesized Lightwalker rise before the world is destroyed by an ancient conflict? Coming November 22. **About the Author** [![CP Author Photo](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/cp-author-photo11.jpg?resize=180%2C186)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/cp-author-photo11.jpg) CP Bialois’ love of words began as a small child when his father bought a stack of comics to teach him the reading skills he wasn’t mastering in class. Before long, he was reading at an advanced level and teachers were shaking their heads over the unconventional method. Growing up in the ‘80s, Bialois was exposed to even further inspiration through the popular cartoons of the day. Transformers, in particular, sparked his imagination and led to him put his first stories on paper. After a decades-long break, Bialois began getting back into the world of writing by joining some role-playing groups. These groups taught him about fleshing out characters and building worlds that stuck with him as he began writing short stories for fun. To his surprise, Bialois would end up completing his first full-length novel, *Call of Poseidon*, in 2007. Armed with a finished product, Bialois began working on another book, *The Sword and the Flame*, unsure of what he would ultimately be doing with either. As with many others in the later part of the first decade of the 2000’s, he found himself out of work and looking into new options. Over the next two years, he would spend most days at the library, completing an additional half-dozen works. Six books later, Bialois is planning for the release of many more and enjoying the feedback he receives. The up-and-coming author takes inspiration from favorites such as Steven King, Tom Clancy and Sue Grafton. His love of history, fantasy and old monster movies has also served as a muse. When he’s not busy writing or chatting on his social networks, Bialois enjoys watching hockey and football as well as Metallica DVDs. He currently lives with his wife- a fellow writer- and their fur children. CP Bialois is also active in several South Florida writing groups, as well as the online writer community, and the Florida Writers Association. **Where to stalk CP** [Website](http://cpbialois.webs.com/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCPBialois) [Twitter](https://twitter.com/CPBialois) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F10%2Fthelightwalkerfinalhires1.jpgw185&description=Cover%20Reveal%20-%20The%20Sword%20and%20The%20Flame%3A%20The%20Light%20Walker) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/cover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Cover%20Reveal%20-%20The%20Sword%20and%20The%20Flame%3A%20The%20Light%20Walker&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcover-reveal-sword-flame-light-walker%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Cover Reveals **Tags:** Cover Reveal, CP Bialois, fantasy, The Light Bringer, The Sword and the Flame --- ### [Its Been A Year and the Loss is Still Painful](https://mywriterscramp.com/year-loss-still-painful/) **Published:** October 9, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** It was a year ago today that my friend Jan Marie passed away. I didn’t find out until ten days later. I spoke to a mutual friend who was also worried about her and suggested that she check the local paper just in case. Sure enough Jan’s obituary was posted online and confirmed what we were worried about. Having my fears confirmed left a hollow place in my chest and that emptiness still persists. I never met Jan face to face, but we chatted online on an almost daily basis and frequently spoke on the phone. She was a good friend and a huge supporter of my writing. She designed and created the cover for my first book and my second book as well, but more than that she encouraged me when few others did. Jan loved my family as if it were her own and often sent things she had found or created that she thought we would enjoy. She was special to me and I will never forget the smiles she brought to my face. Despite the happiness and support she brought me, she struggled to see the value in her own work and life. She struggled with physical and mental disabilities that so many people would have succumbed to. She was estranged from her family, but when her mood was good and she was in a positive cycle you could tell she loved them but struggled to express it. It was ironic that a woman of such limitless creativity struggled to find a way to communicate with others. Her passions were immense and her principles uncompromising. Often we would speak and I would try to help her understand that people made mistakes and should be given another chance, but I think I could learn something from the way she would not bow to pressure or let people live to a standard that fell short of her own. She could be harsh and demanding, but there was pain and beauty beneath that exterior and I only wish that more people could have known it. She would have loved seeing the way my kids have grown in the last year, and I am sure she would have sent me dozens of emails with promotional materials for my new book, but she is gone and I can’t help but feel poorer for the loss of her company even though I am far richer for having known her. God Bless you, Jan. I hope you have found peace at last and that the pain is a long distant memory. ###### Related articles - [The Art of the Obituary: An Interview with Margalit Fox](http://www.theparisreview.org/blog/2014/09/23/the-art-of-the-obituary-an-interview-with-margalit-fox/) (theparisreview.org) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fyear-loss-still-painful%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Its%20Been%20A%20Year%20and%20the%20Loss%20is%20Still%20Painful) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/year-loss-still-painful/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/year-loss-still-painful/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/year-loss-still-painful/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/year-loss-still-painful/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Its%20Been%20A%20Year%20and%20the%20Loss%20is%20Still%20Painful&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fyear-loss-still-painful%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Death, Family, friend, Jan Marie Parupia, loss --- ### [I Tried To Come Up With Something Clever...](https://mywriterscramp.com/tried-come-something-clever/) **Published:** September 17, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** … But I totally fell short. [![Apocalypse in the Balance](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg?resize=231%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg) I stared at the screen and tried to think of a good title for this blog post, but everything sounded trite, contrived, or just plain ridiculous. Oh well. Not every title can be an absolute winner. I mostly wanted to give a little update to what has been going on lately. First, I obviously got [Apocalypse in the Balance](http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Balance-Armageddon-Angels-Book-ebook/dp/B00MO1J1HQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411006665&sr=8-1&keywords=Apocalypse+In+the+Balance "Apocalypse in the Balance") finished and I sent out copies to all of my kickstarter contributors, but I’ve fallen short on promoting the book as much as I should. I have not even gotten a sales link up on my blog, but I plan on remedying that situation this weekend. I have few plans in place that will hopefully help get the word out there, but I’m looking for some reviewers to give my book a read. I’m also looking to do some guest posts on other blogs, so if you have any recommendations I would gladly take them. I’ve started working on the novella for Armageddon Angels that will be coming out after the first of the year. The story takes place between [Apocalypse Rising](http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Rising-Armageddon-Angels-Book-ebook/dp/B0085HB9C8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1411007154&sr=8-3&keywords=Apocalypse+Rising) and Apocalypse in the Balance and I have been making some great progress on it. I was actually thinking the rough draft could be finished by the end of October, but I think I’m going to take a break at the end of September so that I can focus my energies on preparing for [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo") in November. I really want to nail it this year and I want to be better prepared than I have ever been before. I have a rough idea what I’m going to be writing, but I need to flesh out the details and I am going to actually do a full and proper outline this time. Last week I got a special treat. My father called me in the middle of the day and told me that he was enjoying the book and that the writing was much better than the first one. Now this may seem like a minor thing, but the fact that he took the time to call me out of the blue like that just to tell me he thought my writing was better meant all the world to me. I like to write, and if I never heard a word from anyone about what they thought I would still be doing it, but getting some praise totally makes my day. To get a positive reaction out of the blue from one of the people I love the most in this world puts me on cloud nine. I don’t know if he’ll read this, but if he does I just want to say, “Thank you, dad.” ###### Related articles - [Apocalypse Pooh: One of the earliest mash-ups (Bonus: Blue Peanuts)](http://disinfo.com/2014/09/apocalypse-pooh-one-earliest-mash-ups/) (disinfo.com) - [The Pentagon Has a Zombie Apocalypse Plan. Here’s One for You.](https://www.trustedchoice.com/insurance-articles/opinion-variety/zombie-apocalypse-survival-kit/) (trustedchoice.com) - [Taking NaNoWriMo Into The Rest Of Your Writing Year](http://kristinnador.wordpress.com/2013/12/21/nanowrimo-what-i-learned/) (kristinnador.wordpress.com) - [I should be writing](http://fangsandlasers.wordpress.com/2013/12/09/i-should-be-writing/) (fangsandlasers.wordpress.com) - [What Next?](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-what-next/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [13 Post-Apocalyptic Stories That Actually Teach Valuable Lessons](http://musingsofamildmanneredman.com/2013/05/25/13-post-apocalyptic-stories-that-actually-teach-valuable-lessons/) (musingsofamildmanneredman.com) - [How to Spot the Weakest Part of Your Blog Post (and What to Do About It)](http://www.copyblogger.com/strengthen-your-weaknesses/) (copyblogger.com) - [The Walking Dead Survival Box for the Zombie Apocalypse](http://hackaday.com/2014/09/10/the-walking-dead-survival-box-for-the-zombie-apocalypse/) (hackaday.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ftried-come-something-clever%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F09%2Farmageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg&description=I%20Tried%20To%20Come%20Up%20With%20Something%20Clever...) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/tried-come-something-clever/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/tried-come-something-clever/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/tried-come-something-clever/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/tried-come-something-clever/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20I%20Tried%20To%20Come%20Up%20With%20Something%20Clever...&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ftried-come-something-clever%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels --- ### [RolePlaying: What is it?](https://mywriterscramp.com/roleplaying-what-is-it/) **Published:** September 9, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I saw this post about how to role playing and I thought it was worth sharing. Even if you are not into roleplaying games, it is an interesting read. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Froleplaying-what-is-it%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=RolePlaying%3A%20What%20is%20it%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/roleplaying-what-is-it/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/roleplaying-what-is-it/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/roleplaying-what-is-it/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/roleplaying-what-is-it/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20RolePlaying%3A%20What%20is%20it%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Froleplaying-what-is-it%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** Catilyst Game Labs, Creativity, d&d, Dungeons and Dragons, Fantasy Flight Games, role-playing, Role-playing game, Roleplaying, Tabletop role-playing game --- ### [What Next?](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-what-next/) **Published:** August 13, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** # What Writing Project Should I Tackle Next? [![Writing](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/armageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg?resize=231%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/07/armageddon-angels-2-2.jpg)Now that Apocalypse in the Balance is all but done, what do I do next? Obviously I need to spend some time promoting the new book, but there has to be more going on than that, right? So what am I considering? Well, I have two categories. The first category is filled with the things I have to do and the second is filled with what I would like to do. Neither of these involves the promotions or book reviews, because those I will be doing irregardless and I don’t consider them projects. ## **The Must Do Category** 1. Start the Armageddon Angels novella due out next year. Honestly, there is no reason I could not have this ready in time for Christmas if I really put my mind to it. 2. Finish Beyond The Darkside. I am 30k plus words into this story. Another 70k should not be unreasonable. If I can manage 200 words per day for the next year I will have a finished product. 3. Start on Armageddon Angels Book 3. If I get it started now I can be ready before Christmas 2015. ## **The Want To Do Category** 1. I want to start a web comic. This one has been rattling around in my brain for a couple of years, but its nagging is getting persistent. While I feel comfortable writing the story/storyboard, I have no delusions about my ability to do the art. If you know someone that might be interested in collaborating, let me know. 2. I have this far future space epic churning in my head. I might work on the outline and the world building now and write this one a little later. 3. Amidst everything else I have another novel in need of serious editing and a second at 50k words that needs to be finished. I want to get them done and out there. I suppose I’ll focus my energies on the need to do and work on the wants as I can until they become needs as well. ###### Related articles - [Horseman Of War vs. God Of War – Darksiders Review](http://dazcooke.wordpress.com/2014/04/16/horseman-of-war-vs-god-of-war-darksiders-review/) (dazcooke.wordpress.com) - [Darksiders Review](http://g4tv.com/rss_traffic.aspx?u=http%3a%2f%2fg4tv.com%2fthefeed%2fblog%2fpost%2f701882%2fDarksiders-Review.html%3futm_source%3dg4tv%26utm_medium%3drssfeeds%26utm_campaign%3dTheFeed) (g4tv.com) - [Warhammer 40,000: Armageddon beta sign-ups open](http://www.incgamers.com/2014/08/warhammer-40000-armageddon-beta-sign-ups-open) (incgamers.com) - [Books You Must Read: Armageddon in Retrospect](http://briancastner.com/2014/06/25/books-you-must-read-armageddon-in-retrospect/) (briancastner.com) - [The Magic of a Storyboard](http://jillweatherholt.wordpress.com/2014/03/28/the-magic-of-a-storyboard/) (jillweatherholt.wordpress.com) - [Novellas: The Writer’s Quick-Fix](http://julietmadison.wordpress.com/2012/10/21/novellas-the-writers-quick-fix/) (julietmadison.wordpress.com) - [Writing – Planning vs Spontaneity](http://thedabblingzone.wordpress.com/2014/08/11/writing-planning-vs-spontaneity/) (thedabblingzone.wordpress.com) - [Pushing the Line with Kimberly Kincaid](http://catherinewolffe.wordpress.com/2014/01/04/pushing-the-line-with-kimberly-kincaid/) (catherinewolffe.wordpress.com) - [Armageddon](http://swedishmaggie.wordpress.com/2011/12/27/armageddon/) (swedishmaggie.wordpress.com) - [Storyboards](http://aelafleur.wordpress.com/2014/04/21/storyboards/) (aelafleur.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwriting-what-next%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F08%2Farmageddon-angels-2-2-231x300.jpg&description=What%20Next%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-what-next/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-what-next/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-what-next/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-what-next/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20What%20Next%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwriting-what-next%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Apocalypse in the Balance, Armageddon Angels **Tags:** Writing, Apocalypse, editing, goals, publishing, Science fiction, Storyboard, web comics --- ### [Is Fantasy Dead?](https://mywriterscramp.com/fantasy-dead/) **Published:** August 6, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ## Fantasy genre [![Fantasy](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/blood-of-the-chosen-cover.jpg?w=213&h=300&fit=213%2C300&resize=213%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/blood-of-the-chosen-cover.jpg) The biggest argument I have had in the last year or so was over whether the [fantasy genre](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasy "Fantasy") was “over.” The person I was arguing with pointed to the rise of [paranormal fiction](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paranormal_fiction "Paranormal fiction") and the popularity of vampires and zombies as evidence that the genre of fantasy is passé. I pointed to the popularity of the TV show [Game of Thrones](http://www.hbo.com/game-of-thrones "Game of Thrones (TV series)") as evidence that it’s not. But really, who cares? Why does it matter if something is popular or not? Why does it matter if someone is “jumping on a bandwagon” because they like vampires or zombies? Or don’t? The point of genre media isn’t to be “the next big thing,” it’s to give voice to something that people think is important. I use fantasy fiction to show how important connections are, and how strong people who stand together can be. I know other people who use fantasy fiction to point to lessons that our culture has forgotten, to illustrate history in a different light. Writers use fantastic tales—whether they’re set in an ancient civilization or a thousand years in the future—to show people their hearts and souls. To reflect a greater truth that they see in their deepest being. This is one of the reasons I love crossover genres. I think bringing new elements into a genre can refresh the genre and bring in new fans, people who may not have read a particular genre before. Plus, you’re able to play with a whole new group of tropes, things you may not have tried before. Paranormal romance often uses tropes from fantasy books alongside romantic tropes, and gives both new twists and turns that bring fans of both genres together. I think that all the fighting over which genre is more important or more popular is silly. I think everyone should have the right to enjoy their favorite book without worrying about whether they’re going to be condemned for jumping on a bandwagon or sneered at because they’re not ‘doing it right’ as a fan. I am an unapologetic fan of the things I love, but I don’t turn my nose up at someone else’s enjoyment of something. Indeed, I am glad I don’t—I would have missed some wonderful things that I’m “not a fan” of if I had! I know it’s Pollyanna-ish to think we’ll all magically get along, but if someone is making you feel bad because you love a particular genre or type of story, I’m sorry. I hope you’ll take this random internet stranger’s permission to heart: love what you love. It’s all good. About the Author [![Fantasy Author Kara Owl](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/me-and-roo-green.jpg?w=287&h=300&fit=287%2C300&resize=287%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/me-and-roo-green.jpg)Kara Owl and Roo Kara Owl writes fiction and nonfiction. Her nonfiction focuses on spirituality and health, particularly dealing with chronic pain in practical and spiritual ways. Her fiction runs the gamut from erotica to epic fantasy. She lives in Tallahassee, Florida with cats, a dog, and an amazingly tolerant husband. She spends her days writing, reading, playing video games, working with the dog, and occasionally herding cats. She is a comic book geek, loves horseback riding and all things equine, and is addicted to saving the world, or at least trying. She is currently on an epic quest to find a good replacement for her beloved City of Heroes, and to turn her feisty puppy into a good dog. [Kara Owl’s Author Page](http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00C6F3T28) ###### Related articles - [Write the book you want to read](http://alinameridon.wordpress.com/2014/06/18/write-the-book-you-want-to-read/) (alinameridon.wordpress.com) - [Subtext in Paranormal Tropes: A Conversation with Jami Gold](http://paranormalunbound.com/2013/08/16/subtext-in-paranormal-tropes-a-conversation-with-jami-gold/) (paranormalunbound.com) - [Do You Know Your Reading Personality?](http://scififantasylitchick.wordpress.com/2014/08/04/do-you-know-your-reading-personality/) (scififantasylitchick.wordpress.com) - [Fiction Affliction: August Releases in Urban Fantasy](http://www.tor.com/blogs/2014/07/fiction-affliction-august-releases-in-urban-fantasy) (tor.com) - [Sci-fi & Fantasy: Out With the Old, In With the New](http://litreactor.com/columns/sci-fi-fantasy-out-with-the-old-in-with-the-new) (litreactor.com) - [How did you choose the genre you write in?](http://jodiellewellyn.wordpress.com/2014/07/21/how-did-you-choose-the-genre-you-write-in/) (jodiellewellyn.wordpress.com) - [In Defense of the YA Fantasy](http://thesealofoblivion.wordpress.com/2013/07/07/in-defense-of-the-ya-fantasy/) (thesealofoblivion.wordpress.com) - [What’s your genre?](http://penelopeblack15.wordpress.com/2014/07/18/whats-your-genre/) (penelopeblack15.wordpress.com) - [Paranormal Tropes](http://writesbymoonlight.wordpress.com/2013/01/24/paranormal-tropes/) (writesbymoonlight.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ffantasy-dead%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F08%2Fblood-of-the-chosen-cover.jpg%3Fw%3D213%26h%3D300&description=Is%20Fantasy%20Dead%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/fantasy-dead/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/fantasy-dead/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/fantasy-dead/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/fantasy-dead/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Is%20Fantasy%20Dead%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ffantasy-dead%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing **Tags:** urban fantasy, author, fantasy, genre, Guest Post, Kara Owl, Paranormal fiction, Paranormal Romance --- ### [You Are The Love Of My Life](https://mywriterscramp.com/anniversary/) **Published:** August 5, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ## Happy Anniversary, Tracy. \[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6zZts7HPDg\] Fourteen years ago today my beautiful wife, Tracy, married me at the [Edgefield](http://www.mcmenamins.com/54-edgefield-home "McMenamins Edgefield") on the hottest day of the year. So much of that day is a blur, but I’ll never forget the site of her walking down the aisle. She was so beautiful in her wedding gown, but I would have taken her if she had come to stand beside me wearing nothing but a pair of jeans and a t-shirt. On that day I was bonded to my soul mate, and it will always be one of the greatest days of my life. Tracy, I know things have not always been easy with me, and I know that we have spent years toughing our way through loss and difficulties, but you have always been the high point in my life and at the end of it all, your love has carried me past the points where I would have broken. You are the mother of my children and I could not have asked for better. With so many years behind us, I look forward to so many more years ahead and I count myself as blessed for having you as my wife. You are as beautiful today as you were the day we were married, and you shall always be the love of my life. ![Happy Anniversary](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/a4241.jpg?resize=347%2C347)At the Alter###### Related articles - [How To Make Your Wedding One To Remember](http://funnyweddingorg.wordpress.com/2014/08/04/how-to-make-your-wedding-one-to-remember/) (funnyweddingorg.wordpress.com) - [Mcmenamins Edgefield](http://oregonhiddentreasures.wordpress.com/2013/06/26/mcmenamins-edgefield/) (oregonhiddentreasures.wordpress.com) - [Love and Marriage](http://ellemm005.wordpress.com/2014/07/25/love-and-marriage/) (ellemm005.wordpress.com) - [Kenny Giambalvo departs the Black Rabbit restaurant at McMenamin’s Edgefield](http://www.oregonlive.com/dining/index.ssf/2014/07/kenny_giambalvo_departs_the_bl.html) (oregonlive.com) - [Happy Anniversary, Mr and Mrs Thomas](http://wedwishingwell.wordpress.com/2014/06/11/happy-anniversary-mr-and-mrs-thomas/) (wedwishingwell.wordpress.com) - [Married three years!](http://thishouseblog.wordpress.com/2014/07/31/married-three-years/) (thishouseblog.wordpress.com) - [What I’m Learning From My Parents on Their Wedding Anniversary](http://jocsnotebook.wordpress.com/2014/08/04/what-im-learning-from-my-parents-on-their-wedding-anniversary/) (jocsnotebook.wordpress.com) - [The Picture of Marriage, Minus Blurred Lines](http://debbiesfitwraps2013.wordpress.com/2013/09/03/the-picture-of-marriage-minus-blurred-lines/) (debbiesfitwraps2013.wordpress.com) - [47 Years. 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I thought I would kick things off with a guest post by [Jupiter Gardens Press](http://jupitergardenspress.com/ "Jupiter Gardens Press") author, Shauna Aura Knight. So without further ado, I present to you, Between the Genres. [![Genre](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Bio2-204x300.jpg?resize=204%2C300&ssl=1)](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Bio2.jpg?ssl=1)Shauna Aura KnightOne of my challenges as a writer has always been genre, or more specifically, genre rules. All of my fiction writing fits into the general category of “speculative”—my work is always either fantasy, [urban fantasy](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_fantasy "Urban fantasy"), science fiction, and [paranormal romance](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paranormal_romance "Paranormal romance"). The problem comes in with the specifics within the genres, in particular that line between urban fantasy and paranormal romance. One of the biggest roadblocks I faced in my own writing was the question of what genre my work was. Because the genre you write in determines what publishers you can send your writing to, and it also controls a lot of what’s in your story. When I was taking writing workshops, I got completely overwhelmed hearing about some of the rules of various genres and even specific publishers. Here’s kind of how it went. In my 20’s, I started writing an urban fantasy epic. It started out as a trilogy, but then I had the inspiration to add in a vampire and his lover, Vuir and Rhea. The sex scenes were incredibly spicy. However, I didn’t want to write the story as a romance, because romances have specific expectations. I would have had to completely gut and restructure the story to be, Novel #1 is about Couple #1, Novel #2 about Couple #2, etc. And that’s not how the story flowed. Yes, there are several couples that get together, but they all interweave and none of the romantic stories made sense as a standalone. I also knew that some romance publishers literally require sex to happen by page 100, and other specific plot points to happen at various page counts. My work did not fit at all into that format. In this urban fantasy series I’m writing, the vampire Vuir and his lover Rhea get together pretty quickly, but they have a lot of hot sex throughout the course of the series which spans several years. It would be weird to have Couple # 4 getting together and have hot scenes with Vuir and Rhea. And yet, when I started writing this series, it wasn’t really acceptable to have spicy/graphic sex in urban fantasy. Some series did it, but they were not the norm. I think that those authors were kind of tacitly looked down upon. My panicking about how I’d even get my book published caused some serious writer’s block. I kept writing the occasional scene for the books, but I didn’t want to commit to finishing the story until I knew how I was going to structure it. I thought, “If I have to reconfigure this as a series of [romance novels](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romance_novel "Romance novel"), I don’t want to paint myself into a corner.” I knew that my work, as it was, wasn’t publishable as urban fantasy. I felt this tremendous pressure. I knew that one of the rules of publishing was that your first book had to sell pretty well, otherwise you wouldn’t get a deal for a second book, unless you wrote under a brand new pen name. That was daunting, given that publishers don’t spend a lot of marketing budget money on first-time authors. **Publishing: Everything Changes** I started reading a lot of paranormal romance. I wanted to get a sense of 1. What was popular, but also 2. What were the rules of the genre. In addition to that, if you’re looking to publish a book and you are looking at what publishers to send your work to, it’s a really good idea to read some of their books to get a sense of what that publisher wants in a story. I started to get a little hopeful. I was reading [Sherrilyn Kenyon](http://www.sherrilynkenyon.com/ "Sherrilyn Kenyon"), who—though she was writing paranormal romance—was also getting to break a few [genre conventions](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genre_fiction "Genre fiction") to tell the stories she wanted to tell. I also started reading the [Anita Blake](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anita_Blake "Anita Blake") novels, which definitely sat between several different genres. The longer the series went on, the smuttier it got, until it had the sex level of an erotic romance. I took a break from focusing on fiction for a while; I had started doing a leadership and facilitation program and that consumed my life for a few years. I’d still work on fiction from time to time but I wasn’t gunning to finish anything. During that time, the e-book and self-publishing revolution happened. Now, anyone who wanted to publish, could. Back when I was taking classes about writing and publishing, self-publishing was still very much frowned upon. You could ruin your reputation as a writer forever just by self-publishing a book. In the late 2000’s that changed. And what changed along with it was some of the rules of genre. These days, I notice a lot more graphic erotic content in fantasy and urban fantasy. It’s far more common now, which means that work that crosses those genre lines is more publishable, even by traditional publishers. I still haven’t finished my urban fantasy epic, but I now feel the freedom of structuring the series in the way that the story makes the most sense to me. I can call it an urban fantasy, and yes, it has some rather spicy content. **The Dance of the Romance Genre** My most recent novella, ***The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves,*** is not a romance. It’s romantic to be sure; most of the story is a really sweet love story. And there’s plenty of no-doors-closed sex between Jack and Meredith. However, the story fails one of the only hard and fast rules of the romance genre: *there must be a happy ending*. Happily Ever After, or even Happy For Now, often abbreviated as HEA or HFN. I don’t think I’m spoiling the surprise by telling you that ***The White Dress*** has a pretty tragic ending…you can get a sense of what’s going on by reading the very first page. Part of me wanted to leave the tragedy as a surprise that built up over the course of the story. That would—certainly—have been more emotionally wrenching for my readers. However, my first two published pieces of fiction are both in the romance genre, and I didn’t want romance readers to pick up my new book and get invested in Jack and Meredith’s love story and then get blindsided by what happens. In fact, I even found it difficult to label the story as an urban fantasy because the magic is pretty subtle…Meredith has prophetic dreams, Jack begins to speak to the dead, and there’s some ritual magic near the end of the book. But, it certainly isn’t mainstream fiction either. **Genre Expectations** That takes us to one of the advantages of genre; genre tells us what we can expect from the story. I read romance because I want a story that has a happy ending. More specifically, I tend to read romance on the spicy side. If I accidentally read a romance with closed-doors sex, I’m pretty disappointed. In fact, now that I’m a published author, I’ve thought more about what makes me put a book down. I don’t tend to like books written in first person. I don’t tend to like especially young, flighty female protagonists. I definitely don’t enjoy most young adult or new adult. Also, I like reading romance that’s on the graphic/spicy end of things, but I’m not really into romance with [BDSM](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BDSM "BDSM"). Overall, I think I’ve begun to get more comfortable with genre lines and which can be bent. One of the ongoing challenges is letting potential readers know what they’d be reading. If it’s an urban fantasy with sex, I need to let readers know that the spice level is pretty high so that they aren’t surprised. Heck, even some romance readers only like to read the “sweet” romance, ie, kisses only, doors closed for anything else. If I’m writing about a threesome, like in my story Werewolves in the Kitchen, I need to give readers a heads up. It’s possible to blur those genre lines as long as you’re clearly communicating to your readers what’s going on. Some ways to do that are in the design of the book cover, the blurb for the book, and even some of the tags and the keywords and the excerpts. ***Werewolves in the Kitchen*** is a paranormal romance, but it’s also a M/F/M ménage, so the excerpt goes right into the three characters about to have sex so readers know exactly what they are getting into. [h**ttp://www.shaunaauraknight.com/books/werewolves-in-the-kitchen-excerpt/**](http://www.shaunaauraknight.com/books/werewolves-in-the-kitchen-excerpt/) One of the excerpts for ***The White Dress, the Autumn Leaves***, starts with Meredith’s prophetic dream of her own death so that there is no confusion—this story is not a story that fits the romance genre. **** **Breaking Rules** To effectively bend or break a rule, you have to know what the rules are. Know what a particular publisher wants to see. Know what your readers need to know before purchasing a book. Know how to communicate to your audience. Sometimes, you just have to write the story that’s in you to write and damn the genre lines. That’s where I was at with ***The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves***. Just know that when you’re shopping a book out to a publisher—and when you’re marketing that book once it’s published—you’ll need to take extra care in communicating what the book is about so that it’s clear. Accept that not everyone is going to want to read your book if the genre isn’t clear. But, write the book that’s in you to write. It’s easier these days to find a home for our genre mutants. The key, if you can’t rely on an easy genre-identifier like paranormal romance, is to clearly communicating to your audience what your book is about. [![genre](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/07/cover_whitedresssmall.jpg?w=200&h=300&fit=200%2C300&resize=200%2C300)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/07/cover_whitedresssmall.jpg)The White Dress, The Autumn Leaves**Shauna Aura Knight** An artist, author, and presenter, Shauna’s work is inspired by the mythic stories of heroes, of swords and magic, and of the darkness we each must overcome. She’s a fantasy artist and author of paranormal romance and urban fantasy including ***Werewolves in the Kitchen, A Winter Knight’s Vigil,*** and ***The White Dress, the Autumn Leaves***. Her mythic artwork and designs are used for magazine covers, book covers, and illustrations. She travels nationally offering intensive education in the transformative arts of community leadership, facilitation, and personal transformation, and is the author of numerous articles and books on those subjects including ***The Leader Within,*** ***Dreamwork for the Initiate’s Path,*** and ***Ritual Facilitation***. [http://www.shaunaauraknight.com](http://www.shaunaauraknight.com/) **Fiction Blog:** [https://shaunaknightauthorartist.wordpress.com](https://shaunaknightauthorartist.wordpress.com/) ###### Related articles - [World Building in your Young Adult Novel – Not Just for Fantasy/Paranormal!](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2013/11/world-building-in-your-young-adult-novel-not-just-for-fantasyparanormal/) (howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com) - [Indie Author’s Up and Down Publishing Journey](http://www.livewritethrive.com/2012/09/10/indie-authors-up-and-down-publishing-journey/) (livewritethrive.com) - [Writerly Wednesday Welcomes Leanna Harrow](http://sallyfranklinchristie.com/wp/2013/05/writerly-wednesday-welcomes-leanna-harrow/) (sallyfranklinchristie.com) - [The New World of Publishing: Pen Names](http://www.deanwesleysmith.com/?p=7849) (deanwesleysmith.com) - [What genre(s) do you write ?](http://writingsbykrystol.com/2014/07/09/what-genres-do-you-write/) (writingsbykrystol.com) - [Urban fantasy/paranormal romance hybrids: How hot is too hot?](http://paranormalunbound.com/2014/06/30/urban-fantasyparanormal-romance-hybrids-how-hot-is-too-hot/) (paranormalunbound.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fguest-post-genres%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FBio2-204x300.jpg&description=Guest%20Post%3A%20Between%20the%20Genres) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/guest-post-genres/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/guest-post-genres/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/guest-post-genres/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/guest-post-genres/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Guest%20Post%3A%20Between%20the%20Genres&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fguest-post-genres%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing **Tags:** Romance novel, Sherrilyn Kenyon, urban fantasy, Anita Blake, BDSM, book, Contemporary romance, genre, Paranormal Romance, romance --- ### [A New Beginning](https://mywriterscramp.com/new-beginning/) **Published:** May 22, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** You may or may not have noticed the “Under Construction” sign on my home page this week. You might even look at my blog and see if you can find what has changed to warrant such a sign. I can assure you, there is nothing cosmetic that has changed. [![© is the copyright symbol in a copyright notice](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/200px-copyright-svg.png?resize=200%2C200 "© is the copyright symbol in a copyright notice")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Copyright.svg)© is the copyright symbol in a copyright notice (Photo credit: Wikipedia)On Monday I received a letter from [Getty Images](http://www.gettyimages.com "Getty Images") stating that I had violated the [copyright](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copyright "Copyright") of an image they owned. I’m not above admitting that the letter, along with the settlement fee demands attached to the letter, sent me into a tailspin. My book sales don’t even cover the cost of my godaddy account or the hosting, much less could they pay for a whopper of a fine they threatened me with. I say threatened because that is exactly what they did. “Pay XXX dollars or we will take you to court and you have to pay XXXX dollars instead.” I can’t afford a lawyer and I did not know I had used a copyrighted picture. Most every picture I use comes from [Photobucket](http://www.photobucket.com "Photobucket.com"), which I should be able to use for my blog. I was so freaked out that at one point I was honestly considering giving up writing altogether. I have since moved on from that. Tracy and I did a lot of searching on the web and reading of articles and decided the best course is to deal with Getty Images rather than ignore them, because there may be a chance they do nothing, but if they did decide to take me to court the costs would be far too great. I’m not blindly sending a check. I’m asking for proof and then I will negotiate from there. In the meantime, I have taken down the offending picture and most other picture I think could be a risk. Along with the pictures I took down all of the posts for the current 100 word challenge story line. My intention is to repost them, edited, and a chapter at a time. The first post should be in place by Monday. In the meantime, I suggest you check your blog and your sources lest a corporate monster like Getty Images sends you a tersely worded letter as well. ###### Related articles - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/272453625_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/volokh-conspiracy/wp/2014/05/19/is-it-copyright-infringement-to-post-a-lawyers-cease-and-desist-letter/)[Is it copyright infringement to post a lawyer’s cease-and-desist letter?](http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/volokh-conspiracy/wp/2014/05/19/is-it-copyright-infringement-to-post-a-lawyers-cease-and-desist-letter/) - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/272371943_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://electronicdesign.com/embedded/how-changing-legal-landscape-impacts-free-and-open-source-software-development)[How The Changing Legal Landscape Impacts Free And Open Source Software Development](http://electronicdesign.com/embedded/how-changing-legal-landscape-impacts-free-and-open-source-software-development) - 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[![Mother's Day](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/r4f017.jpg?w=300&h=298&fit=300%2C298&resize=300%2C298)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/r4f017.jpg)Tracy and Phyllis on our Wedding DayTo Phyllis, my Mother-In-Law, thank you so much for bringing my beautiful wife into this world and being the grandmother to my children. It is always nice when you come for a visit and we look forward to the next time you can make it here. [![Mother's Day](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/r3f6.jpg?w=300&h=298&fit=300%2C298&resize=300%2C298)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/r3f6.jpg)My mom and I on my wedding day.To Marianna, my mom, I miss you so much and getting to see you last fall was a great treat. You’ve always been there for me, even when I didn’t know I needed you, and though I don’t always remember to call or send a card, I am glad you’re my mom and I hope you have a wonderful day. [![Tracy](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/r3j015.jpg?w=300&h=298&fit=300%2C298&resize=300%2C298)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/r3j015.jpg)Tracy on our Wedding Day. Isn’t she beautiful?To Tracy, my wife and mother of my kids, I love you more than words can say, but I am going to try anyway. Every day I count myself lucky to have met you and to have you in my life. If I had known how great a mother you would be I would have thought you were too good to be true. Our children are brilliant, friendly, and beautiful. I know they got most of the good stuff from you and I know that with your guidance our kids are destined for great things. I love you all. 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We started out with a visit with a pair of Scout Troopers from the [501st Regiment North Carolina Chapter](http://www.carolinagarrison.net/). The two guys that were there were absolutely awesome. They talked with us and the kids and were more than happy to pose for pictures. Katie was pretty impressed with them and did not want to lose sight of them. I tried to get her to say Darth Vader for them, but she was being shy. And yes, my daughter can say Vader. I will fully admit that I spent about an hour looking into how I could make armor of suitable quality so that I could join the [501st](http://www.501st.com/). Maybe once I have a house with a garage I could find someone local who would help me out. After that we got to go inside and get our free comics. For the most part the boys picked out Marvel titles, with an emphasis on Guardians of the Galaxy. I’m just guessing they’re a bit excited for that movie. After the comics it was all about the Sith lightsaber training. Zachary wasn’t sure he wanted to do it since he would be in front of a bunch of people, but we convinced him to give it a try and he had a great time with Connor. Katie was not at all sure about the Sith Lord and her Apprentice though. They would come around and she would grab on tight and keep them right where she could see them. Once the training was done it was a quick stop for ice cream and then the long drive back home. It was a great day and I look forward to doing t again next year….only with costumes next time. ###### Related articles - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/266392084_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://www.cnet.com/news/channel-han-luke-and-darth-vader-with-star-wars-costume-replicas-from-anovos/)[Channel Han, Luke and Darth Vader with official ‘Star Wars’ costumes](http://www.cnet.com/news/channel-han-luke-and-darth-vader-with-star-wars-costume-replicas-from-anovos/) - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/218049096_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://lightsaberhilt.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/full-review-for-mcm-london-comic-con-2013/)[Full review for MCM London Comic Con 2013](http://lightsaberhilt.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/full-review-for-mcm-london-comic-con-2013/) - [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/268589373_80_80.jpg?w=640)](http://geeksyndicate.co.uk/features/voices-of-the-syndicate-what-star-wars-cosplay-would-you-choose/)[Voices of the Syndicate: What Star Wars Cosplay Would You Choose?](http://geeksyndicate.co.uk/features/voices-of-the-syndicate-what-star-wars-cosplay-would-you-choose/) - 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**Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** Family, Free Comic Book Day, ice cream, photos, Scout Trooper, Sith, Star Wars, Stormtrooper --- ### [Like A Caveman!](https://mywriterscramp.com/paleo-diet/) **Published:** March 16, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Paleo Diet](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/350px-hrushikesh_kulkarni_vegetables.jpg?resize=350%2C263&ssl=1 "English: vegetables")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Hrushikesh_kulkarni_vegetables.JPG) # Adventures in Paleo Dieting Some time ago I tried the Whole Foods thing, and I really enjoyed it, but Tracy’s pregnancy and a busy life made keeping up with the whole foods thing almost impossible, so it was abandoned in favor of our more traditional diet of processed foods and eating out. Don’t get me wrong, we are not horrible eaters for the most part. Just like most people, we have good days and bad days, but we try to eat well. We try to cook at home, we try to make sure there is at least one green veggie on hand, and we try to stay away from the fattest of the fat, but we slip and we eat out way too often, and anyone can tell you that eating out, especially fast/convenient food, is a sure way to do yourself in with too many calories and too much bad for you foods. A couple of weeks ago we were at the book store and Tracy found a book on the [Paleo diet](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paleolithic_diet "Paleolithic diet"). It was expensive, so we thought we would take a look online, see what we could find and give it a try before making such a substantial purchase. Tracy went online and found a number of sites with Paleo recipes and meal plans, so we gave it a try. Now, what is the Paleo diet you ask? Well the idea of the Paleo diet is that you are supposed to be eating the same sort of foods that our caveman ancestors might have eaten, but the reality is a bit simpler. On the Paleo diet you can eat meat, vegetables, seeds, fruits and the like. Organic is the best (cavemen didn’t use chemicals and drugs…duh), but I don’t think that is necessarily a hard and fast rule as much as it is a guideline. What is more important are the things you’re not supposed to eat on the Paleo diet. The rough list is no dairy, no legumes, no grains, no starches, nor sugar, and no processed foods. In layman’s terms, no bread, no milk, no cheese, no beans, no candy, no cake, no pasta and no alcohol. That I did not revolt outright is a testament to how much I love my wife. The groceries for our first week just about did me in. Between the two grocery stores that weekend, and a couple of supplemental trips, our grocery bill that first weekend nearly reached $400. This is almost three times our weekly budget for groceries, so you can imagine the kind of sticker shock I was dealing with, but I agreed to give this diet a try and I figured at least some of it was the up front pantry stocking. The truth of the matter is that we didn’t do a good job shopping around and prepping for this change. We jumped in with both feet. In the following weeks we have done better, but we are still a bit over our regular budget. Normally a diet like this holds little appeal to me, but I’m willing to try it because I want to be supportive in finding a diet that is good for the family, and if that diet gets us away from eating out and eating the processed garbage that normally enters the house, then so much the better. Where I became a believe in this diet was last week. We had a meal that was a little less than filling, so we cheated and got a couple of McDonald’s cheeseburgers. For the next two days I felt like crap. Stomach cramps, bloating, gas, nausea; all of that and then some, and I had only been on the diet for a week and a half. My body quickly got used to the good stuff and rejected the bad almost as quickly. Eating healthy seems to be the way to go for me, and the Paleo Diet seems like a good place to start. ###### Related articles - [Caveman Breakfast](http://becausemotherhood.wordpress.com/2014/01/03/caveman-breakfast/) (becausemotherhood.wordpress.com) - [Eat caveman style with paleorecipes.com](http://paleolithicrecipelistsite.wordpress.com/2014/01/01/eat-caveman-style-with-paleorecipes-com/) (paleolithicrecipelistsite.wordpress.com) - [5 Good Reason To Try The Caveman Diet](http://5goodreasontotrythecavemandiet.wordpress.com/2013/07/16/5-good-reason-to-try-the-caveman-diet/) (5goodreasontotrythecavemandiet.wordpress.com) - [4 Paleo Essentials for a Caveman Diet](http://quarterlifeconversations.com/2014/03/03/4-paleo-essentials-for-a-caveman-diet/) (quarterlifeconversations.com) - [“Clan of the Caveman’s Diet” #dbpreads](http://dbpxhaust.wordpress.com/2013/12/02/clan-of-the-cavemans-diet-dbpreads/) (dbpxhaust.wordpress.com) - [Fire: So Easy A Liberal Caveman Can Do It](http://misguidedchildren.com/economy/2014/02/fire-so-easy-a-liberal-caveman-can-do-it/14107) (misguidedchildren.com) - [Eat Like A Caveman?](http://sweatsuccess.net/2013/09/20/eat-like-a-caveman/) (sweatsuccess.net) - [Paleo: Right and Wrong About Eating Like a Caveman](http://fngnutrition.ca/paleo-right-and-wrong-about-eating-like-a-caveman/) (fngnutrition.ca) - [Paleo…so easy a caveman can do it](http://marriedtopaleo.com/2013/04/16/paleo-so-easy-a-caveman-can-do-it/) (marriedtopaleo.com) - [“Caveman” diet promises easy weight loss and better health](http://www.wvec.com/news/paleo-diet-teaser-242401091.html) (wvec.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fpaleo-diet%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F03%2F350px-hrushikesh_kulkarni_vegetables.jpg&description=Like%20A%20Caveman%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/paleo-diet/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/paleo-diet/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/paleo-diet/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/paleo-diet/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Like%20A%20Caveman%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fpaleo-diet%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Paleo Diet, Self-Improvement, Whole Foods, Family **Tags:** Paleo, Paleolithic diet, whole foods, Diet, Eating, food, lifestyle, Organic --- ### [Happy Birthday, Tracy](https://mywriterscramp.com/happy-birthday-tracy/) **Published:** March 6, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Happy Birthday](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/cimg1694.jpg?w=300&h=225&fit=300%2C225&resize=300%2C225 "Erika, Tracy and Amber")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/cimg1694.jpg)Erika, Tracy and AmberToday is my wife’s birthday. I would tell you how old \[wb\_fb\_f name=”Tracy Swett” id=””\] is, but I like getting to spend the night in the same bed as her. She is amazing and I cannot imagine my life without her. Here, on my blog, you get to read my writing and occasionally I share a little bit about my life, but I don’t often speak about how central to my life she is. She is there for me every day, no matter how badly I screw up or how much I lose sight of things because I get wrapped up in myself. It would be easy to say that she stays with me because it is easy, or because we have kids together, but the truth is that I am anything but easy to live with and neither one of us are big believers in staying together for the kids. No, living with me and putting up with my crap is no easy thing, so I can only conclude that she must love me far more than I deserve. Tracy, I love you so very much and I am so glad that you are my wife and my best friend. I would not be half the man I am today if it were not for you, so happy birthday. Love, Eric ###### Related articles - [Dream talk](http://kate0murray.wordpress.com/2014/03/05/dream-talk/) (kate0murray.wordpress.com) - [Truth Hurts](http://kate0murray.wordpress.com/2014/01/03/truth-hurts/) (kate0murray.wordpress.com) - [Planning an exciting and unexpected surprise birthday party](http://www.redenvelope.com/blog/planning-an-exciting-and-unexpected-surprise) (redenvelope.com) - [Flying Machines](http://currankentucky.wordpress.com/2014/03/06/flying-machines/) (currankentucky.wordpress.com) - [How I Survived A Tornado](http://gettingontop.wordpress.com/2014/03/05/how-i-survived-a-tornado/) (gettingontop.wordpress.com) - [When Amateurs Screw Up](http://americanbust.wordpress.com/2014/03/05/when-amateurs-screw-up/) (americanbust.wordpress.com) - [A father’s photos capture the faces of those caring for his son with leukemia](http://www.kansascity.com/2013/08/02/4386348/a-fathers-photos-capture-the-faces.html) (kansascity.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fhappy-birthday-tracy%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2014%2F03%2Fcimg1694.jpg%3Fw%3D300%26h%3D225&description=Happy%20Birthday%2C%20Tracy) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/happy-birthday-tracy/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/happy-birthday-tracy/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/happy-birthday-tracy/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/happy-birthday-tracy/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Happy%20Birthday%2C%20Tracy&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fhappy-birthday-tracy%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** Birthday, Family, happy birthday, love, Relationships, Tracy, Tracy Swett --- ### [40th Birthday Approaching](https://mywriterscramp.com/40th-birthday-approaching/) **Published:** March 1, 2014 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Birthday](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/2013-12-15-11-02-08-575x1024.jpg?resize=373%2C664 "Think of the Children")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/2013-12-15-11-02-08.jpg)So this is the year when I turn forty. Being the end of the next full decade of life, this is supposed to be one of those years that I look back at how little I have accomplished and how little time I have left on this planet. I don’t feel like doing that. I have lived a pretty good life so far, and yes, there are things I screwed up, but without those I wouldn’t have the life I have today. I have an amazing family with a beautiful wife and incredible kids. I have published one book and if the writing god’s allow, I’ll have the second book out before I hit that big four zero. So what is the point of this blog post if I am not going to whine and complain about my age? Simple: I want stuff. That’s right. I want things. Specifically, I want you to buy me things. I’m not silly or ridiculous in my wants, but I have them. Now is your chance to step up and help me get stuff just for surviving another year. It is important to note that the amount of stuff I receive from you directly decreases the chances of me having a midlife crisis in the coming year. Don’t do it for me…do it for the children. Thank you. [Eric’s Wish List](http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/3D3SYXMC332S7/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_ws_5Soetb0EAXC4Y "Eric's Wish List") ###### Related articles - [Midlife Crisis of Infinite Equanimity](http://michaelallanleonard.wordpress.com/2013/09/09/midlife-crisis-of-infinite-equanimity/) (michaelallanleonard.wordpress.com) - [Me, myself, and I. 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Why is that, you say? Well let me tell you. Last week, Tracy and I took a leap of faith and I gave notice on my night job. It added a little extra money to the household coffers, but it took time away from Tracy and the kids that I won’t be able to get back. I knew it was the right choice the moment I told the boys and Connor did his little excited dance and ran over to hug me. It think that my working at night upset him the most. I’m a good guy, so even though the temptation was to just quit, I gave two weeks notice, so my last day will be the last Thursday of the year. Quick on the heels of that I was offered a position with a company that is located so close to my apartment that I could literally walk there and still make it there before Tracy can get to work driving. It is step in a positive direction that will hopefully see us in a house before too long. I’m really excited about this job and look forward to getting started on the 30th of December. So how’s that for a new year? No night job and a new day job right off the bat. Happy New Year indeed! ###### Related articles - [Noosa- Tri 2014](http://aimeebruckner.wordpress.com/2013/12/17/noosa-tri-2014/) (aimeebruckner.wordpress.com) - [The power of no](http://alphalevelnet.wordpress.com/2013/12/03/the-power-of-no/) (alphalevelnet.wordpress.com) - [Are you ready? for 2014](http://vishal4nw.wordpress.com/2013/12/12/are-you-ready-for-2014/) (vishal4nw.wordpress.com) - [Here comes 2014! 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To me those sort of posts seem overly sappy or completely contrived. My goal is to do neither, but I think I may end up more on the side of sappy, so bear with me, okay? I am so thankful for my family. I have a beautiful wife that loves me despite the fact that I am such a screw up. She stands by my side and supports me in everything I do, even when my choices are not always the best. I love you, Tracy. I am thankful for my boys. Connor and Zachary are my soul. They are terrific young men full of so much potential. I love watching them, talking with them, and playing with them. They are not perfect, and there are times I am tempted to lock them outside, but they are going to turn into world changing men some day. Kaitlyn is my heart. She is the perfect little addition to our family, and she has made all of us into so much more than we were before. When I come home and she hugs my leg and squeals, I cannot imagine anything ruining my day. Watching her discover the world around her has been amazing and it makes me eager to start each new day. Last month I lost a good friend. I had only known Jan for a couple of years really, but in that time we were close and talked often. She had a myriad of health problems and it should not have been a surprise to me that she passed away at the beginning of October. She had been sick more and more frequently, and when I stopped hearing from her I suspected the worst. Smetimes I hate being right. I should have written about her passing weeks ago, but I could never bring myself to do it, as if putting words to paper made her death real. I never got to meet Jan in person, but that doesn’t make the loss any less personal. Jan Marie Parupia was my friend, she designed the cover for my first book and the second. She made picture books for my family and sent me art books for Zachary. I am sad that she has gone, but I hope she is at peace and no longer in pain. I am thankful for the time I knew her and look forward to seeing her again some day. ###### Related articles - [Happy Thanksgiving](http://keenontools.wordpress.com/2013/11/28/happy-thanksgiving/) (keenontools.wordpress.com) - [A Short Thanksgiving Poem](http://notthatyouaskedbutttt.wordpress.com/2013/11/28/a-short-thanksgiving-poem/) (notthatyouaskedbutttt.wordpress.com) - [What Are You Thankful For?](http://frombamawithlove.wordpress.com/2013/11/28/what-are-you-thankful-for/) (frombamawithlove.wordpress.com) - [What are you Thankful for?](http://lynnestjames.wordpress.com/2013/11/27/what-are-you-thankful-for/) (lynnestjames.wordpress.com) - [Be Thankful For His Grace](http://ubebetternotbitter.wordpress.com/2013/11/28/be-thankful-for-his-grace/) (ubebetternotbitter.wordpress.com) - [Giving Thanks](http://jennakyui.wordpress.com/2013/11/29/giving-thanks/) (jennakyui.wordpress.com) - [We’re Thankful For…](http://blog.destinationmaternity.com/2013/11/27/were-thankful-for/) (destinationmaternity.com) - [Day 101! 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[![NaNoWriMo: the niche](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2980969909_9ec543d377_m.jpg?resize=230%2C240&ssl=1 "NaNoWriMo: the niche")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/24364103@N04/2980969909)NaNoWriMo: the niche (Photo credit: mpclemens)I’m enjoying the story idea and I will definitely be pursuing it in some fashion, but I know that I’ve fallen far enough behind that there is no making up the difference for me. Honestly, I didn’t think I would be able to hit the 50k mark, but I thought I would do a bit better than I have. Working three jobs with one of them suddenly having an extended deadline left me almost no time to write. As it is I should be working on some stuff for job number three rather than writing this post, but even I need a break every now and then. So where does that leave me, my writing and this blog? Well I’ll go back to focusing my efforts on editing AR2 and working on my science fiction serial. It makes for a very disappointing November, but there is always next year. ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo Paused!](http://knightgwen.wordpress.com/2013/11/13/nanowrimo-paused/) (knightgwen.wordpress.com) - [Help! NaNoWriMo’s almost half over and I’m stuck! What should I do?](http://poppycockpublishing.com/tammyjrizzo/help-nanowrimos-almost-half-over-and-im-stuck-what-should-i-do/) (poppycockpublishing.com) - [Dear NaNoWriMo: Day 12](http://lisenminetti.wordpress.com/2013/11/12/dear-nanowrimo-day-12/) (lisenminetti.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo Adventure Update](http://lonelybrideadventures.wordpress.com/2013/11/12/nanowrimo-adventure-update/) (lonelybrideadventures.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo Day 12: I’ve Written 50,000 Words. 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I thought I would share my progress as of last night, so here you have it: [![Construction worker in San Francisco.](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/300px-Reflecteduniform.jpg?resize=300%2C400&ssl=1 "Construction worker in San Francisco.")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Reflecteduniform.jpg)Construction worker in San Francisco. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)It started with a boom. Somewhere off in the distance there was an explosion. I couldn’t see any smoke, but I was in the heart of downtown Delphi so I wouldn’t see much unless it was happening right in front of me. The massive skyscrapers of the world’s largest new metropolis provided a sense of security that bordered on oppression. Modern building codes made each one resemble a medieval fortress that reached toward the heavens, and their stability protected the people inside from the dangers of the modern world. I shrugged off the noise and continued my walk to the office. My name is Peter West and I am a reporter for the Delphi Oracle. It’s a big paper with a readership in the millions, and that doesn’t even include the online readership. Synthetic paper revitalized the newspaper industry and paved the way for real news to make a comeback. Thirty years ago the only paper left was the New York Times, and it was a shadow of its former self. It had turned into a tabloid rag focused on the celebrities and oddities of the post-war era. No on wanted to read the news back then. Life was hard and being reminded of that was the last thing anyone wanted. Of course I didn’t report any real news, but my business card still said I was a reporter. My beat, if you can call it that, was minor crimes. I spent a lot of time calling police stations and finding out how many purses were snatched that week or if the drunk tank was filled to capacity. I was lucky if something I wrote could be found amongst the other refuse buried at the back of the paper. Still, I was a staff writer so I brought home a paycheck even if nothing got printed. Speaking of my paycheck, I was looking at the diminishing number of credits on my ID card when the second boom echoed through the maze of space between the buildings. “That sounded close,” I said to no one in particular as I looked in the direction of the noise. A twenty-foot tall video screen stuck to the side of a building across the street flashed the call sign of Oracle One, the television arm of the paper, and it was quickly replaced by the grinning visage of Chuck Reed. I couldn’t help but flip the man my middle finger. “Good morning, Delphites. I am Chuck Reed and I have a breaking news story for you.” The smile never left the man’s face ad his teeth were blinding on the over-sized screen. “Captain Supreme has interrupted the robbery of the Sewer Workers Credit Union on Fifth and Ontario by the Human Cannonball. If you’re in the area we recommend that you seek shelter immediately. The Human Cannonball is ranked twenty-fourth on the list of most destructive villains and ninety-eighth on the casualty list. This has been a breaking news update. I am Chuck Reed.” His grinning face was replaced by live images of the two Supers fighting it out. I stood there watching the fight, counting the seconds that passed between the time the Human Cannonball would hit a building and the sound of the impact would reach my ears. By the third such hit the sound reached me in less than a second. A spray of rubble shot out from behind a nearby building and smashed a trio of cars on the street below. I looked around and the streets were empty. Heavy blast doors were sliding into place all around me and I knew that my options for safety had dropped to almost non-existent. “Crap. Oh crap. Oh crap.” I ran away from the sounds of destruction, too terrified to even turn my head to see just how close they were. More by instinct than any intention of self-preservation, I threw myself into an ally and scurried behind a long blue dumpster. A deafening metallic screech was followed by an impact that knocked me flat and made the dumpster buck and leap about like a wild stallion. I rolled to the side, just managing to avoid being crushed by ten tons of garbage. Pulverized concrete peppered me like bird-shot and filled my nose and throat with fine powder. If I wasn’t choking and gagging while trying to catch a breath of clean air, I would have screamed in pain and terror. Everything I ate for breakfast was forcibly ejected from my stomach as my body fought for breath. Despite the burning sensation in my throat and the briney taste in my mouth, it cleared away enough dust to allow some precious air into my lungs. I quickly pulled my shirt over my mouth, curled into a fetal position, and prayed. When the dust settled, and I couldn’t hear the crash of two super powered juggernauts battling any longer, I sat up and looked about the alley. The dumpster was crumpled, smashed, and completely blocked off the exit. Every surface he could see was covered in a fine grey powder. Just the site of it made me want to sneeze, but I held it together in order to keep from knocking the dust into the air and sending me into another fit of gagging and coughing. I stood up but fell back to my knees before I could get all of the way up. I hadn’t noticed the way my ears were ringing or the fact that the ground seemed to be moving from side to side. I shook my head, trying to clear away the sudden fog that clouded my thoughts, but all I succeeded in doing was making myself sick again. I wiped away the vomit and tried to stand again. I was a little more successful on the second try and managed to prop myself up against the wall rather than fall onto the ground. I yawned and swallowed in an attempt to clear the ringing from my ears, and it helped enough to let me hear the wail of sirens. There were still no sounds of fighting, even in the distance, so I looked for a way out of the alley. A quick look around confirmed that the dumpster blocked one entrance and the other was blocked by a heavy loading bay door. The reinforced blast doors were still in place and it could be hours before they were opened up once more. It looked like the only way that I was going to get out was to climb over the dumpster and whatever debris was on the other side. I climbed the misshapen rungs built into the side of the dumpster and lowered myself into the pungent rubbish inside. I probably should have thrown up again if my stomach hadn’t already been emptied twice. I waded through the filth and pulled myself out the other side only to find a twelve-foot tall boulder of concrete and steel. I am not prone to fits of anger, and I rarely swear, but in that moment I let loose a string of expletives that would have done my drill-sergeant father proud. I picked up a chunk of concrete and threw it against the alley wall; then I grabbed a piece of rebar and struck the barrier to my freedom over and over until my arms ached with exertion and blisters formed on my hands. I dropped the metal rod and stared at the colossal grey lump. “Just move, would ya?” I muttered as I leaned my forehead against its rough surface. The chunk of skyscraper started to shake and the movement was accompanied by the muted rat-a-tat-tat of a jackhammer. It took all of five minutes before I heard someone call out, “Fire in the hole!” I’m not a construction guy by any stretch of the imagination, but even I know that is the universal warning that something is about to explode, so I dove to the side, returned to my fetal position, and covered my head with my arms. A loud crack that sounded like a gunshot came first, and it was immediately followed by the much louder crash of thunder that was the concrete boulder splitting in two. Once again I was covered in dust and peppered with little fragments that bit into my skin, but this time a cool breeze filled with the smell of explosives flowed through the breech and I was saved the embarrassment of vomiting once again. A man in dark coveralls wearing a reflective yellow vest and a battered hard hat stepped through the breach and looked around. He jumped back when I stood and said, “Holy shit, man. Are you okay? We didn’t know no one was back here.” He stepped up, grabbed me by the shoulder, and held me up. “You don’t look too bad, but we better get you to a doctor.” He pulled me toward the fissure in the boulder and called out. “Hey, Jimmy, grab a medic would ya?” “You okay, Don?” called another voice from beyond the smoke and dust. “I’m fine, but there was some guy hiding back here.” Don said. He shook my shoulder with every word as if to remind me that my presence was unwanted. “No shit?” “No shit.” Don stepped between the pieces of building and dragged me with him. “He’ll be fine, but you know how it goes.” “Yeah,” Jimmy said, “if we don’t call the doc and he dies, the company gets sued and we lose our jobs. Good call.” Before I knew it Don passed me off to Jimmy who then passed me to another worker who took me to a bench beside a large recreational vehicle with the words Super Recovery stenciled across its side in bright yellow lettering. “Stay right here and the Doc will check ya out.” The nameless construction worker turned and left before I could even say thank you. There were at least twenty men and women around me, and hundreds more were scattered about the street, but they all were busy and none of them was idle. I watched as they slowly broke down the debris that clogged the streets and carted off any wreckage left behind; even the boulder that had blocked my escape from the alley was in the process of being loaded into a machine that crushed the concrete and spit out the rebar. By my estimation the street would be cleared within another fifteen minutes. “It’s really pretty impressive isn’t it,” said a tall, handsome man that approached me from out of a crowd of hard hatred men. “I’ve been with the company for ten years and I’m still amazed by how good they are.” He was taller than me, maybe six-foot-six, and he looked like he belonged in a cologne ad with his blonde hair that was just long enough to move when he walked and his clean shaven, square jaw that might well have been carved by an artist intent on capturing manliness in that one part of his face. “I didn’t even know…” My voice trailed off as a pair of fifteen-foot tall exoskeleton marched past me. Each of them carried a wicked looking gun attached to a large backpack by a hose that was bigger around than my thigh. “Oh, you need to watch this,” the handsome man said as he pointed toward the human-shaped machines. The two of them stopped beside one of the buildings that had suffered a particularly devastating amount of damage to its exterior, and planted their feet at shoulder width apart. They leveled their guns at the building and pulled the trigger. A dark grey, viscous fluid shot out from the barrels and coated the parts of the building that had been cratered by high-velocity impacts or sheered off from the vibrations. The material built up as each layer solidified within seconds and the pilots within the powered suits continued to pour it on until the damaged area were replaced by bulbous protrusions of the new material. The exoskeletons stepped back and a swarm of workmen scurried up the building and chiseled away at the protrusions until they had been flattened to the point of uniformity with the existing building. Another crew sprayed the area with a color blending epoxy that sealed the area and mimicked the color of the original structure. “Incredible,” was all I managed to say as I stared in awe. “Yeah.” The man grabbed my hand and shook it vigorously. “I’m Doctor Pierce and I understand you were out here during the ruckus.” “Um, I guess so,” I said as I shook my head and winced. “I got locked out.” “You’re lucky to be alive I guess,” Doctor Pierce said. “Most of the time when someone gets locked out and the Human Cannonball is on the loose there is not much left to do but clean up the smear left behind.” I looked at the man and said, “You’ll have to forgive me if I don’t feel particularly lucky.” “You’re only saying that because the adrenaline has worn off,” the Doctor said. “Later tonight you’ll be sitting on your couch and it will hit you.” I snorted. “I doubt it.” Doctor Pierce smiled. “Either way, I have to check you out before you’re allowed to go on your merry way.” ###### Related articles - [Why I Still NaNo](http://worldweaverpress.com/2013/11/01/why-i-still-nano/) (worldweaverpress.com) - [Dear NaNoWriMo: Day 5](http://lisenminetti.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/dear-nanowrimo-day-5/) (lisenminetti.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo Day 6](http://wannedering.wordpress.com/2013/11/06/nanowrimo-day-6/) (wannedering.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo Word Sprints -It Might Work For YOU!](http://goingtogermany.wordpress.com/2013/11/06/nanowrimo-word-sprints-it-might-work-for-you/) (goingtogermany.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo and the importance of reckless first drafts](http://heidicvlach.com/2013/11/05/nanowrimo-and-the-importance-of-reckless-first-drafts/) (heidicvlach.com) - [NaNoWriMo 2013 – Still brainstorming](http://www.zanemckenzie.com/?p=269) (zanemckenzie.com) - [NaNoWriMo: The Secret to Hitting 50,000](http://lisaricardclaro.com/2013/11/06/nanowrimo-the-secret-to-hitting-50000/) (lisaricardclaro.com) - [NaNoWriMo Word Count vs. Quality](http://chrishowardsgrouploup.wordpress.com/2013/11/06/nanowrimo-word-count-vs-quality/) (chrishowardsgrouploup.wordpress.com) - [No to NaNoWriMo](http://devajashewaywriting.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/no-to-nanowrimo/) (devajashewaywriting.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWri-Mo Mo Mo Mo!](http://teagansbooks.wordpress.com/2013/11/05/nanowri-mo-mo-mo-mo/) (teagansbooks.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-2013-part-one%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F11%2F300px-Reflecteduniform.jpg&description=NaNoWriMo%202013%20-%20Part%20One) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-part-one/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-part-one/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-part-one/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-part-one/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20NaNoWriMo%202013%20-%20Part%20One&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-2013-part-one%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** villain, comic books, destruction, Fiction, future, National Novel Writing Month, Science fiction, super hero --- ### [Blowing Rock in the Fall](https://mywriterscramp.com/blowing-rock-fall/) **Published:** November 5, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** # BLOWING ROCK I took my family up to the little town of [Blowing Rock](http://www.townofblowingrock.com/ "Blowing Rock, North Carolina") this weekend. It was great getting to spend time with them and I took a lot of pictures of the tremendous fall colors of the mountains and valleys around us. 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We were there on a busy tourist weekend, so we didn’t get to window shop as much as we might have liked, but it was still a lot of fun to walk through town and watch the kids playing in the park. ###### Related articles - [The Blowing Rock](http://ncgrouptwo.wordpress.com/2013/09/11/the-blowing-rock/) (ncgrouptwo.wordpress.com) - [Bloggy Meet 2013- Blowing Rock](http://shanny.wordpress.com/2013/10/16/bloggy-meet-2013-blowing-rock/) (shanny.wordpress.com) - [Blowing Rocks Blue Ridge Parkway](http://gpcooley.com/2013/09/10/blowing-rocks-blue-ridge-parkway/) (gpcooley.com) - [Hiking in Blowing Rock, NC](http://www.livestrong.com/article/561539-hiking-in-blowing-rock-nc/) (livestrong.com) - [Blue Ridge Parkway Fall Color 10/25/13](http://naturalhistorywanderings.com/2013/10/25/blue-ridge-parkway-fall-color-102513/) (naturalhistorywanderings.com) - [Great stops along the Blue Ridge Parkway](http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2013/09/22/blue-ridge-parkway-stops/2828701/) (usatoday.com) - [New trails on Blue Ridge Parkway are labor of love (and money)](http://www.newsobserver.com/2013/11/03/3335678/new-trails-on-blue-ridge-parkway.html) (newsobserver.com) - [Section of Blue Ridge Parkway closed for 2 months for repairs](http://myfox8.com/2013/11/05/section-of-blue-ridge-parkway-closed-for-2-months-for-repairs/) (myfox8.com) - [An Introverted Vacation/”I Have A Need for Solitude” – Mary Chapin Carpenter](http://mlight.typepad.com/moomin_light/2013/10/an-introverted-vacationi-have-a-need-for-solitude-mary-chapin-carpenter.html) (mlight.typepad.com) - [Fall Colors – Along the Blue Ridge Parkway](http://nomadruss.me/2013/10/29/fall-colors-along-the-blue-ridge-parkway/) (nomadruss.me) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblowing-rock-fall%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F11%2F2013-11-02-12-43-35-scaled.jpg&description=Blowing%20Rock%20in%20the%20Fall) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/blowing-rock-fall/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/blowing-rock-fall/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/blowing-rock-fall/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/blowing-rock-fall/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blowing%20Rock%20in%20the%20Fall&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fblowing-rock-fall%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** Travel and Tourism, Valleys, Blowing Rock, Blowing Rock North Carolina, Blue Ridge Parkway, Changing Leaves, Fall, High Country, Mountains, North Carolina --- ### [NaNoWriMo 2013 Update](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-update/) **Published:** October 31, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to ...](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/300px-Mpclemens-29647576721.jpg?resize=300%2C265&ssl=1 "The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to ...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Mpclemens-2964757672.jpg)The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to be portable. Long exposure lit by sweeping an LED flashlight over the scene. clickthing.blogspot.com/2008/10/tennish-anyone.html (Photo credit: Wikipedia)So I have been feverishly working on putting together an outline and a couple of quick character sketches for my 2013 NaNoWriMo attempt, and I finally finished. Okay, I say finished, but really I mean that I have something that I can at least work from. outlining has never been my strong suite. I tend to write with a VERY vague idea about what the story will entail and that often changes a dozen times between the time I start and the time I finish. This has been my first real attempt to outline a story from the beginning, and I hope that it proves useful and that the habit grows on me. Here is a page I found that helped me with my outlining, because you know I need all the help I can get. [Duo-Lit](http://selfpublishingteam.com/6-writing-outline-templates-and-3-reasons-to-use-them/ "6 Writing Outline Templates"). Anyhow, I’ll be posting my output here as I can and I hope you enjoy what you see, but read it fast, because it comes off the blog December 2. ###### Related articles - [How I Prepared for NaNoWriMo](http://thesisterseternal.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/how-i-prepared-for-nanowrimo/) (thesisterseternal.wordpress.com) - [Intro Post for NaNoWriMo](http://swimlindsey.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/intro-post-for-nanowrimo/) (swimlindsey.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo 2013: Want to Write a Novel?](http://elisajosephine.wordpress.com/2013/10/29/nanowrimo-2013-want-to-write-a-novel/) (elisajosephine.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo](http://caterinawriting.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/nanowrimo/) (caterinawriting.wordpress.com) - [Its almost NaNoWriMo!](http://talesofelin.com/2013/10/30/its-almost-nanowrimo/) (talesofelin.com) - [NaNoWriMo… sort of](http://karavansara.wordpress.com/2013/11/01/nanowrimo-sort-of/) (karavansara.wordpress.com) - [Random Rant : NaNoWriMo](http://spasmostar.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/random-rant-nanowrimo/) (spasmostar.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo](http://betweenthelinesandbackagain.wordpress.com/2013/10/30/nanowrimo/) (betweenthelinesandbackagain.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo 2013: Want to Write a Novel?](http://shaunliew.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/nanowrimo-2013-want-to-write-a-novel/) (shaunliew.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-2013-update%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F10%2F300px-Mpclemens-29647576721.jpg&description=NaNoWriMo%202013%20Update) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-update/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-update/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-update/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013-update/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20NaNoWriMo%202013%20Update&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-2013-update%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** Outlining, preparation --- ### [NaNoWriMo 2013](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013/) **Published:** October 25, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to ...](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f8/Mpclemens-2964757672.jpg/300px-Mpclemens-2964757672.jpg "The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to ...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Mpclemens-2964757672.jpg)The setup for NaNoWriMo at home, if I need to be portable. Long exposure lit by sweeping an LED flashlight over the scene. clickthing.blogspot.com/2008/10/tennish-anyone.html (Photo credit: Wikipedia)It is that time of year again. It is [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo") time, and I am going to give it a shot this year despite my rather full plate. I know, you’re saying, “But Eric, you still have to edit AR2 and get it out for your adoring fans to read,” and you would be absolutely right, but I need to push myself in November because I feel like I have let myself get lazy with my writing habits this year and I need a good kick in the shorts to get me revved up again. My original idea for this year was going to be my intended story for last year, but I cannot find my notes, so I need to scurry an outline together in a hurry if I want to go with that SUPER secret concept. If I can’t put that together then I will just do the sequel to my NaNoWriMo from two years ago. I have a lot of it ready to go already, so it would be an easy substitute. Of course, if I have to go that route, it sure makes it look like NaNoWriMo will be a struggle since I can’t even find the time to redo my outline and character notes. I am growing a small group for mutual encouragement, so if you want to join us, just stop by my NaNoWriMo page HERE and add me as a buddy. Good Luck! ###### Related articles - [Obligatory NaNoWriMo Post](http://iamkaijordan.com/2013/10/24/obligatory-nanowrimo-post/) (iamkaijordan.com) - [To NaNoWriMo or Not to NaNoWriMo, that is the Question….](http://annesquared.wordpress.com/2013/10/23/to-nanowrimo-or-not-to-nanowrimo-that-is-the-question/) (annesquared.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo Breakthrough!](http://kstrattt.wordpress.com/2013/10/12/nanowrimo-breakthrough/) (kstrattt.wordpress.com) - [Diving Into NaNoWriMo, Cutting Out Excuses, and A Pile of Links to Help You Write Consistently](http://kristinnador.wordpress.com/2013/10/23/nanowrimo-links/) (kristinnador.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo 2013](http://briandtaylorplays.wordpress.com/2013/10/24/nanowrimo-2013/) (briandtaylorplays.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo](http://jimknowes.wordpress.com/2013/10/23/nanowrimo/) (jimknowes.wordpress.com) - [Tiredness and NaNoWriMo](http://inkprintmagazine.wordpress.com/2013/10/16/tiredness-and-nanowrimo/) (inkprintmagazine.wordpress.com) - [Challenge: NaNoWriMo](http://shannysingh.wordpress.com/2013/10/23/challenge-nanowrimo/) (shannysingh.wordpress.com) - [Gearing up for NaNoWriMo](http://mentalmegalodon.wordpress.com/2013/10/22/gearing-up-for-nanowrimo/) (mentalmegalodon.wordpress.com) - [Countdown to National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) | Accept the Writing Challenge and Turn Pro Now](http://veronicamariajarski.com/2013/10/19/countdown-to-national-novel-writing-month-nanowrimo-accept-the-writing-challenge-and-turn-pro-now/) (veronicamariajarski.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-2013%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fthumb%2Ff%2Ff8%2FMpclemens-2964757672.jpg%2F300px-Mpclemens-2964757672.jpg&description=NaNoWriMo%202013) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-2013/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20NaNoWriMo%202013&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-2013%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo, Science fiction **Tags:** comic books, outlines, Science fiction, super hero --- ### [Teaching The Next Generation](https://mywriterscramp.com/teaching-the-next-generation/) **Published:** August 31, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/wpid-0831131825b.jpg?w=640 "0831131825b.jpg")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/wpid-0831131825b.jpg) Today I started to teach my boys how to play Battletech. It was a proud parent sort of day. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fteaching-the-next-generation%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Teaching%20The%20Next%20Generation) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/teaching-the-next-generation/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/teaching-the-next-generation/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/teaching-the-next-generation/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/teaching-the-next-generation/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Teaching%20The%20Next%20Generation&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fteaching-the-next-generation%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures, Family, BattleTech **Tags:** Battletech, gaming, Kids, MechWarrior, pictures, tabletop --- ### [Twelve Years and So Much Has Changed](https://mywriterscramp.com/hailey-swett-birthday/) **Published:** July 8, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![Hailey Swett, Leukemia](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/dsc_064.jpg?resize=640%2C480)Hailey Swett: Day 1Twelve Years ago yesterday, July 7th, my first born, Hailey Thompson Swett, was born. It was my proudest moment and I couldn’t believe I had a daughter of my own. Tracy and I did not find out what we were having before the birth, and I was sure it was a boy. I was surprised when it turned out to be a girl, but in a good way. She was perfect and I loved her with my entire being. When Leukemia took her away from me I was completely shattered. The only thing that kept me together was the love for my wife. In time we had more children, Zachary, Connor, and finally Kaitlyn. Normally July 7th is a day I dread, because I miss Hailey so much, and being on the other side of the country I cannot even go to her grave to place some flowers or some other memento. This year was a little different. It wasn’t until late in the afternoon that it even dawned on Tracy and I what the day it was. I had thought of the date over and over throughout the date, but it did not dawn on me that it was Hailey’s birthday. I suppose it is a sign that we are healing, and I think having Kaitlyn in our lives is a big part of why. Without Hailey our family felt incomplete, but Kaitlyn has helped to fill that gap. We’ll never forget Hailey, and she will always be a part of the family, but it is nice to think her absence will not be as painful as it once was. ###### Related articles - [Happy First Birthday Archer and Hailey](http://supermansuperwifesuperkids.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/happy-first-birthday-archer-and-hailey/) (supermansuperwifesuperkids.wordpress.com) - [Hailey Lonsdale’s blog](http://battlefieldstourofeurope.wordpress.com/2013/07/07/hailey-lonsdales-blog/) (battlefieldstourofeurope.wordpress.com) - [12-year-old energizes Riley Hospital fundraisers](http://posttrib.suntimes.com/news/lake/21157113-418/12-year-old-energizes-riley-hospital-fundraisers.html) (posttrib.suntimes.com) - [Super Librarian of the Day Vol. 1](http://younglibraryprofessional.com/2013/07/07/super-librarian-of-the-day-vol-1/) (younglibraryprofessional.com) - [the best thing in you…](http://jumpforjoyphotoproject.wordpress.com/2013/06/23/the-best-thing-in-you-2/) (jumpforjoyphotoproject.wordpress.com) - [Quotes of Insperation](http://cjscoffee.wordpress.com/2013/06/23/quotes-of-insperation/) (cjscoffee.wordpress.com) - [Mary Todd Lincoln on Trial (Part 2 of 3)](http://drvitelli.typepad.com/providentia/2012/12/mary-todd-lincoln-on-trial-part-2-of-2.html) (drvitelli.typepad.com) - [Democrats for Religious Liberty](http://freebeacon.com/democrats-for-religious-liberty/) (freebeacon.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fhailey-swett-birthday%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F07%2Fdsc_064.jpg&description=Twelve%20Years%20and%20So%20Much%20Has%20Changed) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/hailey-swett-birthday/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/hailey-swett-birthday/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/hailey-swett-birthday/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/hailey-swett-birthday/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Twelve%20Years%20and%20So%20Much%20Has%20Changed&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fhailey-swett-birthday%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** loss, Swett, birth, Connor, Death, Family, Hailey, healing, Kaitlyn, Leukemia --- ### [100 Word Challenge, Day 280-282](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-280-282/) **Published:** June 21, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![100 word challenge red lightning](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/lightning_skulls_by_ludde1332_zps8c9adf90.jpg?resize=300%2C280&ssl=1)“I don’t know,” Evan said. “He was really angry in the lab. I’ve seen him lose his temper, but I’ve never seen him throw things in the lab, especially when his pet project is being tested. He didn’t even stop when the accident occurred. When he was struck by that energy burst I thought he was going to take it and spit it back at me he was so mad. Thank God it knocked him out. I think he would have killed me.” “He was hurt?” Isis asked. “Yeah. Shit, he almost died,” Evan said. “If I hadn’t been there to save him he probably wouldn’t have survived the shock to his system.” He shook his head and looked off into space, remembering the accident. “I don’t know what happened exactly. I’ve been trying to figure it out, but there is no way there should have been a breech, much less a discharge that would blast the lab that way.” “Why not? And let’s pretend I’m ignorant of the stuff you do in that place.” “The safety protocols are set up in a way that forces unanticipated discharges are funneled out of the lab and into the void,” Evan said. “You see we make it so that the path of least resistance is a series of breakaway doors that lead straight outside. That way if something goes wrong the energy follows the path of least resistance and is funneled into the void.” Evan took another drink of synthskey and was surprised to find it didn’t hurt as much going down. “During the accident there was a containment breech that unleashed an enormous amount of energy, but it didn’t act right. It was like the red lightning was searching for something inside the lab.” “Wait,” Isis said, “how is that possible?” [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge-day-280-282%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F06%2Flightning_skulls_by_ludde1332_zps8c9adf90.jpg&description=100%20Word%20Challenge%2C%20Day%20280-282) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-280-282/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-280-282/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-280-282/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-280-282/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20100%20Word%20Challenge%2C%20Day%20280-282&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge-day-280-282%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** red lightning, safety, 100-Word Challenge, Science fiction, Aldric, Writing, anger, discharge, Evan, Experiment, Fiction, Isis, Path of least resistance --- ### [Missy's Adventure by Guamella Pellegrin](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt-pellegrin-2/) **Published:** June 17, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Here is another entry to my [writing prompt challenge](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt/ "A Little Writing Prompt Challenge") by Guamella Pellegrin. This little vignette is a lot of fun! ## [Missy’s Adventure by Guamella Pellegrin](http://www.flickr.com/photos/75768259@N00/374850338) ## [![Writing Prompt Challenge Guamella Peregrin](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/374850338_1d9de1b243_m.jpg?resize=240%2C160&ssl=1 "Dragon's Flight")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/75768259@N00/374850338) My journey began when I pushed on the screen door and realized, “Hey, there’s a wide world out there!” Scrambling through the open screen doorway, I was off to a good start. Mom was on the telephone, and Dad was at work. Mopsie, our black and white cat, came over to give me a quick tongue-bathing. Now my face shines like that giant yellow ball in the sky. Johnny is over in his yard next door, swinging in his tire swing. I had better hurry and get going before he sees me and tattles. I head toward the rose garden next door. Their sweet scents draw me to them. “Ouch!” This one just stuck me with its thorns! I better keep going before Mrs. Johnson’s puppy, Sparkles, starts barking at me. Uh-oh, what is this? Let me touch it. It looks exactly like the round green balls that Mom brings home from the grocery store, and when she cuts it open, the red part inside tastes sweet and juicy. Mom takes out all of the black seeds in it. Dad loves these, and so do I. Wow! Look at this over here! There’s a house at the top of this pole, where black birds are flying around it, and some sitting on its roof! I guess I had better head back toward home before Mom finds me gone and spanks me. Here it is! I recognize these steps! Let’s see if I can get back up. This wasn’t as easy as I thought. Whew! I am finally up. Now let’s see if I can get back inside. Yes, the door is barely open, and I am now back inside. I am SO-O-O-o-o-o tired, though. I think I will take a short nap now, just a few minutes here on this rug. As I lay my head down, all of a sudden a gigantic brown, fire-breathing dragon swoops down from above, and clamps tightly to my diaper, pulling me high into the air. High over the trees it carries me, its talons gripping my backside.Though scary, I can see all the homes and cars and shops so far down. I feel the mighty whoosh of the dragon’s wings, and the heat from its body right above me. We pass over the ant-sized city, then an unseen archer’s arrow plunges into the dragon’s swollen belly, where a scale is missing, and immediately it turns me loose and down I go. An eagle catches my diaper in its beak and brings me safely to the ground. The city still appears toy-size and I feel like a monster, as the eagle shows me which way to go. Nearby, a whirlwind is moving in the same direction so I follow it all the way back home. Strange that it knew where I lived! The next thing I realize is, I wake up in my bed, and Mom is preparing a tasty breakfast, and as I look down on my sheet, there lies a lone dragon scale! By Guamella Pellegrin June 15, 2013 ###### Related articles - [Mo Mo, Here I Come! by Guam Pellegrin](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt-pellegrin/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Rings and Two Towers (Father’s Day treat)](http://3yearoldsmoviereviews.wordpress.com/2013/06/17/lord-of-the-rings-fellowship-of-the-rings-and-two-towers-fathers-day-treat/) (3yearoldsmoviereviews.wordpress.com) - [Dragon Fate – J.D. 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It has been a long time since I’ve done one, so when I fel it inspired by the pictures here, well, a writing prompt was born. Anyone who knows me can tell you how much I love my kids. There is nothing I wouldn’t do for them and no sacrifice I would not endure. My friend, Catherine, watches my kids during the day and often sends my wife and I pictures of our youngest. One of the pictures today was quite inspirational and some friends of mine took it upon themselves to do a little photoshop action and the results are fabulous! It got me thinking that these pics could make for a fun writing prompt. So here is your challenge; write up a story or poem for one of the two pictures and post it on your blog (or you can email it to me and I’ll post it here) and I’ll share it here. I’ll post a poll for voting and the winner gets a copy of my book and bragging rights. The rules are simple. 1\. There is no minimum or maximum length requirement. 2\. Give me a link or a copy of the story by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on June 21st, 2013. 3\. Have fun with it. There you have it. Now get to it! ![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/babydemolition_zps5b77cfcd.jpg?resize=640%2C422)Kaitlyn in Suburbia! by [Steve Pashley](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Internet-Marketing-Strategies/215669791784385 "Internet Marketing Strategies")###### Related articles - [Writing That You Can See Postponed](http://www.deanwesleysmith.com/?p=9338) (deanwesleysmith.com) - [The Challenge of Creativity](http://stephanie-hurt.com/2013/06/14/the-challenge-of-creativity/) (stephanie-hurt.com) - [Busy Writing, Working, Editing & Living!](http://awritersfountain.wordpress.com/2013/06/13/busy-writing-working-editing-living/) (awritersfountain.wordpress.com) - [Friday writing challenge: 15 minutes of…](http://imadealiyah.wordpress.com/2013/06/07/friday-writing-challenge-15-minutes-of/) (imadealiyah.wordpress.com) - [Weekend writing](http://liz8086.wordpress.com/2013/06/02/weekend-writing/) (liz8086.wordpress.com) - [Deceit](http://lenadealmeida.wordpress.com/2013/05/18/hidden/) (lenadealmeida.wordpress.com) - [Julie Mayhew challenges you…To get writing!](http://hotkeyblog.wordpress.com/2013/06/11/julie-mayhew-challenges-you-to-get-writing/) (hotkeyblog.wordpress.com) - [Writing Challenge Thoughts](http://tobiasmastgrave.wordpress.com/2013/05/24/writing-challenge-thoughts/) (tobiasmastgrave.wordpress.com) - [Popping With The Prompts](http://crankycaregiver.wordpress.com/2013/06/11/popping-with-the-prompts/) (crankycaregiver.wordpress.com) - [First Friday Prompts](http://thestarvingwriterblog.wordpress.com/2013/06/07/first-friday-prompts/) (thestarvingwriterblog.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwriting-prompt%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fimage2013-06-14_zps27f28a63.jpg&description=A%20Little%20Writing%20Prompt%20Challenge) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/writing-prompt/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Little%20Writing%20Prompt%20Challenge&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwriting-prompt%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Contests, Guest Posts, Pictures, Writing, Family **Tags:** Picture, Rampage. Apocalypse, Suburbia, writing challenge, Writing Exercises, Writing Prompt, baby, Cute, Friday, Kaitlyn --- ### [My Wife and Kids, They Get Me](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-wife-and-kids-they-get-me/) **Published:** June 9, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/wpid-0609131112.jpg?w=640)](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/wpid-0609131112.jpg) This little bobble head was my father’s day present this morning. 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It has been a while since I have given any sort of life update, so here it is. My kids are awesome. I know I am biased, but they are. I am so lucky to have them all. I wish I got to spend more time with them, but work keeps me away. I take advantage of every minute I get…or at least I try to. Connor finished another great season of soccer. His team made it to the championships, but they lost a nail-biter 2-1. He came away feeling good and with a few things to work on before the fall. He is still doing karate and achieved his high-green belt this spring. If he keeps this up he could be a black belt by high school. [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/wpid-0508132014.jpg?w=640 "0508132014.jpg")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/wpid-0508132014.jpg) Zachary has found something he can be passionate about: bowling. He looks forward to it every weekend and has been participating in tournaments too. He even won $40 in scholarship money. A couple of weeks ago he participated in a ProAm and got 17th place out of 75 kids. I love watching him thrive and have fun every weekend. Zachary went on three-day field trip to the coast a couple of weeks ago and had a great time. The report we got from his chaperone was that he is a well mannered and well behaved young man. Tracy and I are so proud. [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/wpid-0508130510.jpg?w=640 "0508130510.jpg")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/wpid-0508130510.jpg) Kaitlyn. Oh my goodness, Kaitlyn. She is over seven months old now, and I’ll admit she has me wrapped around her finger. She is not quite crawling yet, but she is sitting up and rolling around like a champ. She is a big girl (taking after Zachary here) and she is as happy a baby as I could ask for. She is teething now, so we are back to waking up once a night, but there are worse things. [![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/wpid-img953606.jpg?w=640 "IMG953606.jpg")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/wpid-img953606.jpg) My wife, Tracy, is still my rock and is always there even when I don’t think I deserve her. She continues to sell products from Thirty-One Gifts in addition to her fulltime job, and while it doesn’t go as well as she would like, she is making progress and I am proud of her. We are trying to get a house next year and that means eliminating debt and adding to savings for the rest of the year. As part of this grand push I have started cleaning offices again, only now I am doing it five nights a week instead of three. The pace has been brutal and everything else has been pushed down on the priority list. My writing. Oh how it suffers from deprivation. If my writing was a pet I would have to consider giving it up for adoption. I intended to have the sequel to[ Apocalypse Rising](https://mywriterscramp.com/mybooks/ "Apocalypse Rising") ready for publishing by now, but I have not yet finished the first draft. I plan on doing more editing on my own this time, so if I have it published by the end of summer I will call it a win. I am doing a re-edit on Apocalypse Rising as well so that I can get a second edition out and submit it to a couple of publishers as well. With the one year anniversary of it’s publication rapidly approaching I thought it best to give it that extra once over. I started a zombie based short story I had planned on submitting to an anthology, but my time crunched claimed it as a victim. I am thinking I may expand on it and put it out as a novella around Halloween. My dark science fiction piece that I am serializing here continues on and promises to only get better. Keep your eyes open for some updates coming soon. When I stated writing this blog post I was thinking about my life and how it felt like I was stuck in the crowd. No matter how hard I work I can never get ahead of where I am and where I have been for the last few years. I was reminded of watching long distance runners. There are always a handful of people out in front, but most people are stuck in the pack in the middle. When one person tries to emerge from the pack the rest of them strive to keep up and ultimately that person is reabsorbed into the mass at the middle. I’m not saying that I have done a lot to try and break free, or that anyone is keeping me back, but it sure feels like that is the position I am in. Perhaps this is the year I work hard to put myself in the position to break loose and free myself from the herd. Well I imagine that is enough of an update for now. There will be some more in the near future. Thank you for reading. ###### Related articles - [A Clockwork Ballet – Mechanized Masterpieces](http://jaurelguay.wordpress.com/2013/05/13/a-clockwork-ballet-mechanized-masterpieces/) (jaurelguay.wordpress.com) - [It’s gone](http://tipofthequill.wordpress.com/2013/05/13/its-gone/) (tipofthequill.wordpress.com) - [Write out loud](http://staciadcastonguay.wordpress.com/2013/05/21/write-out-loud/) (staciadcastonguay.wordpress.com) - [Revision Update: Stuck in the Middle](http://aspiringwriter.co.uk/2013/04/26/revision-update-stuck-in-the-middle/) (aspiringwriter.co.uk) - [Update This And Update That](http://spilledxink.wordpress.com/2013/03/30/update-this-and-update-that/) (spilledxink.wordpress.com) - [Lessons from the End of the World](http://eunoiasolstice.wordpress.com/2013/05/11/lessons-from-the-end-of-the-world/) (eunoiasolstice.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fracing-from-the-middle-of-the-pack%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Racing%20From%20the%20Middle%20of%20the%20Pack) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/racing-from-the-middle-of-the-pack/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/racing-from-the-middle-of-the-pack/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/racing-from-the-middle-of-the-pack/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/racing-from-the-middle-of-the-pack/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Racing%20From%20the%20Middle%20of%20the%20Pack&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fracing-from-the-middle-of-the-pack%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Writing, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Zachary, Connor, Family, halloween, Kaitlyn, pictures, work --- ### [Another Update and A Contest!](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-update-and-a-contest/) **Published:** February 21, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Apocalypse Rising Track](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2837508033_9e55211ac9_m.jpg?resize=180%2C240&ssl=1 "Apocalypse Rising Track")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/69718609@N00/2837508033)Apocalypse Rising Track (Photo credit: amber\_h)So it turns out that I do not have carpal tunnel syndrome. What I am suffering with is a pinched nerve in my elbow. I now have drugs and I am doing well enough to get back to work on my second job and on my writing. Tomorrow morning there will be a 100-Word update for the first time in about a week. On that note, I am thinking that instead of calling it 100-Word Challenge, Day xxx-xxx I need to come up with a title for the story. As a sort of contest I invite you, my readers, to offer up a suggestion for the title. As a prize you will get recognition for the title in a future post declaring the winner, your name in the novelized version of the story and a paperback copy of my first novel,[ Apocalypse Rising](http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Rising-Eric-Swett/dp/1477524533/ref=tmm_pap_title_0 "Apocalypse Rising on Amazon"). Submit as many titles as you’d like. I will pick my favorites from the list and post a poll to see what everyone else thinks before announcing the winner on March 6th. Tell a friend and share the wealth! I look forward to seeing your suggestions! ###### Related articles - [5 Tips to Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome](http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=5-tips-to-treat-carpal-tunnel-syndrome) (scientificamerican.com) - [On Monday, We Wear Needles](http://sitcomofmylife.com/2013/02/20/on-monday-we-wear-needles-2/) (sitcomofmylife.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fanother-update-and-a-contest%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F02%2F2837508033_9e55211ac9_m.jpg&description=Another%20Update%20and%20A%20Contest%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-update-and-a-contest/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-update-and-a-contest/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-update-and-a-contest/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-update-and-a-contest/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Another%20Update%20and%20A%20Contest%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fanother-update-and-a-contest%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** pinched nerve, Science fiction, Title, Amazon, Carpal tunnel, Carpal tunnel syndrome, contest, Fiction, health --- ### [A Quick Update For the Curious](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update-for-the-curious/) **Published:** February 18, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Computer Mouse, Mousepad & Hand](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/5297464066_5164869e8e_m.jpg?resize=240%2C180&ssl=1 "Computer Mouse, Mousepad & Hand")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/93592462@N00/5297464066)Computer Mouse, Mousepad & Hand (Photo credit: Si1very)Posting will be slow for a bit. It appears I may have a little carpal tunnel going on in my left hand (yeah, the baby has a stronger grip right now). Sadly enough, I am not a very good one-handed typist. I feel about worthless and have a newly remembered respect for those missing a hand or without the use of one. This sucks. I can’t even put on my shaving cream without making a mess. [![nat scheren](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/75px-Nat_scheren.jpg?resize=75%2C61&ssl=1 "nat scheren")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Nat_scheren.jpg)nat scheren (Photo credit: Wikipedia)My visit to the doctor this Wednesday can’t come fast enough. Any advice on healing faster would be greatly appreciated. On a brighter note: My kid thinks I’m awesome. [Hero Project](http://www.myhero.com/go/hero.asp?hero=Eric_emis_US_2013_ul "Eric S.") ###### Related articles - [Why we need to be curious?](http://iamvicrushworth.wordpress.com/2013/02/18/why-be-need-to-be-curious/) (iamvicrushworth.wordpress.com) - [Because Sometimes You Just Have To Get Started](http://durnmoosemovies.wordpress.com/2013/02/07/because-sometimes-you-just-have-to-get-started-hit-by-a-bus/) (durnmoosemovies.wordpress.com) - [5 Days After Carpel Tunnel Surgery](http://lookupatthesky.wordpress.com/2013/01/29/5-days-after-carpel-tunnel-surgery/) (lookupatthesky.wordpress.com) - [The dangers of laptops](http://ucfknight4life.wordpress.com/2013/02/08/the-dangers-of-laptops/) (ucfknight4life.wordpress.com) - [Faith and Foolishness](http://darenwendell.wordpress.com/2013/02/09/faith-and-foolishness/) (darenwendell.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-quick-update-for-the-curious%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F02%2F5297464066_5164869e8e_m.jpg&description=A%20Quick%20Update%20For%20the%20Curious) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update-for-the-curious/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update-for-the-curious/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update-for-the-curious/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-quick-update-for-the-curious/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Quick%20Update%20For%20the%20Curious&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-quick-update-for-the-curious%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Carpal tunnel, Carpal tunnel syndrome, hero, kid, Pain, People, Zachary --- ### [Goals are Good...In Moderation](https://mywriterscramp.com/goals-are-good-in-moderation/) **Published:** January 23, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![goal](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/01/4805089632_4f7204b41d_m.jpg?resize=240%2C80 "goal")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/18090920@N07/4805089632)goal (Photo credit: Sean MacEntee)This morning I read a post by [Philip Athans](https://twitter.com/PhilAthans "@PhilAthans on Twitter") about setting Writing Goals (I’ll share the link below), but it is worth reading by everyone. By Mister Athans’s way of thinking it is important to set goals, but just as importantly we need to set goals that are attainable and we need to be flexible enough to avoid fixating on our goals to the point of sacrificing the other things in your life in order to achieve the goal. To my way of thinking a little sacrifice is okay, but slavish adherence to the completion of a goal can be more devastating than failing to complete the original goal. I am a firm believer in moderation. It is okay to work hard toward a goal and to give up some thing with the intention of achieving that goal, but it is important to consider the consequences of your sacrifice. Giving up all of your free time in the name of achieving your goal might allow you to reach the prize, but is the payoff going to be worth it? Personally, my writing time has suffered over the last six months and I have missed a number of goals I had set for myself, but I spent most of that precious time to be with my family or to catch a little extra sleep. Do I wish that I had met my goals? Yes. Absolutely. Do I regret not spending more time working toward my goal? No, because to do so would have meant abandoning my family during a time of change when we all have had to make sacrifices. So tell me, what goals have you set this for this year and how much are you willing to give up to achieve them? ###### Related articles - [What Are Your Writing Goals for 2013?](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2013/01/22/what-are-your-writing-goals-for-2013/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Goal setting the right way](http://www.howictheworld.com/2013/01/goalsetting/) (howictheworld.com) - [Resolutions, 2013](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2013/01/01/resolutions-2013/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Sit Your Ass Down and Do It!](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2013/01/15/sit-your-ass-down-and-do-it/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Goodbye Resolutions and Goals. Hello Intentions!](http://dancurtis.ca/2013/01/09/goodbye-resolutions-and-goals-hello-intentions/) (dancurtis.ca) - [Every Writer Must Have Intellectual Curiosity](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2013/01/08/every-writer-must-have-intellectual-curiosity/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Triumph Over Tragedy: Anthology Release](http://authortlgray.wordpress.com/2013/01/10/triumph-over-tragedy-anthology-release/) (authortlgray.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgoals-are-good-in-moderation%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F01%2F4805089632_4f7204b41d_m.jpg&description=Goals%20are%20Good...In%20Moderation) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/goals-are-good-in-moderation/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/goals-are-good-in-moderation/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/goals-are-good-in-moderation/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/goals-are-good-in-moderation/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Goals%20are%20Good...In%20Moderation&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgoals-are-good-in-moderation%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Goal, Goal setting, moderation, Motivation, Philip Athans, SMART criteria --- ### [Melissa McPhail's Take On Magic Systems](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems/) **Published:** January 4, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Please enjoy this guest post by Melissa McPhail, author of the spellbinding epic fantasy, *Cephrael’s Hand.* Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including a Kindle Fire, $450 in Amazon gift cards, and 5 autographed copies of the book. # My Take on Magic Systems # A guest post by Melissa McPhail One of the most enticing aspects of writing fantasy is developing a magic system. The author’s magic system is inextricably woven into their world and contributes greatly to the reader’s vision of the world overall. The way a system is created either makes the world seem real or unreal, depending on how well the author has grounded the system with laws and limitations. For example, scientists in our own world have defined laws—inertia, gravity, the periodic table—that describe the physical limitations and properties of energy. We don’t expect a stone to rise upwards when we throw it, but we might believe it could float if it were somehow made of helium. Likewise in a fantasy world, it’s important to codify the system with laws and rules (and to stick to those rules once established), to set boundaries for what the magician can and cannot do with magic, and to establish consequences for and ramifications of magical misuse. This all shows that magic systems require significant thought and research on the author’s part to develop realistically. Yet for all of this, the manner in which one might design and describe the magical process is potentially limitless—there are as many magical systems as there are fantasy novels, and equally as many readers eager to pontificate on their pros and cons and/or to organize the systems into categories and types. The one thing most magic systems have in common, however, is that they all handle energy. Whether that energy is spiritual, omnipotent, corporeal, or derives from physical objects or living things, the working of arcane arts surrounds the manipulation of energy. I designed the magic in *Cephrael’s Hand* based on scientists’ existing understanding of electrical fields. The process of thought has been scientifically proven to produce energy, and human bodies are known to generate electrical fields. For the magic in Alorin, I proposed that all living things produce a metaphysical energy which is formless but which flows across the world in natural currents. This energy is called *elae.* This is the energy a magician of Alorin uses to produce arcane workings. *How* he does this is the creative part. In *Cephrael’s Hand*, all things are formed of patterns. A single leaf derives its pattern from the larger pattern of its motherly oak. The snowflake harbors the pattern of a storm. Rivers form patterns that mimic the pattern of the world, and a living man harbors within him the pattern of his immortality. These inherent patterns collect and compel energy (*elae*) toward a certain purpose—growth, action, states of change. To compel energy, a magician of Alorin (called a *wielder*) must learn to first identify and then usurp control over the pattern of a thing in order to command it. This is a laborious process requiring a lifetime of study. Unlike wielders, the *Adepts* in *Cephrael’s Hand* are born with the ability to manipulate certain patterns. Adept Healers can see creation patterns (life patterns) and mend them where they’ve become frayed. Truthreaders can hear certain thoughts and read minds to see what a man saw versus what he *says* he saw. Nodefinders have the ability to move long distances with a single step by traveling on the pattern of the world. And Wildlings tap into a variant aspect of the lifeforce called *elae* to shapeshift or even skip through time, among other intriguing talents. The last type of Adept can sense the patterns of nonliving things—stone, air, water, fire, etc.—and use those patterns to compel the elements themselves. Adepts are limited by nature of their birth—they can only inherently work one category of patterns. They are limited by their training, their inherent intelligence, talent and ability. And of course, like us in real life, they are limited by their own vision of their capabilities. Above all of these limitations, we find Adepts limited by “Balance.” The concept of Balance draws from my studies of Eastern philosophies. It is the high governing force, the yen and yang, karma, cause and effect, fate. It’s as esoteric and arcane as these concepts imply. How far can the Balance be pushed in one direction without lashing back at the wielder? Which actions stretch it and which ones defy it? Balance is a complex and complicated subject—as difficult to define as our own world’s myriad competing religions. The only real agreement on the subject of Balance is that all magical workings stretch the Balance to some degree. Understanding how far they can be stretched without snapping is central to survival in the arcane arts. The concept of Balance provides, well, the “balancing” force to all magical workings in *Cephrael’s Hand* and is central to its plot. You see, the entire realm of Alorin is out of Balance and magic is dying—and the Adept race dies along with it. [![Cephrael Tour Badge](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/01/cephrael-tour-badge.png?resize=235%2C572)](http://www.novelpublicity.com/cephrael/)As part of this special promotional extravaganza sponsored by Novel Publicity, the price of the *Cephrael’s Hand* eBook edition is just 99 cents this week. What’s more, by purchasing this fantastic book at an incredibly low price, you can enter to win many awesome prizes. The prizes include a Kindle Fire, $450 in Amazon gift cards, and 5 autographed copies of the book. All the info you need to win one of these amazing prizes is [RIGHT HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/cephrael/). Remember, winning is as easy as clicking a button or leaving a blog comment–easy to enter; easy to win! **To win the prizes:** 1\. [Purchase your copy of *Cephrael’s Hand* for just 99 cents](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046A9VLO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=novelpubli-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046A9VLO)2. 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Visit today’s featured social media event **About *Cephrael’s Hand*:** Two brothers find themselves on opposite sides of a great battle, neither knowing the other is alive… A traitor works in exile while preparing for the disaster only he knows is coming… A race of beings from beyond the fringe of the universe begin unmaking the world from within… And all across the land, magic is dying. *Cephrael’s Hand* is the first novel in the award-winning series *A Pattern of Shadow and Light.* ***Get it on [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046A9VLO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=novelpubli-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046A9VLO) or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cephraels-hand-melissa-mcphail/1112315587?ean=9781257953493).*** **About the author:** Melissa McPhail is a classically trained pianist, violinist and composer, a Vinyasa yoga instructor, and an avid Fantasy reader. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, their twin daughters and two very large cats. *****Visit Melissa on [her website](http://melissamcphail.com/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/melissagmcphail), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/cephraelshand), or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4414232.Melissa_McPhail).***** [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmelissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F01%2Fcephrael-tour-badge.png&description=Melissa%20McPhail%26%23039%3Bs%20Take%20On%20Magic%20Systems) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Melissa%20McPhail%27s%20Take%20On%20Magic%20Systems&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmelissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing **Tags:** Melissa McPhail, physical limitations, Amazon Kindle, epic fantasy, fantasy novels, fantasy world, Kindle Fire, magic, magic systems --- ### [Melissa McPhail's Take On Magic Systems](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2/) **Published:** January 4, 2013 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Please enjoy this guest post by Melissa McPhail, author of the spellbinding epic fantasy, *Cephrael’s Hand.* Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including a Kindle Fire, $450 in Amazon gift cards, and 5 autographed copies of the book. # My Take on Magic Systems # A guest post by Melissa McPhail One of the most enticing aspects of writing fantasy is developing a magic system. The author’s magic system is inextricably woven into their world and contributes greatly to the reader’s vision of the world overall. The way a system is created either makes the world seem real or unreal, depending on how well the author has grounded the system with laws and limitations. For example, scientists in our own world have defined laws—inertia, gravity, the periodic table—that describe the physical limitations and properties of energy. We don’t expect a stone to rise upwards when we throw it, but we might believe it could float if it were somehow made of helium. Likewise in a fantasy world, it’s important to codify the system with laws and rules (and to stick to those rules once established), to set boundaries for what the magician can and cannot do with magic, and to establish consequences for and ramifications of magical misuse. This all shows that magic systems require significant thought and research on the author’s part to develop realistically. Yet for all of this, the manner in which one might design and describe the magical process is potentially limitless—there are as many magical systems as there are fantasy novels, and equally as many readers eager to pontificate on their pros and cons and/or to organize the systems into categories and types. The one thing most magic systems have in common, however, is that they all handle energy. Whether that energy is spiritual, omnipotent, corporeal, or derives from physical objects or living things, the working of arcane arts surrounds the manipulation of energy. I designed the magic in *Cephrael’s Hand* based on scientists’ existing understanding of electrical fields. The process of thought has been scientifically proven to produce energy, and human bodies are known to generate electrical fields. For the magic in Alorin, I proposed that all living things produce a metaphysical energy which is formless but which flows across the world in natural currents. This energy is called *elae.* This is the energy a magician of Alorin uses to produce arcane workings. *How* he does this is the creative part. In *Cephrael’s Hand*, all things are formed of patterns. A single leaf derives its pattern from the larger pattern of its motherly oak. The snowflake harbors the pattern of a storm. Rivers form patterns that mimic the pattern of the world, and a living man harbors within him the pattern of his immortality. These inherent patterns collect and compel energy (*elae*) toward a certain purpose—growth, action, states of change. To compel energy, a magician of Alorin (called a *wielder*) must learn to first identify and then usurp control over the pattern of a thing in order to command it. This is a laborious process requiring a lifetime of study. Unlike wielders, the *Adepts* in *Cephrael’s Hand* are born with the ability to manipulate certain patterns. Adept Healers can see creation patterns (life patterns) and mend them where they’ve become frayed. Truthreaders can hear certain thoughts and read minds to see what a man saw versus what he *says* he saw. Nodefinders have the ability to move long distances with a single step by traveling on the pattern of the world. And Wildlings tap into a variant aspect of the lifeforce called *elae* to shapeshift or even skip through time, among other intriguing talents. The last type of Adept can sense the patterns of nonliving things—stone, air, water, fire, etc.—and use those patterns to compel the elements themselves. Adepts are limited by nature of their birth—they can only inherently work one category of patterns. They are limited by their training, their inherent intelligence, talent and ability. And of course, like us in real life, they are limited by their own vision of their capabilities. Above all of these limitations, we find Adepts limited by “Balance.” The concept of Balance draws from my studies of Eastern philosophies. It is the high governing force, the yen and yang, karma, cause and effect, fate. It’s as esoteric and arcane as these concepts imply. How far can the Balance be pushed in one direction without lashing back at the wielder? Which actions stretch it and which ones defy it? Balance is a complex and complicated subject—as difficult to define as our own world’s myriad competing religions. The only real agreement on the subject of Balance is that all magical workings stretch the Balance to some degree. Understanding how far they can be stretched without snapping is central to survival in the arcane arts. The concept of Balance provides, well, the “balancing” force to all magical workings in *Cephrael’s Hand* and is central to its plot. You see, the entire realm of Alorin is out of Balance and magic is dying—and the Adept race dies along with it. [![Cephrael Tour Badge](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2013/01/cephrael-tour-badge.png?resize=235%2C572)](http://www.novelpublicity.com/cephrael/)As part of this special promotional extravaganza sponsored by Novel Publicity, the price of the *Cephrael’s Hand* eBook edition is just 99 cents this week. What’s more, by purchasing this fantastic book at an incredibly low price, you can enter to win many awesome prizes. The prizes include a Kindle Fire, $450 in Amazon gift cards, and 5 autographed copies of the book. All the info you need to win one of these amazing prizes is [RIGHT HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/cephrael/). Remember, winning is as easy as clicking a button or leaving a blog comment–easy to enter; easy to win! **To win the prizes:** 1\. [Purchase your copy of *Cephrael’s Hand* for just 99 cents](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046A9VLO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=novelpubli-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046A9VLO)2. 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Visit today’s featured social media event **About *Cephrael’s Hand*:** Two brothers find themselves on opposite sides of a great battle, neither knowing the other is alive… A traitor works in exile while preparing for the disaster only he knows is coming… A race of beings from beyond the fringe of the universe begin unmaking the world from within… And all across the land, magic is dying. *Cephrael’s Hand* is the first novel in the award-winning series *A Pattern of Shadow and Light.* ***Get it on [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046A9VLO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=novelpubli-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046A9VLO) or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cephraels-hand-melissa-mcphail/1112315587?ean=9781257953493).*** **About the author:** Melissa McPhail is a classically trained pianist, violinist and composer, a Vinyasa yoga instructor, and an avid Fantasy reader. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, their twin daughters and two very large cats. *****Visit Melissa on [her website](http://melissamcphail.com/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/melissagmcphail), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/cephraelshand), or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4414232.Melissa_McPhail).***** [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmelissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F01%2Fcephrael-tour-badge.png&description=Melissa%20McPhail%27s%20Take%20On%20Magic%20Systems) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/melissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Melissa%20McPhail%27s%20Take%20On%20Magic%20Systems&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmelissa-mcphails-take-on-magic-systems-2%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Guest Posts, Writing **Tags:** Melissa McPhail, physical limitations, Amazon Kindle, epic fantasy, fantasy novels, fantasy world, Kindle Fire, magic, magic systems --- ### [It's the End of the World...So Why Not Enjoy a Free Book?](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book/) **Published:** December 21, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/apocolypserisingcover-g.jpg?resize=287%2C368)Cover Art by Jan Marie ParupiaSome people have it in their heads that the world ends today because the today is the last day on the Mayan Long Calendar. Personally I think people are off. I mean, seriously, today is the last day of the Calendar…the world ends tomorrow. Duh. Anyhow, I decided that to celebrate the winter solstice/end of the world by offering up my first novel, Apocalypse Rising, for free on Smashwords.com. All you have to do is click [here](https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/164909 "Apocalypse Rising") and buy the e-book. Plug in Coupon Code VK94B and you get your free copy. Don’t wait for long. The coupon is good for December 21, 2012 only. If the world is still here tomorrow you’ll have to go back to paying for the book. ###### Related articles - [Happy Feast of the Moon](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2012/12/18/happy-feast-of-the-moon/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Creative Writing Prompts for the End of the World!](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2012/12/creative-writing-prompts-for-the-end-of-the-world/) (howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F12%2Fapocolypserisingcover-g.jpg&description=It%26%23039%3Bs%20the%20End%20of%20the%20World...So%20Why%20Not%20Enjoy%20a%20Free%20Book%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20It%27s%20the%20End%20of%20the%20World...So%20Why%20Not%20Enjoy%20a%20Free%20Book%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Coupon, December 21 2012, E-book, Free Books, Maya calendar, Smashwords.com --- ### [It's the End of the World...So Why Not Enjoy a Free Book?](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2/) **Published:** December 21, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/apocolypserisingcover-g.jpg?resize=287%2C368)Cover Art by Jan Marie ParupiaSome people have it in their heads that the world ends today because the today is the last day on the Mayan Long Calendar. Personally I think people are off. I mean, seriously, today is the last day of the Calendar…the world ends tomorrow. Duh. Anyhow, I decided that to celebrate the winter solstice/end of the world by offering up my first novel, Apocalypse Rising, for free on Smashwords.com. All you have to do is click [here](https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/164909 "Apocalypse Rising") and buy the e-book. Plug in Coupon Code VK94B and you get your free copy. Don’t wait for long. The coupon is good for December 21, 2012 only. If the world is still here tomorrow you’ll have to go back to paying for the book. ###### Related articles - [Happy Feast of the Moon](http://fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2012/12/18/happy-feast-of-the-moon/) (fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com) - [Creative Writing Prompts for the End of the World!](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2012/12/creative-writing-prompts-for-the-end-of-the-world/) (howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F12%2Fapocolypserisingcover-g.jpg&description=It%27s%20the%20End%20of%20the%20World...So%20Why%20Not%20Enjoy%20a%20Free%20Book%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20It%27s%20the%20End%20of%20the%20World...So%20Why%20Not%20Enjoy%20a%20Free%20Book%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-the-end-of-the-world-so-why-not-enjoy-a-free-book-2%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Coupon, December 21 2012, E-book, Free Books, Maya calendar, Smashwords.com --- ### [What is the Answer?](https://mywriterscramp.com/what-is-the-answer/) **Published:** December 15, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** When I first thought about writing this post I had a lot of things I wanted to say and there was going to be very little filtering involved, but I’ve had a little time to calm down and to measure my words carefully. I may say some things you disagree with and if you stop reading that is fine. You have a right not to read what I have to say. I hope that you will consider what I say as my honest feelings and respect them for what they are. With that being said, I am going to mention some things I have seen posted by friends on facebook and elsewhere. I am not going to call those friends out and I respect their right to say what they believe, but I wanted to be upfront with what may seem hypocritical on the surface. Now, if you are ready to continue, read on and leave whatever comments you would like. I only ask that you keep things respectful.When I first heard about the shooting in Connecticut yesterday, I was at work and it was nearly one o’clock. I was busy and detached from the news outlets, so it wasn’t until I heated up my lunch and hopped online that I heard about the shooting. I was horrified and for the first time in my life since 9-11, I was glued to the news. I had to know what was happening and the more details the better. I texted my wife, told her to hold our kids close and to meet our oldest at the bus stop. She had not heard about the shooting either. As I sat at my desk hitting the refresh button and looking for the minute to minute updates I cried. My boys are in second and fourth grade, the same ages as the children killed in this senseless act of violence. If it could happen there, why not here in Mooresville. I had to fight the urge to leave work and pick up my oldest from school (Connor was home sick). I would have given anything to hold my children in my arms at that moment. Fortunately, I had a customer call with a problem that kept me busy pretty much until it was time for me to leave, so I was spared some of the self torture I was inflicting upon myself. In the aftermath of the shooting there are a few things I thought about and saw that I wanted to address here. This is the part you might be offended by, so be ready. First, I have never been a big gun control person. I tend to think that there are certain things that everyday people should not have access to. Assault weapons, armor piercing bullets and body armor are just a few of those things. My father explained to me when I was younger that the right to bear arms is not so much about protecting yourself from criminals or those that would harm you as much as it is about being able to resist the government should they ever try to take away our personal liberties. It made sense to me. Now I am older and I still see the logic in it, but I believe there is a tipping point where the amount of protection gun ownership affords us is less than the danger that nearly unlimited access to guns represents. By no means am I a Second Amendment/gun control expert, but I have heard enough of the arguments out there to feel like I can say a few things about it all. I do not think people should not be allowed to have guns, but I do think there should be a limit to the number and type of guns that we should be allowed to have. In most, if not all, of the recent shootings, the guns were all purchased legally by the shooter, a relative or a friend. So the argument that criminals will find a way to get guns no matter what doesn’t hold much water with me. Anyone can get a hold of a lot of guns legally or illegally, so why make it easy? Another argument is that if more people carried guns then there would be less risk of these shootings because of the fear of being shot. There are two problems with this argument as I see it. First, the people who are carrying out these shootings are clearly derange. No amount of deterrent would have kept them from shooting some place up. Would they maybe have gone to a different location if there were armed guards at the venues they targeted? Possibly, but that brings me to argument number two. The shooting outside of the [Empire State building](http://www.esbnyc.com/ "Empire State Building") left a number of people wounded. Most of them were hit by friendly fire. In this case, friendly fire means the bullets came from the guns of the police officers who were trying to stop the gunman that had started the shooting in the first place. The police, who are highly trained in the use of their firearms, accidentally shot innocent people. I do not blame the police officers, I am merely pointing out that in the heat of the moment, highly skilled professionals missed and hit innocent people. What would make anyone think that a bunch of gun toting civilians in a crowded movie theater would do any better? And this is part of the reason I don’t like the idea of armed guards at our schools and much less do I like the idea of teachers or administrators being armed. A school should be a safe place for learning. Let’s keep the guns outside of the campus, not inside it. Second, the lack of organized, in school prayer is not why people shoot up schools. Last night and this morning I read a number of posts about how God is not allowed in school, so that is why these school shootings happen. Really? God is not allowed in school? Last time I checked there was nowhere that God could not go. The laws of men do not bind him and he is everywhere. How arrogant are these people to presume that there is some sort of connection here. The people who perform these acts are monsters plain and simple. I would suggest that God has been in the very places where these atrocities are taking place. He brings comfort to the scared, courage to the responders and peace to the dying. God is not responsible for these horrors, but man is. Another part of the religious chatter on this subject is that these shootings are a sign, that they are a warning from God to change our ways because we have strayed from the path. I consider myself a Christian. I believe in the God of the new testament that believes in peace and redemption, not the God of the old testament that was filled with wrath and rage. To say that these are a sign sent by God flies in the face of his love of children. To punish them for the sins of the adults of this word flies in the face of a loving Christian God. I don’t pretend to be a religious scholar, but if the shooting in Connecticut was a sign from God, then he is not a God that I would ever worship. More than anything, I came away from yesterday worried about my children. They go to public schools and I had never given much thought to the dangers of someone coming from outside the school to do harm to them. I know that it will be a very long time before I don’t worry about them when they get on the bus in the morning. I hope and pray that the families who lost their innocent children find peace some day and that the poor souls that witnessed the events at that school and survived can find a way to heal and move on. ###### Related articles - [Explaining the Unfathomable](http://hisbelovedsubmissive.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/explaining-the-unfathomable/) (hisbelovedsubmissive.wordpress.com) - [School Shooting at Elementary School in Connecticut](http://amcpress.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/school-shooting-at-elementary-school-in-connecticut/) (amcpress.wordpress.com) - [27 dead, inc. 20 children, in the worst school shooting in US history](http://informantnews.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/27-dead-and-a-whole-class-missing-after-school-shooting/) (informantnews.wordpress.com) - [Piers Morgan Explodes At Gun Advocate: ‘How Many Kids Have To Die’ Before You Change Your Mind?](http://www.mediaite.com/tv/piers-morgan-explodes-at-gun-advocate-how-many-kids-have-to-die-before-you-change-your-mind/) (mediaite.com) - [Guns are not the Answer: a Commentary on Gun Control in the United States](http://theworldcommentary.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/guns-are-not-the-answer-a-commentary-on-gun-control-in-the-united-states/) (theworldcommentary.wordpress.com) - [school shootings: will we ever learn?](http://jesscy.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/school-shootings-will-we-ever-learn/) (jesscy.wordpress.com) - [The Shots Heard Around the Country – A Discussion on the Events in Newton, CT](http://stardustinmysoul.wordpress.com/2012/12/15/the-shots-heard-around-the-country-a-discussion-on-the-events-in-newton-ct/) (stardustinmysoul.wordpress.com) - [Speechless.](http://lilycrussell.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/speechless/) (lilycrussell.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhat-is-the-answer%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=What%20is%20the%20Answer%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/what-is-the-answer/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/what-is-the-answer/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/what-is-the-answer/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/what-is-the-answer/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20What%20is%20the%20Answer%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhat-is-the-answer%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Religion **Tags:** Sandy Hook, School shootings, senseless act, act of violence, shooting, Connecticut, Empire State Building, Family, God, gun control, horror, police --- ### [Sometimes You Have To Change Your Priorities](https://mywriterscramp.com/sometimes-you-have-to-change-your-priorities/) **Published:** October 16, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** If you have been following this blog at all for the last year or so, you know that until recently I have been a pretty consistent blogger, with my daily 100 posts being the primary staple until this summer. My consistency was thrown for a loop back in January when we found out that my wife was pregnant. I was able to keep up with my writing for most of the year, but eventually my husband/father duties, along with my second and third jobs, put a limit on how much time I had to write. Don’t get me wrong, getting to hold my little girl in my arms has made all of it worth while, and I would gladly do it again. My wife gave birth to Kaitlyn Grace Swett at 7:33 AM on October 4th. Both mother and baby are doing just fine and my two boys absolutely love their younger sister. ![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/wpid-2012-10-05_16-51-47_2681.jpg?w=640 "2012-10-05_16-51-47_268.jpg") Now that I have explained the drop off in my productivity, it is time to get to the meat of things. I haven’t posted much about what else has been going on, so I thought this would be a good time to do that. I have been working hard on the sequel to my first book, Apocalypse Rising, and was planning on an October release date, but that has proven to be unlikely. Scratch that, it has proven to be impossible. Right now I am hoping to have the first draft done by the end of October so that I can release it by December 1st, but even that is proving to be a challenge. With all of that being said, I have decided to forgo participating in this year’s NaNoWriMo, so that I can focus on meeting my self imposed deadline. I am not really happy about this, but getting out the sequel is more important to me than taking parting in the grewling marathon that is NaNoWriMo. Once the sequel is finished, I may take a short break before putting out the third book in the series, so that I can finish the editing of the other two books I have waiting in the wings, but the urge to work on the series may prove overwhelming. Next year should be a big year for me and my family, and with any luck I will be in a position where writing can become a greater focus and there will be three or four more books published. I appreciate all of the support given by my friends and family and I promise to do my best to keep the books coming. 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This really has been a fun week and I’ve been introduced to a lot of great new blogs! Here are today’s stops. September 22 Promo and review Nomi’s Paranormal Palace [http://nomisparanormalpalace.blogspot.com.au](http://nomisparanormalpalace.blogspot.com/2012/09/book-tourreview-apocalypse-rising-by.html#disqus_thread) September 22 Guest blog happy tails and tales [www.magluvsya03.wordpress.com](http://magluvsya03.wordpress.com/2012/09/22/apocalypse-rising-blog-tour-w-giveaway/) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-blog-tour-day-six%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F09%2F13395442071.png&description=Bewitching%20Blog%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Six) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-blog-tour-day-six/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-blog-tour-day-six/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-blog-tour-day-six/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-blog-tour-day-six/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bewitching%20Blog%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Six&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-blog-tour-day-six%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Bewitching, blog tour, Book Reviews, Links, Writing --- ### [Bewitching Book Tour: Day Five](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-five/) **Published:** September 21, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png?resize=298%2C298 "Bewitching Book Tours")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png)What’s this? Only two more days of book tour Nirvana? It is true, there are only two more book tour days after today, so your chance to put your name in the hat for an autographed copy of Apocalypse Rising is shrinking. Today’s stop is at Lisa’s World of Books where you will find a guest post by me where I talk about my ten favorite books of all time. Stop in and see if any of them would make it on to yours. September 21 Guest blog Lisa’s World of Books [www.lisasworldofbooks.net](http://www.lisasworldofbooks.net/2012/guest-author-eric-swett-2) ###### Related articles - [Iligan City: Bewitching Maria Cristina Falls](http://zayzaexplores.com/2012/09/19/iligan-city-bewitching-maria-cristina-falls/) (zayzaexplores.com) - [76 Bewitching Book Tours review: her loving husband’s curse by Meredith Allard](http://aobibliosphere.wordpress.com/2012/07/12/76-bewitching-book-tours-review-her-loving-husbands-curse-by-meredith-allard/) (aobibliosphere.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-five%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F09%2F13395442071.png&description=Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Five) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-five/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-five/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-five/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-five/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Five&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-five%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Nirvana, Bewitching Book Tours, blog tour, book, book lists, book tour, Books, favorite books, Literature --- ### [Bewitching Book Tour: Day Four](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-four/) **Published:** September 20, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png?resize=298%2C298 "Bewitching Book Tours")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png) Another day, another stop on the book tour. Today it is a guest blog by yours truly, where I talk about character description and how I try to deal with it. September 20 Guest blog The Creatively Green Write at Home Mom [www.creativelygreen.blogspot.com](http://www.creativelygreen.blogspot.com/2012/09/guest-blog-and-giveaway-with-eric-swett.html) Don’t forget to visit the site and register for your chance at an autographed copy of Apocalypse Rising! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-four%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F09%2F13395442071.png&description=Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Four) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-four/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-four/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-four/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-four/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Four&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-four%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Bewitching Book Tours, blog tour, book tour, character description, guest blog, Writing --- ### [I've Never Looked At These Movies the Same Way Again](https://mywriterscramp.com/ive-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again/) **Published:** September 19, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/vgcats040809.jpg?resize=561%2C1024 "Face Full Of Alien Wing Wang")](http://www.vgcats.com/comics/) This is the first web comic I ever saw…I was hooked from that point forward…and I never could look at the Alien movies quite the same way again. ###### Related articles - [I Want to Tell You about a Comic I’m Making](http://jesssmartsmiley.wordpress.com/2012/08/28/i-want-to-tell-you-about-a-comic-im-making/) (jesssmartsmiley.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Five-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F09%2Fvgcats040809.jpg&description=I%27ve%20Never%20Looked%20At%20These%20Movies%20the%20Same%20Way%20Again) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/ive-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/ive-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/ive-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/ive-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20I%27ve%20Never%20Looked%20At%20These%20Movies%20the%20Same%20Way%20Again&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Five-never-looked-at-these-movies-the-same-way-again%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** Webcomic, xenomorph, Alien (franchise), aliens, art, comic, Face huggers, Humor, Ridley Scott, Vg Cats --- ### [Bewitching Book Tour: Day Three](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-three/) **Published:** September 19, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png?resize=298%2C298 "Bewitching Book Tours")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png) Day three is here and the book tour is still going strong. Today there are two stops on the tour, each with an interview. Make sure you stop by these great blogs and have a read. September 19 Interview Books, Books, The Magical Fruit [http://booksbooksthemagicalfruit.blogspot.com](http://booksbooksthemagicalfruit.blogspot.com/2012/09/author-interview-apocalypse-rising-by.html) September 19 Interview, Paranormal Romantic Suspense, [http://sjclarke.com/blog-2/](http://sjclarke.com/2012/09/19/introducing-eric-swett-apacolypse-rising-and-a-gift-for-you/) Don’t forget to register for your chance to win an autographed copy of Apocalypse Rising. You can register at each stop along the tour, so if you registered at every spot so far, you’d have five chances to win!! ###### Related articles - [The Unfinished Journals of Elizabeth D – read-a-long](http://heatherj22.wordpress.com/2012/08/11/the-unfinished-journals-of-elizabeth-d-read-a-long/) (heatherj22.wordpress.com) - [Iligan City: Bewitching Maria Cristina Falls](http://zayzaexplores.com/2012/09/19/iligan-city-bewitching-maria-cristina-falls/) (zayzaexplores.com) - [76 Bewitching Book Tours review: her loving husband’s curse by Meredith Allard](http://aobibliosphere.wordpress.com/2012/07/12/76-bewitching-book-tours-review-her-loving-husbands-curse-by-meredith-allard/) (aobibliosphere.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-three%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F09%2F13395442071.png&description=Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Three) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-three/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-three/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-three/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-three/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Three&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-three%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Apocalypse Rising Book Tours, Bewitching, blog tour, book, book tour, E-book, interviews, Literature --- ### [Bewitching Book Tour: Day Two](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-two/) **Published:** September 18, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442072.png?resize=298%2C298 "1339544207")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442072.png) Hello there! Another day, another stop on the Bewitching Book Tour. Make sure you stop by today’s stop to catch my interview at Laurie’s Thoughts and Reviews! Make sure you stop and check out each stop along the way for your chance to win an autographed copy of Apocalypse Rising! September 18 Interview Laurie’s Paranormal Thoughts and Reviews [http://lauriethoughts-reviews.blogspot.com](http://lauriethoughts-reviews.blogspot.com/2012/09/apocalypse-rising-by-eric-swett.html) ###### Related articles - [Gorgeously Retro: How to Look Like Samantha in Bewitched](http://www.bellasugar.com/Re-create-Look-Samantha-Bewitched-5351386) (bellasugar.com) - [Today’s guest is Karen Wienser by Marian Lanouette](http://nightsofpassion.wordpress.com/2012/09/16/todays-guest-is-karen-wienser-by-marian-lanouette/) (nightsofpassion.wordpress.com) - [Fab Community Must Reads: Anne Hathaway Goes Goth For Interview](http://www.fabsugar.com/Anne-Hathaway-Interview-Magazine-Fall-Fashion-Issue-18814783) (fabsugar.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-two%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F09%2F13395442072.png&description=Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Two) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-two/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-two/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-two/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-two/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bewitching%20Book%20Tour%3A%20Day%20Two&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbewitching-book-tour-day-two%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** blog tour, book excerpt, book tour, contest, giveaway, Interview --- ### [Bewitching Book Tour: Day One!](https://mywriterscramp.com/bewitching-book-tour-day-one/) **Published:** September 17, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png?resize=298%2C298 "Bewitching Book Tours")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/13395442071.png) Good morning everyone! Today is the first day of my book tour with Bewitching Book Tours! Make sure you stop by all of the stops along the way and help spread the word! Today there are two stops: The first is at Fang-tastic books ([http://www.fang-tasticbooks.blogspot.com](http://www.fang-tasticbooks.blogspot.com/2012/09/now-on-tour-apocalypse-rising-by-eric.html "Fang-Tastic Books")), an excellent book blog. The second is at P.W. Crighton’s Surveillance Report (), a blog about what inspires authors who deal with the paranormal. ###### Related articles - [76 Bewitching Book Tours review: her loving husband’s curse by Meredith Allard](http://aobibliosphere.wordpress.com/2012/07/12/76-bewitching-book-tours-review-her-loving-husbands-curse-by-meredith-allard/) (aobibliosphere.wordpress.com) - [1st edition: Bewitching Book Tours Reader Magazine](http://aobibliosphere.wordpress.com/2012/07/12/1st-edition-bewitching-book-tours-reader-magazine/) (aobibliosphere.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - 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# SPECIAL EVENT TO BENEFIT # THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF # NORTH CAROLINA AUGUST IS THE LAST CHANCE TO SHOP THE SUMMER THIRTY-ONE GIFTS CATALOG LOTS OF ITEMS & PATTERNS WILL BE DISCONTINUED WITH THE NEW CATALOG SO DON’T RISK MISSING OUT ON A FAVORITE! ## FOR ALL ORDERS PLACED BETWEEN AUGUST 1-10: - **10% OF YOUR ORDER WILL BENEFIT THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA** *-AND-* - **YOU WILL RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT COUPON FOR USE IN SEPTEMBER & THE NEW FALL CATALOG** *-AND-* - **EVERYONE WHO PLACES AN ORDER DURING THIS TIMEFRAME WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN ONE OF THREE OR MORE HOSTESS REWARDS\*!** HOW DO I VIEW A CATALOG AND PLACE AN ORDER? VISIT THE EVENT SITE ONLINE AT [LLS ThirtyOne Fundraiser](http://www.mythirtyone.com/shop/catalog.aspx?eventId=E2056384&from=DIRECTLINK) OR CONTACT TRACY AT 704-883-4836 OR TO PLACE YOUR ORDER BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 10TH 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**Why the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)?** In August 2001, our daughter Hailey lost her brief battle with Leukemia shortly at 3 weeks old. We didn’t know she was ill and words cannot explain the devastation & heartbreak of losing our first-born child. Even 11 years later & 2 healthy boys (& a new baby girl on the way), our family’s fabric has a hole that will never be complete because of cancer. 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Hodgkins Lymphoma, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Light the Night Walk, Thirty-One --- ### [Standing on the Edge and Looking Up](https://mywriterscramp.com/standing-on-the-edge-and-looking-up/) **Published:** June 18, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![English: penulis = writer](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/300px-Writer.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 "English: penulis = writer")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Writer.jpg)English: penulis = writer (Photo credit: Wikipedia)I’m a pretty confident guy, but that confidence is balanced on a precipice that leads to chasm of self doubt. All it takes is a little push and I fall into the depths and I have a hard time clawing my way back out. Years ago I let criticism of my writing push me to a place where I gave up on it altogether. I had spend hundreds of hours working on my first novel attempt only to have it torn down at every turn. Was it good writing? Probably not. Did it need a lot of work? Most definitely. Were they saying it was as bad as I thought they were saying it was (don’t judge this sentence…there is a point here somewhere)? Hopefully not. The negative comments left me wallowing in self-doubt, no matter that other people had said that it was good. A few negative words made me forget those compliments in a flash and I stopped writing for the better part of a year. A couple of years ago I realized that I was giving these people, complete strangers, more power over me than they had any right to. So I started writing again, but this time I kept my writing a little closer to the vest. I let people read it, but I didn’t share it with other writers for the most part. The more I wrote, the more confident I became until I decided to start up this blog so that I could share my work with more people. I stopped sending my work to others to get their thoughts and I was enjoying the work. I learned to respect the opinions of other writers, but I finally understood that for every writer or book that says you have to write in a certain way, there is another writer/book out there that tells you the opposite. I listen to what others have to say and I consider their words/corrections/praise carefully, but I don’t let myself fall into that trap of needing to prove myself to everyone. Earlier this year I published my own book. I had a copy editor assist me and I had a couple of authors look over it as well and I feel like I ended up with a pretty good product that I could be proud of. With all of that being said, I still found a couple of mistakes here and there, but I’ve yet to read a book that didn’t have a couple of errors. I correct them on my master copy and someday I will update the existing copies or put it out as a reprint. I don’t like seeing the errors, but I accept them for what they are. Recently I had a friend, who is also a writer, read the sample from [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002Y27P3M%3FSubscriptionId%3D0G81C5DAZ03ZR9WH9X82%26tag%3Dzem-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB002Y27P3M "Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6" Display, Graphite - Latest Generation"), and all he could talk about were the errors he found. He gave me a couple of concrete examples (which were legitimate errors) and mentioned some items that he felt were problems (I attribute them more to style differences, but I’m willing to accept the possibility that he is correct). I respect his opinion so when he says he hopes I didn’t send this to a publisher it cut me to the quick. I went right back to that space where I started wondering if my work is not good enough Were my hopes of being an author just a silly little pipe dream? Was I deluding myself into thinking I had talent. Were the people around me telling me what I wanted to hear? No. I’m a good writer. I’m not perfect, but I’m pretty good and I am better than a lot of others. I am not going to let this derail me. I will take his comments seriously, but he was not trying to be hurtful. He was just trying to be helpful and my own insecurities almost got a hold of me once again. I will look at what he has said and I will use it to make me a better writer going forward, but that is all. If you would like to take a look at the preview of my book you can find it at Amazon or [Smashwords](http://www.smashwords.com/ "Smashwords"). If you give it a read and like it I hope you buy it, but if you think it is riddled full of errors then let me know. I’m stronger than I was a week ago and I welcome your input. ###### Related articles - [So, are You a Writer or What?](http://moniquerockliffe.wordpress.com/2012/06/14/so-are-you-a-writer-or-what/) (moniquerockliffe.wordpress.com) - [Can Copy Editors Really Save Amercia, and Does Amercia Want Saving?](http://www.theatlanticwire.com/entertainment/2012/06/can-copy-editors-really-save-amercia-and-does-amercia-want-saving/53069/) (theatlanticwire.com) - [Letter to a writer who is losing confidence](http://nailyournovel.wordpress.com/2012/06/18/letter-to-a-writer-who-is-losing-confidence/) (nailyournovel.wordpress.com) - [Writer’s Block is a Myth](http://amightypen.net/2012/06/17/writers-block-is-a-myth/) (amightypen.net) - [new criticism](http://aminahalathas.wordpress.com/2012/06/07/new-criticism/) (aminahalathas.wordpress.com) - [Don’t Smell the Sweat Stuff](http://ginalawlessbooks.wordpress.com/2012/06/17/dont-smell-the-sweat-stuff/) (ginalawlessbooks.wordpress.com) - [The Drill Sergeants Of Prose!](http://musetracks.wordpress.com/2012/05/31/the-drill-sergeants-of-prose/) (musetracks.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fstanding-on-the-edge-and-looking-up%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F06%2F300px-Writer.jpg&description=Standing%20on%20the%20Edge%20and%20Looking%20Up) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/standing-on-the-edge-and-looking-up/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/standing-on-the-edge-and-looking-up/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/standing-on-the-edge-and-looking-up/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/standing-on-the-edge-and-looking-up/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Standing%20on%20the%20Edge%20and%20Looking%20Up&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fstanding-on-the-edge-and-looking-up%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Amazon, Apocalypse Rising, Book Reviews, Confidence, Copy editing, Smashwords, Writer --- ### [Now Announcing - APOCALYPSE RISING](https://mywriterscramp.com/now-announcing-apocalypse-rising/) **Published:** June 1, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/proud-new-author.jpg?resize=640%2C989 "Announcing Apocalypse Rising")](https://www.createspace.com/3865997) The Day has finally come! Today is the official launch of my debut novel, Apocalypse Rising. If you click any of the buttons below you will be able to buy my book in either paperback or e-book format. I appreciate all comments and reviews left here and at the place you purchase the book. As an independent author, I live and die by the recommendation of others, so please, tell a friend, family member, co-worker, pastor, yoga instructor, etc., etc, etc. If you are interested in reading Apocalypse Rising for your book club feel free to [e-mail ](eric@mywriterscramp.com)me and I’ll see what we can do about getting you special pricing and an appearance by the author at your club! Thank you again for showing some interest and buying my book! 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For those of you who have been reading my blog for a while, you know that from April, 2011 through April, 2012 I worked on a little side project where I wrote at least 100 words per day on a single story. Apocalypse Rising is the culmination of that project. Most of the story has been posted here, but I will be taking those posts down today, so if you want to read it you will have to buy a copy of the book. The book will be available in numerous locations in all of the standard electronic formats as well as in paperback. I’m looking at options for direct sales so that I can sell autographed copies for those interested. So what else is going on? Well I’ll be starting a new 100 word per day story on June 2nd, so you will have some new fiction to look forward to. I’m taking a different approach on this next year’s story, but don’t worry, I’ll be working on the sequel for Apocalypse Rising which should be available by the fall. Just because I got one book out doesn’t mean I’ll be slowing up on my writing; if anything it means I need to write more than ever. ###### Related articles - [Extra! Extra! Our Very Own Fellow WordPressian, Eric Swett’s New Book, ‘Apocalypse Rising’, Was Officially Posted on Amazon.com on May 22, 2012!](http://wordwriter1958.wordpress.com/2012/05/23/extra-extra-our-very-own-fellow-wordpressian-eric-swetts-new-book-apocalypse-rising-was-officially-posted-on-amazon-com-on-may-22-2012/) (wordwriter1958.wordpress.com) - [Eric, Where Have You Been?](https://mywriterscramp.com/eric-where-have-you-been/) (mywriterscramp.com) - [100-Word Challenge: THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-the-one-year-anniversary/) (mywriterscramp.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/?px "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-day-before-tomorrow%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F05%2Fapocolypse-rising-cover-g.jpg%3Fw%3D796%26h%3D1024&description=The%20Day%20Before%20Tomorrow) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-day-before-tomorrow/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-day-before-tomorrow/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-day-before-tomorrow/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-day-before-tomorrow/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Day%20Before%20Tomorrow&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-day-before-tomorrow%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge, Apocalypse Rising **Tags:** Fiction, Online Writing, publishing, urban fantasy, book sales, E-book --- ### [Eric, Where Have You Been?](https://mywriterscramp.com/eric-where-have-you-been/) **Published:** May 8, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/wpid-img956961.jpg?w=640 "IMG956961.jpg") For more than a year now i have been diligently posting on a daily basis (yes i missed a day or two, but i always made up for it right?), then last week i go silent. At first it wasn’t intentional, i just had a lot on my plate and missed a couple of days, but I eventually decided that i deserved a little break. This year has been crazy so far. I finished writing Apocalypse Rising, I started a second job and the biggest event of all, I found out that I am going to be a dad again. You could say that I have had a very full plate. So what has been going on? I have been editing like crazy, putting the finishing touches on Apocalypse Rising so that on June 1st it will be ready for purchase (at least in e-book form). Along with the editing comes the anxiety of self promotion. I am not the best spokesperson for my own work because it feels presumptive of me to tell others how great my writing is, but I am learning to overcome my own humility. My youngest son broke his arm at the beginning of April and missed all but the last two regular season games and the end of season tournament. He played well and the team earned their second championship in two seasons. He did really well considering how much of the season he missed. Now we will be back to karate and three days a week. Zachary is taking art classes and continues to be the most creative person in the family. I hope he continues to pursue his art and that some day I will be able to use his art on one of my book covers. Well that is enough of an update for now. I hope this finds you well and that you pick up a copy of my book next month. 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Coleman. Art by Fred Gambino. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Okay, I know it has been a while since I’ve posted anything but writing or a writing update, but this morning I woke up to find an alert on my phone. Was it an emergency? No. Did war break out? No. More terrorists? No. All of these things would have been enough to warrant an alert, but this was something good and it has helped me start off my day on the right foot. I am a long time fan of the game [BattleTech](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BattleTech "BattleTech"). I have played the boardgame version for years. I have played all of the X-box, DS and PC versions of the game over the years (for better or worse, and believe me when I say some of them were definitely for worse), but the good old fashioned board game version has always been my favorite. For the last few years I have been playing [Megamek](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MegaMek "MegaMek"), which is basically the board game played on the PC. I love it and play it often, but it is less than exciting from a visual standpoint. Earlier this year there was an announcement made that MechWarrior Tactics would be coming out this summer. It will be a marriage of the boardgame I love so much, with a more appealing visual setup. Best of all? It is free. Now I am not pinning all of my hopes on the game and I will never give up on Megamek, but I am pretty excited. Now what does all of this have to do with the alert I got this morning? Well it was telling me that there is a gameplay trailer out now. So like any good geek, I ran downstairs, hopped on youtube and found it. So without further ado, I present to you: Mechwarrior Tactics. \[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSqlLrTO7Zg\] ###### Related articles - [MechWarrior Tactics fires off trailer featuring cinematic replay](http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/25/mechwarrior-tactics-fires-off-trailer-featuring-cinematic-replay/) (joystiq.com) - [Carcassonne](http://www.gamespot.com/carcassonne/reviews/carcassonne-review-6173330/) (gamespot.com) - [Do you recognize the playing pieces in NEXT’s Modern Architecture Boardgame?](http://www.gizmag.com/modern-architecture-board-game-from-next-architects/21297/) (gizmag.com) - [Zenescope Announces Wonderland Board Game](http://www.comicbooked.com/zenescope-announces-wonderland-board-game/) (comicbooked.com) - [World of Warcraft Monopoly & Starcraft RISK official board games revealed](http://geeksyndicate.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/world-of-warcraft-monopoly-starcraft-risk-official-board-games-revealed/) (geeksyndicate.wordpress.com) - [The Origins and Evolution of the Strategy Board Game RISK \[Board Games\]](http://io9.com/5897532/the-origins-and-evolution-of-the-strategy-board-game-risk) (io9.com) - [Come on Over and Play With Donna Hatch!](http://plotmamas.wordpress.com/2012/04/25/come-on-over-and-play-with-donna-hatch/) (plotmamas.wordpress.com) - [First MechWarrior Online Gameplay Footage Released](http://www.inquisitr.com/205008/first-mechwarrior-online-gameplay-footage-released/) (inquisitr.com) - [MechWarrior Online exclusive trailer](http://www.gamesradar.com/mechwarrior-online-exclusive-trailer/) (gamesradar.com) - [Mechwarrior: Tactics announced, internet goes into shock from ‘mech overdose](http://nightmaremode.net/2012/02/mechwarrior-tactics-announced-internet-goes-into-shock-from-mech-overdose-16653/) (nightmaremode.net) - [MechWarrior Online delves into the art of role warfare](http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/01/mechwarrior-online-delves-into-the-art-of-role-warfare/) (massively.joystiq.com) - [Free-to-Play ‘MechWarrior Tactics’ Continues Resurgence of Franchise](http://gamerant.com/mechwarrior-tactics-details-free-mechs-robk-134826/) (gamerant.com) - [First MechWarrior Online trailer is a bit of a tease](http://www.vg247.com/2012/02/28/first-mechwarrior-online-trailer-is-a-bit-of-a-tease/) (vg247.com) - [MechWarrior Tactics Trailer Will Hex Your World](http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2012/04/26/mechwarrior-tactics-trailer-will-hex-your-world/) (rockpapershotgun.com) - [MechAssault creators reveal free-to-play Reign of Thunder](http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/40407/MechAssault_creators_reveal_freetoplay_Reign_of_Thunder.php) (gamasutra.com) - [‘Reign of Thunder’ is F2P mech shooter from MechAssault dev](http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/20/reign-of-thunder-is-f2p-mech-shooter-from-mechassault-dev/) (joystiq.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-reason-i-will-get-out-of-bed-this-summer%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F04%2Fbattletech_cover_patriotsandtyrants2.jpg&description=The%20Reason%20I%20will%20Get%20Out%20of%20Bed%20This%20Summer) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-reason-i-will-get-out-of-bed-this-summer/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-reason-i-will-get-out-of-bed-this-summer/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-reason-i-will-get-out-of-bed-this-summer/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-reason-i-will-get-out-of-bed-this-summer/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Reason%20I%20will%20Get%20Out%20of%20Bed%20This%20Summer&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-reason-i-will-get-out-of-bed-this-summer%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** BattleMech, Battletech, BattleTech Tactics, Board game, Loren L. Coleman, MechWarrior Online, Megamek, Piranha Games --- ### [Book Review: Generation](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-generation/) **Published:** April 3, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** He could not die. He remained, even as they ate into his half-buried torso. Dropping into the surrounding sea of leaves, burrowing and pulsing, tunnelling through his flesh and gnawing his bones; they made a home. He’d been aware of them throughout the long winter, but now the air was warmer and his senses were awakening. Perhaps he could hide from the plump overfed bodies. He wanted to go home. He struggled to raise his mud-caked arm. Silver-dewed cobwebs strained and snapped, releasing sparks of water. Sodden earth clung to his elbow forming a gnarly branch. Trailing ivy, fed by leaching nutrients, tied the limb to the ground. He fought the binding weed until he collapsed, exhausted. Once more his arm settled back into the leaf mould as if it had never moved. But on this day his thoughts came quickly and fluidly. Weeping joints and dead muscles warmed by sunshine filtering through the canopy oiled his movements. Finally he was free of the binding roots. He emerged like a fly from its chrysalis, unfolded his body, crease-by-crease, joint-by-joint, and willed each sinew to do his bidding. At last he stood. William Knight. Generation (Kindle Locations 36-44). [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/generation.jpg?resize=500%2C800 "Generation")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/generation.jpg) Less than two-hundred years ago we did not know what DNA was. Less than one-hundred years ago we started to understand what it was made of and what it looked like. Nearly sixty years ago we figured out what it did. Twenty years later the first organisms were genetically modified by scientists. Less than twenty years ago, [genetic modification](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_engineering "Genetic engineering") was used in our medicines, and within the last five years [gene therapy](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gene_therapy "Gene therapy") has become a staple of modern medicine. It has never really been a question of if genetic manipulation will be used on humans, but when. William Knight’s new book, Generation, takes a look at the very real possibility of a drug company’s foray into genetic manipulation and the unforeseen consequences of their actions. The story follows the investigation of freelance reporter, Hendrix Harrison. He’s a man living on the edge of his career and his sanity, and when he stumbles into the story of a lifetime, both will be tested. With the help of computer genius with an interest in conspiracies and forensic entomoligist who can’t explain why her readings are so out of line, he will discover the dark side of the quest for immortality. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, in fact, I absolutely devoured it. I would not call the book fast paced, but it is compelling and I couldn’t wait to see what happened next. The main characters are interesting and extremely human for all of their flaws and misunderstandings, especially Hendrix (Aitch, as he is known by his friends), who hates his cell phone and refuses to use twitter even though it could cost him his job. The book is a fresh take on the classic zombie tales, and breaks completely away from the mold in a way that zombie lovers will still find compelling. Most of the story takes place in [Northumberland, England](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=55.3,-1.68&spn=1.0,1.0&q=55.3,-1.68 (Northumberland)&t=h "Northumberland"), and is filled with local detail and color that leaves the reader feeling like they could be right there where the action is. If I have a problem with the book, it is that Generation is supposed to be a horror novel. While the ideas promoted in the book are terrifying to comprehend, the book itself lacks the qualities of a classic horror novel. The first half of the novel is filled with the setup. The reader learns about the characters and gets an idea of what is going on, but there is little in the way of true suspense, so nothing to keep the reader on edge. The second half of the book is filled with action, the unveiling of conspiracies, violence, and murder: all the makings of tremendous thriller, but still, nothing that brings to mind horror. Don’t misunderstand me. I think the book is excellent and I highly recommend it, but I would not call it a horror. ###### Related articles - [Generation by William Knight – A Horror Novel For The Ages](http://kcareyinfante.com/2012/03/27/generation-by-william-knight-a-horror-novel-for-the-ages/) (kcareyinfante.com) - [Frankenfish 2: Attack of the Genetically Engineered Salmon](http://blog.foodservicewarehouse.com/blog/2010/10/06/frankenfish-2-attach-of-genetically-engineered-salmon/) (foodservicewarehouse.com) - [Book Review : BOOK REVIEW: The Forever Fix: Gene Therapy and the Boy Who Saved It by Ricki Lewis](http://www.sciencenews.org/view/generic/id/339364/title/Book_Review__BOOK_REVIEW_The_Forever_Fix_Gene_Therapy_and_the_Boy_Who_Saved_It_by_Ricki_Lewis) (sciencenews.org) - [Horror stories](http://ahairdressersdiaries.wordpress.com/2012/03/18/horror-stories/) (ahairdressersdiaries.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") **Novel Publicity Blog Tour Notes**: Get *Generation* on [Amazon ](http://www.amazon.com/Generation-ebook/dp/B005YHZ9ZU/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1329313609&sr=1-1)or [Barnes & Noble](http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/generation-william-knight/1107500433?ean=2940032854418) – you know you want to! And please vote for my blog in the traffic-breaker poll for this tour. The blogger with the most votes wins a $50 Amazon gift card. I want that to be me! You can vote in the poll by visiting [the official *Generation* blog tour page](http://www.novelpublicity.com/generation/) and scrolling all the way to the bottom. Be sure to enter for your chance to win an autographed copy of *Generation* : [ENTER HERE](http://www.novelpublicity.com/generation/). William Knight is a British born journalist and technologist currently living and working in Wellington, New Zealand. He’s chased a varying career starting in acting, progressing to music, enjoyed a brief flirtation with handbag manufacturing and was eventually wired into technology where he’s been since 1989. In 2003 he published his first feature in Computing magazine and has since written about the many successes and failings of high-tech for the Guardian, Financial Times and the BBC among many others publications. He continues to maintain a lively IT consultancy. Connect with William on his [website](http://www.williamknight.info/), [blog](http://william-knight.blogs.com/intelligenthorror/), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/IntelligentHorror), [Twitter](http://twitter.com/#!/_william_knight) or [GoodReads](http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5316115). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-generation%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F04%2Fgeneration.jpg&description=Book%20Review%3A%20Generation) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-generation/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-generation/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-generation/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-review-generation/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Book%20Review%3A%20Generation&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-review-generation%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Reviews, Book **Tags:** Book Reviews, DNA, Gene therapy, genetic engineering, Horror fiction, Northumberland, William Knight --- ### [A Day at Wing Haven](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-day-at-wing-haven/) **Published:** March 29, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/p1020871.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Wing Haven from the front gate")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/p1020871.jpg)Wing Haven from the front gateThis weekend the family and I went to [Wing Haven](http://www.winghavengardens.com/ "Wing Haven Gardens"), here in North Carolina, and I have found a new place I love and it will be a repeat visit. The Wing Haven Gardens are a pair of Gardens just outside of uptown Charlotte, near Queen’s College. They are not botanical gardens as much as they are what I would call “real” gardens, planted and cultivated by a pair of homeownrs in their backyards. I could go into the details of who created them and why, but if you cick the link above you’ll find the official website, which gives you far more information than I could manage. Instead of sharing all of the information, I will share some of the pictures I took during our visit. ###### Related articles - [Norfolk Botanical Gardens](http://militaryzerowaste.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/norfolk-botanical-gardens/) (militaryzerowaste.wordpress.com) - [Botanic Garden Casa Orquidea](http://zancudofunactivities.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/botanic-garden-casa-orquidea/) (zancudofunactivities.wordpress.com) - [Field Trip: Botanical Gardens](http://ckbpassion.wordpress.com/2012/03/25/field-trip-botanical-gardens/) (ckbpassion.wordpress.com) - [Every Bird Deserves a Worm](http://asccharlotte.wordpress.com/2012/02/01/every-bird-deserves-a-worm/) (asccharlotte.wordpress.com) - [Pine Crest + Brook Haven = Glorious Gardening](http://brookhavengarden.wordpress.com/2012/01/20/school-gardens-inspiration-from-around-the-globe/) (brookhavengarden.wordpress.com) - [Building Cultural Communities with power2give.org](http://asccharlotte.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/building-cultural-communities-with-power2give-org/) (asccharlotte.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-day-at-wing-haven%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fp1020871.jpg%3Fw%3D1024%26h%3D768&description=A%20Day%20at%20Wing%20Haven) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-day-at-wing-haven/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-day-at-wing-haven/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-day-at-wing-haven/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-day-at-wing-haven/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Day%20at%20Wing%20Haven&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-day-at-wing-haven%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Family **Tags:** North Carolina, pictures, uptown charlotte, Wing Haven, ASCC, backyards, Botanical garden, Charlotte, Family Outing, flowers, Garden --- ### [My Muse Needs A Vacation I Suppose](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose/) **Published:** March 16, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Muse1.jpg?resize=467%2C576&ssl=1 "Muse") I have a friend named [Jan](http://maradjen.wmywriterscramp.com/) who is a talented writer and an absolute slave to her muse. Now I do not mean this in a negative way, it is what it is. When she feels inspired she writes, and writes, and writes until the inspiration has let her loose. In many ways I envy the way she gets pushed around by her muse, forced to put the words to screen, and creates incredibly imaginative fiction. On the other hand, the limited amount of time I have for writing has forced me to learn how to write in short spurts, so if I were driven the way Jan is I would be in bad shape. Picture me sitting at work, twitching, maybe drooling a little, while my muse breaks out the cat-o’-nine-tails and flogs the bajeebers out of me. My muse is tightly leashed and under control, or so I tell myself. I don’t normally fall prey to the, “need,” to write, but I do run into occasions where I sit down to write and the stubborn wench just won’t cooperate until I switch directions. I have been letting my muse get a little fat and lazy lately. I have been spending most of my time editing, as opposed to writing, so when I tried to write my [InMon](http://bekindrewrite.net/2012/03/05/inspiration-monday-note-to-self/) post last week my muse rebelled. She refused to do what I told her. Typical. Rather than fight it, I’ve let my imagination go a little more and the word have started to come more freely and I’m reasonably pleased with the [work](http://wp.me/p1Z1Vn-11r). On another note, my 100-Word challenge piece has taken on a life of it’s own. For the longest time I tried to keep the word count per day as close to 100 as I could manage, but lately I’ve been giving myself a little more freedom to write more. I’m averaging two to three hundred words per day, but I’m still posting only the rough 100. My original plan was to post the first year’s worth of posts as a novella, but I’ve decided that it deserves to make it to full novel status. It will be a short novel, not much more than 50,000 words, and I still plan on writing sequels, but this story has the potential to be my first finished novel. So what does this mean? Well I’ll keep posting my daily 100, but I’ve built up a bit of a backlog. I have been posting edited chapters, one week at a time, for the last month, and what I’ve decided is that once I reach my official one year mark, I will start removing the old posts from my blog as the chapters go up. Of course, once I am ready to publish the book I will have to remove all of it, but that is still a little ways away. It feels good to do more writing, even if it is slowing up my editing process, so maybe I should let that muse of mine run free a little more often. ###### Related articles - [![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/786981871.jpg?w=640&ssl=1)](http://ellaquinnauthor.wordpress.com/2012/03/05/arguing-with-your-muse/)[Arguing With Your Muse](http://ellaquinnauthor.wordpress.com/2012/03/05/arguing-with-your-muse/)(ellaquinnauthor.wordpress.com)--- - [![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/noimg_161.jpg?w=640&ssl=1)](http://silverpens.wordpress.com/2012/01/26/hello-muse-good-to-see-you-again/)[Hello, Muse. Good to see you again.](http://silverpens.wordpress.com/2012/01/26/hello-muse-good-to-see-you-again/)(silverpens.wordpress.com)--- - [![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/801310341.jpg?w=640&ssl=1)](http://rashmikamath.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/midnight-musings-what-is-writers-block/)[Midnight Musings – What is writer’s block?](http://rashmikamath.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/midnight-musings-what-is-writers-block/)(rashmikamath.wordpress.com)--- - [Musing Upon Shitty First Drafts](http://12novels.com/2012/02/22/musing-upon-shitty-first-drafts/) (12novels.com) - [Got a call from my muse](http://www.datanode.net/?p=4441) (datanode.net) - [For Your A-Muse-Ment](http://poetaofficium.wordpress.com/2012/03/06/for-your-a-muse-ment/) (poetaofficium.wordpress.com) - [Writer Without a Muse](http://never2late2write.com/2012/02/04/writer-without-a-muse/) (never2late2write.com) - [Muses Found!](http://never2late2write.com/2012/03/06/muses-found/) (never2late2write.com) - [A Muse or To Amuse….](http://joehinojosa.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/a-muse-or-to-amuse/) (joehinojosa.wordpress.com) - [writing](http://patheticapathetic.wordpress.com/2012/03/16/writing/) (patheticapathetic.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F03%2FMuse1.jpg&description=My%20Muse%20Needs%20A%20Vacation%20I%20Suppose) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20My%20Muse%20Needs%20A%20Vacation%20I%20Suppose&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-muse-needs-a-vacation-i-suppose%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge **Tags:** cat o nine tails, Fiction, Online Writing, short novel, talented writer, Word count, Writing Exercises --- ### [ART TO REMEMBER 2012](https://mywriterscramp.com/art-to-remember-2012/) **Published:** March 13, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/worhal-fish.jpg?w=1024&h=785&fit=1024%2C785&resize=500%2C383 "Worhal Fish")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/worhal-fish.jpg)Zachary's Art To Remember 2010One of our favorite times of year here in the Swett household is when the boys bring home their Art To Remember. What is this magical thing of which I speak? I’m so glad you asked! Each year, each class works on an art project inspired by an artist or style. When they finish the project it is sent home so that parents, friends and family can order various items with your child’s art plastered on it. It sounds a little cheesy, and perhaps it is, but we love to see what the boys bring home and spend way too much money buying the various treasures. This year I am a little more on the ball and scanned in my boys’ art for your viewing pleasure. So here you go! [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/arttoremember2012.jpg?w=789&h=1024&fit=789%2C1024&resize=500%2C648 "ArtToRemember2012")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/arttoremember2012.jpg)Connor's Art To Remember 2012[![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/arttoremember20121.jpg?w=1024&h=779&fit=1024%2C779&resize=500%2C380 "ArtToRemember2012")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/arttoremember20121.jpg)Zachary's Art To Remember 2012###### Related articles - [Geek Art: Never Ignore Your Spider-Sense](http://geektyrant.com/news/2012/3/13/geek-art-never-ignore-your-spider-sense.html) (geektyrant.com) - [Art in the cathedral](http://changebydesign.wordpress.com/2012/03/13/art-in-the-cathedral/) (changebydesign.wordpress.com) - [Art-Profiles.com…](http://filipinofestival.wordpress.com/2012/03/13/art-profiles-com-24/) (filipinofestival.wordpress.com) - ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/801388971.jpg?w=640&ssl=1)[For Jeremy Brown, Love is Art…](http://thissydneylife.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/for-jeremy-brown-love-is-art/)(thissydneylife.wordpress.com)--- [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fart-to-remember-2012%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fworhal-fish.jpg%3Fw%3D1024%26h%3D785&description=ART%20TO%20REMEMBER%202012) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/art-to-remember-2012/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/art-to-remember-2012/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/art-to-remember-2012/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/art-to-remember-2012/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20ART%20TO%20REMEMBER%202012&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fart-to-remember-2012%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Art, Pictures **Tags:** Visual Art, art, art project, children, Family, friends and family, mooresville, North Carolina, South Elementary --- ### [100-Word Challenge: Chapter Three](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-chapter-three/) **Published:** February 26, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** CHAPTER THREE [![A 4th floor conference room (the "Board R...](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/300px-Future_US_HQ_4th_floor_conference_room_-_Board_Room5.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 "A 4th floor conference room (the "Board R...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Future_US_HQ_4th_floor_conference_room_-_Board_Room.JPG)Image via Wikipedia“Did you feel him, Neville?” Robert shouted as he flung open the doors and strode into the boardroom. Twenty faces turned to stare at him, all of them shocked by the loud interruption. “Robert, please keep it down for a moment. We’ll talk after the meeting is done,” responded Neville with a wave of his hand indicating the well-dressed individuals sitting around the long oval table. His face was calm and impossible to read by any of the people indicated, but the flash in his eyes told Robert exactly how irritated his oldest friend really was. “Very well. Excuse me ladies and gentlemen, I apologize for the interruption.” Robert straightened his suit coat and grabbed the door. “I’ll be waiting in your office, Neville.” Without another word he backed out of the boardroom, shutting the door behind him. Patience had never been his greatest quality. Some would say it was a quality he did not possess at all. As much as it irritated him, he would have to wait for just a little while. They had remained hidden for years without incident and serenity was often required from Robert; their cover demanded it. Neville would gloss over the interruption and have the executives forgetting about Robert in no time at all. That was Neville’s greatest strength, to be able to guide people along a path of his choosing. Robert was constantly amazed at the way he could do it without having to overtly manipulate people. It was something in his voice and demeanor that made people want to trust him. Being the head of a multinational corporation was a perfect fit for him. Robert knew that Neville’s talents were wasted there when he could have made a real difference in the political arena. As he walked down the hall Robert ignored the people walking by as he made his way to Neville’s office He stopped once he stood before Neville’s secretary. “Good morning, Avery.” “Good morning, Mr. Parker,” she said with a smile. “Mr. Steinner is in a meeting this morning, but he should be done before too long if you care to wait.” Avery Simmons knew very well that Robert had barged into the meeting since she had a direct video feed into the conference room playing on one of the monitors arrayed around the front of her desk, but she was far too professional to admit as much to Robert. “Thank you, Avery. I’ll wait in his office,” Robert said with a nod and a grin that would have left most women swooning, but Avery had always been immune to his charms which was probably why Neville had hired her. “Would you like me to send in some refreshment?” Her smile was pleasant with just a hint of arrogance. She reveled in her immunity. “No, I’ll make do with whatever is lying around.” It wouldn’t be much, but he was not in the mood for food or drink. “Very well sir.” Without another word she went back to what she had been working on when he had walked up., Robert passed Avery and entered Neville’s office through the large oak double doors that overwhelmed most visitors. Few people knew it, but the doors were all that remained of an old Catholic church that had been destroyed during the horrific bombing of [Dresden, Germany](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dresden "Dresden"). He was uncertain whether the smell of blood and ash that he sensed when he walked through the doors was his imagination or some lingering haunting from the terror of those three days so long ago. When Neville had first installed the doors Robert had asked why. He said that it was to remind himself that even great works can be destroyed in a fit of anger. Robert thought it had more to do with the intimidation such doors engendered when someone stood before them. [![Albertinum in Dresden, Germany](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/300px-Old_Town_Dresden_Germany.jpg?resize=300%2C437&ssl=1 "Albertinum in Dresden, Germany")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Old_Town_Dresden_Germany.jpg)Image via WikipediaThe office was bright with the sun’s morning light as it struggled to gain height in the morning sky, the dark portent of the previous night’s activities weighing it down. Robert walked to the floor to ceiling windows that made up half of the walls in the large rectangular space. He looked down upon the world like a dispassionate god of eons long since forgotten. Time ticked by slowly as he watched the movement of cars and people moving through the city. They were all little more than specs of dust blown about by an errant gust of wind as seen from that high up. “How do you keep from forgetting about them my brother,” Robert whispered as sorrow welled up within him and threatened to choke away the control he barely maintained. “To be honest I often do.” Neville stood just inside the doorway of his office, the great doors closing as silently as they had opened. Neville walked up to the glass and put his hands upon it, relishing the cold against his skin. “I spend too much time here and not enough amongst every day people.” With a sigh he pulled his hands from the window and turned to face his friend. “That is why your council is so important to me, dear Robert. You see them as they are, not the abstract they appear as to me.” A heavy silence grew as they stared at each other, both hesitant to speak first. They had been waiting for this time for so long that they had begun to think that for once, a mistake was made and that all of their efforts had been a waste. Robert was the first to break the tension as he slowly regained the excitement that had started his visit with Neville. “You felt him didn’t you?” “Yes, I did.” Neville turned and paced about the office. “It was weak, but there was no mistaking it as him.” “So it has begun. Good. I have tired of waiting.” Robert’s fists clenched unconsciously as he anticipated the violence that would soon take place. “I wish that it had not. I wish the prophet had spoken wrongly. I would like this to all have been a horrible mistake.” “You knew that this time would come, Neville.” Robert walked to his friend and placed a hand upon his shoulder. “The prophet is never wrong.” “Many prophets have been wrong throughout time.” “Yes, but never a prophet touched by the Light.” Neville sighed and lowered his head. “Of course you are right, brother, but I wish it were not so.” “We all do, but we all have a role to play in this and our role has begun.” Robert’s voice held none of the anticipation he felt. The time for action was upon them, but there would be death and suffering for the very people he was there to save and he did not revel in it. “Yes we do, but I do not relish mine the way you do.” The corner of Neville’s mouth curled up in a smile that held no mirth. “You always have been a creature of action, no matter what that action may be.” “Don’t say it like that, Neville. You know that I wish there was another way, but since there isn’t I might as well give it my all and be done with it quickly.” Robert hated inaction. Doing something without benefit was more palatable than doing nothing at all in his mind. Stillness brought complacency and weakness, something that he would never tolerate. “I wish all of this involved some nameless mortal and not someone we once called brother, but it does and our lot is not to question the design.” “I know, but it does little to soothe my mind.” Neville stopped before the window and looked out once more. He silently wondered how many lives would be shattered in the coming days or if he would even care once it happened. He had a fondness for the people of this world and there were individuals he would truly miss, but in the end they were destined for death. “I suppose this means that you will be leaving soon?” Neville looked back over his shoulder, his eyes flicked from his brother to the door of his office before returning to Robert. “Yes. Some of the foundation laid so long ago must be checked and I trust no one but the two of us to do it and since it’s unlikely that you’ll be leaving your office any time soon…” Robert left the implication hanging in the air. Few people knew that Neville never left the building. The last time he had been beneath the open sky was the morning he had walked into the skyscraper that was his home. He had left the rest of the world behind only hours after the prophecy had been spoken. His freedom was a small price to pay for global salvation. “Then go. I know it will be some time before I see you again brother, but I trust you to be safe until then.” The silence fell between them as the uncertainty settled in. [![Three angels visiting Abraham](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/300px-abraham-and-the-three-angels4.jpg?resize=300%2C331 "Three angels visiting Abraham")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Abraham-And-The-Three-Angels.jpg)Image via Wikipedia“It would do you well to spend some time amongst them,” Robert said as he looked at his shorter friend. “Spending too much time with abstracts makes you forget about all of the beauty in the world.” “And the horror.” “Yes, the horror as well.” Robert walked away from his friend and poured himself a glass of water from the condensation covered pitcher placed upon a nearby side table. “The horror is necessary though.” “Necessary?” Neville walked to his desk and sat down in the large chair that screamed out his sense of self importance. “Without the horror the beauty would seem much less magnificent.” “Ahhh, the old, ‘the light is so much brighter because of the darkness,’ philosophy.” Neville leaned back in his chair and steepled his fingers before him. “You always were a fan of that argument.” “I suppose I have, but it holds true. Humanity has always shined brightest when the darkness was deepest.” Robert walked back to the doors and traced his fingers over the delicately carved scenes upon them before reaching for the handle. Neville paused for a moment, turning to look once more out his grand windows. “Then let us hope that they shine brighter than ever before in the coming days.” Related articles - [‘First Love’ Blog Hop Day 6](http://diannehartsock.wordpress.com/2012/02/13/first-love-blog-hop-day-6/) (diannehartsock.wordpress.com) - [Cheap red wine and your writing career](http://essentialguidetobeingunpublished.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/cheap-red-wine-and-your-writing-career/) (essentialguidetobeingunpublished.wordpress.com) - [Another drop in the ocean!](http://misswhiplash.wordpress.com/2012/02/04/another-drop-in-the-ocean/) (misswhiplash.wordpress.com) - [Hebrews 2](http://caleprindle.wordpress.com/2012/02/24/hebrews-2/) (caleprindle.wordpress.com) ###### Related articles - [Another drop in the ocean!](http://misswhiplash.wordpress.com/2012/02/04/another-drop-in-the-ocean/) (misswhiplash.wordpress.com) - [Hebrews 2](http://caleprindle.wordpress.com/2012/02/24/hebrews-2/) (caleprindle.wordpress.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge-chapter-three%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F02%2F300px-Future_US_HQ_4th_floor_conference_room_-_Board_Room5.jpg&description=100-Word%20Challenge%3A%20Chapter%20Three) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-chapter-three/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-chapter-three/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-chapter-three/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-chapter-three/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20100-Word%20Challenge%3A%20Chapter%20Three&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge-chapter-three%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** angel, Dresden, Neville, political arena, serenity --- ### [Whole Foods Challenge, Week One](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-challenge-week-one/) **Published:** February 13, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![English: Vegan Pumpkin Seed-Crusted Lentil Pat...](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/60/Vegan_patties_with_potatoes_and_salad.jpg/300px-Vegan_patties_with_potatoes_and_salad.jpg "English: Vegan Pumpkin Seed-Crusted Lentil Pat...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Vegan_patties_with_potatoes_and_salad.jpg)Mmmmm…Yummy Veggie Burgers! Image via WikipediaLast week we were supposed to start our whole foods challenge. We got off to a rough start wehn my wife came down with a nasty head cold and her food needs and desires became very specific. The [vegan](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veganism "Veganism") options I had prepared were not what she had in mind and I ended up spending a lot of time running out to various restaurants and fast food chains picking up meat and dairy laden products for dinner. I am a weak man and succumbed to the meaty goodness a couple of times myself (especially once I got sick as well). So, our first week of meatlessness has not gone well. With the new week upon us we are planning on doing much better. The little bit of meat on the menu is from the freezer. I may want to go vegan, but I’m not going to waste what I have already paid for. The hardest part in the planning of meals has been the expense of non-dairy substitutes as well as not knowing what makes for a good substitute on certain items. We are learning and will do better with it soon I’m sure. Our Small Farm Co-Op thing will be starting up again next month so we will be blessed with lots of new vegetable options to help shape our meals. I’m excited about getting back into this. The winter break has been killing me. I look forward to lots of good spring veggies coming soon! ###### Related articles - [Being Vegan](http://theforagingsquirrel.wordpress.com/2012/02/13/being-vegan/) (theforagingsquirrel.wordpress.com) - [One Month Challenge: No Meat, No Dairy, No Problem, Week Five](http://collegecandy.com/2011/12/03/one-month-challenge-no-meat-no-dairy-no-problem-week-five/) (collegecandy.com) - [Vegan Cooking for Carnivores Video Series Launch](http://www.prweb.com/releases/prwebvegan/recipes/prweb4734684.htm) (prweb.com) - [One Month Challenge: No Meat, No Dairy, No Problem, Week One](http://collegecandy.com/2011/11/05/one-month-challenge-no-meat-no-dairy-no-problem/) (collegecandy.com) [![Enhanced by Zemanta](https://i0.wp.com/img.zemanta.com/zemified_e.png?w=640)](http://www.zemanta.com/ "Enhanced by Zemanta") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-challenge-week-one%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fthumb%2F6%2F60%2FVegan_patties_with_potatoes_and_salad.jpg%2F300px-Vegan_patties_with_potatoes_and_salad.jpg&description=Whole%20Foods%20Challenge%2C%20Week%20One) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-challenge-week-one/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-challenge-week-one/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-challenge-week-one/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-challenge-week-one/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Challenge%2C%20Week%20One&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-challenge-week-one%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Cooking, Diet, illness, small farms, vegan, Veganism, vegetarian, whole foods --- ### [It Should Be Something Special Don't You Think?](https://mywriterscramp.com/it-should-be-something-special-dont-you-think/) **Published:** February 8, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/300_movie_logo.jpg?resize=277%2C144 "300") So today I posted my 300th edition of the 100-Words Daily Challenge. I am pretty pleased about that and think this is a pretty cool milestone. I have been working on this every day for nearly a year now (with the exception of last November when I took a break for NaNoWriMo) and with only a couple more months before I hit a full year I thought it was time to start planning on what I will do with this thing. The plan I have been playing with is to take the first year’s worth and compile it into a novella (since it will be too short to be a novel) and use it as a way to test the waters of the self-publishing world. Obviously I will need to go through the editing and rewriting process before I put it out there, but it is pretty exciting just the same. As part of this grand plan I need one additional item: A Title. This whole time I have not come up with something to call it other than, “my one-hundred word project,” and that just will not do. It just isn’t catchy enough to make people think about buying it. I’ve played with a few other ideas, but none of them have stuck. So I am turning to you, oh dear readers of mine, to come up with a title. What I am going to do is start reposting the existing work one week at a time, chapter by chapter, so that if you are a late comer you’ll be able to catch up and if you have been here since the beginning you’ll be able to get a refresher. What I would like from you is title suggestions. Leave them in the comments and I will sort through them and put them in a poll for everyone to vote on. 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I did make a stop at McDonalds after karate, but I got a caesar salad instead of a burger, so that is progress right? I know today will be bad because I am planning on stopping by [The Chicken Box Cafe](http://chickenboxcafe.com) for lunch so I can get some chicken gizzards. Hey! Don’t judge me! I love those damn things and will miss them dearly once meat is off the menu. I’ll hate myself for it later, but I will love it when I am eating it. Karate was fun last night and sensei introduced us to some new forms of torture that ultimately lead to making me feel better. I wish I had started doing karate a year ago. I forgot to weigh myself this morning so I don’t know if I managed to lose any more weight, but I am feeling better and I think I have lost weight. My wedding ring has gotten loose enough on my finger that it slipped off without me knowing it. Luckily we found it and now I have a bandaid wrapped around one side so that it fits a bit better. I suppose if I keep losing weight I will have to get it resized and i’ll have to get some new clothes. My pants are already falling off me, so something a little smaller may be in order. Posted from WordPress for Android ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-4-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%204%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-4-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-4-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-4-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-4-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%204%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-4-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** whole foods, clothes, Diet, exercise, junk food, karate, salad, wedding ring, weight loss --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 5 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining/) **Published:** February 2, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/foter.com/img/photo/10/vegetable-stall-india_l.jpg?w=640 "Vegetable Stall, India")[Falconne007](http://www.flickr.com/photos/66866787@N00/) /[Free Photos](http://foter.com/ "Free Photos")I look at the countdown and realize the end is almost upon me. It is a new start to a healthier lifestyle, but I am approaching it with some dread. No more meat…no fast food…scary stuff man. I have grown up in a processed food world and leaving it behind makes me nervous. My parents, especially my mom, always did a good job of making home cooked meals and much of it was whole food before whole foods was an idea. Of course we always ate lots of meat and the like, but it was not overly processed stuff. This will be a major change and our society does little to support the concept. Hell, even “health” food are crammed full of chemicals, sugars and fats. Have you looked at a diet anything’s information. Usually if it is low fat it is high in sugar and if it is low in sugar it is high in fat. I know this because, as a diabetic, I look for low sugar or sugar free items and I am constantly disappointed to find the amount of fat is through the roof. Fat and sugar taste good, which is why restaurants love to bombard us with it (yeah, that healthy grilled chicken breast you ordered…ingected with sugar water to make it taste better) and why even healthy looking/sounding alternatives do little to help us lose weight. I am as ready for this as I am afraid of it, but it will be better forme, my wife and my kids. This is a good thing. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%205%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%205%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-5-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** vegetarian, whole foods, chemicals, Diet, fat, health, Meat, preservatives, processed foods, sugar --- ### [100-Word Challenge, Day 292](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-292/) **Published:** January 31, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** “But hope is a good thing,” I say. “It helps you get through the tough times. It pushes you toward something better.” The elf queen looks me in the eyes and says, “it is a placebo. Hope is the false promise that people tell themselves is there because they do not want to face the possibility that they are doomed to a future without promise.” She stands up and walks across the room. “There is no chance that my people will regain stewardship of the earth. When man was given the world, we were cast aside like the forgotten toys of a child who had grown older.” ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge-day-292%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=100-Word%20Challenge%2C%20Day%20292) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-292/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-292/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-292/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge-day-292/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20100-Word%20Challenge%2C%20Day%20292&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge-day-292%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** 100-Word Challenge, doom, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Hope, placebo, urban fantasy, Writing, Writing Exercises --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 8 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 30, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** This weekend was pretty good and I managed to avoid fast food altogether, though I did go out to eat on Friday and got something less than great for me. We had healthy meals over the weekend and even manage a vegan meal on Sunday night, so we’re definitely heading in the right direction, but I don’t know how prepared we will be on the first day of the challenge. One of the biggest challenges, not including the convenience factor, is the cost. While meat used to be the most expensive item we had to buy, we’ve found that cutting it out has not really saved us any money. In fact, our grocery bill has gone up some. One of these days I’m going to have to do a grocery bill analysis and see where the money is really going, but for now it looks like whole foods could bankrupt us. So Saturday’s Karate session was awesome. I earned my first stripe on my white belt. Now I understand this is the first step in a VERY long process, but it felt good to get there. What made it truly awesome was when Connor said, “Good job, daddy. I’m proud of you.” Talk about a moonshot! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%208%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%208%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-8-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, fast food, food costs, groceries, karate, Meat, vegan, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 11 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 27, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Yesterday was a good day on a number of levels. As far as food is concerned I did well. No real snacking or fast food, just nice lite meals that filled, but didn’t stuff me. Even in the evening when I was faced with the opportunity to have desert I opted for an Odwalla protein drink instead. It was sweet and probably had more sugar than I want to think about, but it was a healthy choice instead of a self-destructive one. Karate was different. Instead of working on the moves I had learned, or learning something new, the whole class worked on stretching each other out. It was quite the adventure in pain and flexibility. I stretched in ways I wouldn’t have thought possible and for the first time in years I was able to reach down past my toes and touch the floor. Doing that made all of the pain so worth it. So this morning I weighed myself and the scale said 209.6. This is about five pounds less than what I remember weighing the last time I checked, so I’ll take it. I’m going to restrict myself to a once a week weigh in so I don’t spend too much time obsessing over the little ups and downs that happen on a daily basis. I figure that if I can lose a pound a week or so I’ll be pretty damn happy. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2011%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2011%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-11-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, exercise, fast food, karate, stretching, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 12 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 26, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I fell victim to fast food once again. Limited time on a busy night pushed a trip to McDonald’s on the way home. I didn’t go crazy, but still. This fast food thing is kicking my butt and I need to develop a little more willpower and a few more options. Tomorrow I am going to weigh myself for the first time in months. I’m a little curious to see where I’m at. I think I’ve lost a little weight and my wife said she noticed a difference in the way I look, but she loves me and might be trying to make me feel better about myself. I hate the scale and avoid it often. It is a trap and a lie. Our weight is less important than our general health and size. Changing that little number shouldn’t matter as much as it does, but until I notice a substantial change in my midsection it is what I will have to go by to determine my progress. I did karate last night and had a great time doing it. I always feel exhausted afterwards, but it is a healthy feeling and I love it. My arthritis was kicking my butt during warm ups, but I got through it without quitting. As a bonus I talked with the sensei about pricing last night and it turns out I’ll be able to keep up with my lessons. I felt like dancing a jig. I’m so stoked! I will be healthy and happy! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2012%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2012%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-12-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** whole foods, arthritis, Diet, fast food, health, karate, McDonalds, scale, weight --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 13 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 25, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I had a decent day yesterday and managed to stay away from fast food and sweets for the most part (I’ll admit to a couple of cookies and some chocolate milk before bed last night). Dinner was hearty, but relatively good for me. Some split pea soup with potatoes, carrots and onions and some leftover ham. It was tasty even though it was a little thin. It hit the spot without overdoing it. I love big hearty soups and hope to have many more given the new diet. Tonight is karate and I expect to feel whipped afterwards since it has been a week since my last visit to the dojo. I look forward to going and wish I had made it there on Monday. I have to talk with the sensei tonight to find out what it will cost for me to continue. Hopefully the price won’t be too far out of reach and I’ll be able to make something happen there. Links: [Mangan Martial Arts Academy](http://www.manganmaa.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2013%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2013%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-13-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, exercise, fast food, karate, soups, whole foods --- ### [Coffee House Snobbery?](https://mywriterscramp.com/coffee-house-snobbery/) **Published:** January 24, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Yeah, I’m a writer. As a writer, I should love all things coffee house, especially Starbucks, where I can sit and show everyone that I’m a writer, but to be honest, I don’t. Now I have nothing against writers who do their work in a coffe house, except when they’re not buying coffee and just sucking up space that paying customers could use. Personally I think there should be a drink per hour minimum, just to be fair. Oh, and for God’s sake TIP. All of this came out from a conversation my wife and I had this morning while listening to the DJ’s on the radio talking about Starbuck’s serving beer and wine in certain locations. I hold no grudge against Starbuck”s or their uber-succesful marketing scheme, but I do not care for their coffee or the space wasters that are too often found within. \[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcwAwTPX3IQ&w=640&h=360\] Videos courtesy of [illwillpress.com](http://illwillpress.com). \[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukdZPU65UJk&w=640&h=360\] ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcoffee-house-snobbery%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Coffee%20House%20Snobbery%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/coffee-house-snobbery/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/coffee-house-snobbery/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/coffee-house-snobbery/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/coffee-house-snobbery/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Coffee%20House%20Snobbery%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcoffee-house-snobbery%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** coffee, coffee house, illwillpress.com, snobbery, starbuck's, tips, video --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 14 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-14-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 24, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/foter.com/img/photo/10/coffee-waves_l.jpeg?w=640 "coffee Waves")[Omar\_MK](http://www.flickr.com/photos/13318598@N07/) /[Foter](http://foter.com/ "Foter Free Photos")The single greatest challenge to switching over to whole foods/vegan will be coffee. I’m an adict. I need it in the morning and I occasionally enjoy it in the evening. I like it with cream and sugar, or a flavored creamer, neither of which fits into the new diet. We’ve been trying non-dairy creamer, which neither tastes as good or fits into the whole foods thing, and we’ve tried the milk substitutes, but none of it tastes as good. Maybe I should just give up coffee altogether rather than face daily disappointment in my morning beverage. Any suggestions out there? Yesterday I did not make it to karate do to time constraints, but I will make it on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at least. Eating was okay yesterday, with a reasonable lunch of turkey tacos and a dinner of roasted squash spaghetti. The spaghetti was awesome, but we decided that the squash needed to be cut into smaller pieces before roasting if it was going to be a quick meal. 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I suppose I could try harder, but to be honest it is all I can do to keep my head above water. This weekend was the Pinewood Derby for my kids’ cub scout pack and I help out with that every year so my time was even more strained than usual. As a result my eating was not as good as it could have been. It was not outright horrible, but there was some fast food and eating out involved as well. The time crunch is one of the things that switching to whole foods has me worried about. The recipes we have tried are excellent, but most are time consuming and fast food can be so damned convenient. I need to dig up some whole food convenience foods. I did not get to do karate this weekend, but I will Monday night. I missed it and I can’t wait to get back to it. Hopefully this week will be a little better diet-wise and I’ll feel better as a result. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-15-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2015%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-15-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-15-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-15-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-15-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2015%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-15-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** convenience foods, Diet, fast food, karate, pinewood derby, recipes, whole food --- ### [Pinewood Derby Time!](https://mywriterscramp.com/pinewood-derby-time/) **Published:** January 22, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/2012-01-22_16-20-26_500.jpg?resize=614%2C345 "Pinewood Derby Racers") So the grand day has come and gone. The race went off without a hitch and was the best of the three we have participated in. The last couple of years the top five or six racers were known after the first race, but this year the top spots changed around with almost every race (though the number one spot never changed, he was just that good). By the end of the fourth and final round of race the difference between the leader and the last place car was only three and a half tenths of a second. That is just rediculously close. Neither Connor or Zachary place inside the top ten, but Zachary managed a fourteenth place finish with Connor ended in twenty-first. I played my usual role of running the times and organizing the heats. It sounds glamorous, but really it is not much more than making sure the program runs and that everything gets printed out. At any rate, it was a fun day enjoyed by all! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fpinewood-derby-time%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2F2012-01-22_16-20-26_500.jpg&description=Pinewood%20Derby%20Time%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/pinewood-derby-time/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/pinewood-derby-time/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/pinewood-derby-time/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/pinewood-derby-time/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Pinewood%20Derby%20Time%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fpinewood-derby-time%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures, Family **Tags:** cub scouts, pack 180, pinewood derby, racers --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 18 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 20, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** My eating was better yesterday…right until I downed the whole pint of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream last night. Man I need to stop giving in to that sort of thing. It will be nice when we finally cut all of that stuff completely out of our diet so that I can avoid the temptation. I felt pretty good yesterday all things considered, although I was a bit stiff. The funny thing is that my sensei says I am too stiff and that I need to relax. Oh how right he is! I feel like I’m wound up very tight all of the time and the idea of relaxing seems all too foreign to me. Perhaps I am putting too much on the diet, but I’m hoping that helps on the relaxation front as well. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2018%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2018%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-18-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, ice cream, karate, relax, sensei, stiff, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 19 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 19, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I under-ate yesterday. I had a little leftover junk food for lunch a couple of oranges and a bowl of soup (and my usual coffee, but with Almond Milk instead of dairy creamer). I had plenty of energy and made it through karate in good shape, but I was STARVING when I got home at 8:45. I need to figure out some good snacks to take everywhere with me for these kind of nights. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2019%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2019%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-19-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, exercise, fast food, karate, snacks, whole foods --- ### [The Pocket Ninja Strikes Again!](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-pocket-ninja-strikes-again/) **Published:** January 19, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** \[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=\_W5Dj-CVMaw\] Connor got to spar in gear last night. It was awesome to watch. Check Out [Mangan Martial Arts](http://www.manganmaa.com/childrens_page3.htm) Children’s Program! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-pocket-ninja-strikes-again%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Pocket%20Ninja%20Strikes%20Again%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-pocket-ninja-strikes-again/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-pocket-ninja-strikes-again/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-pocket-ninja-strikes-again/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-pocket-ninja-strikes-again/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Pocket%20Ninja%20Strikes%20Again%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-pocket-ninja-strikes-again%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures **Tags:** Connor, Family, karate, mangan, pocket ninja, sparring, video --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 20 Day Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining/) **Published:** January 18, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Yesterday was not my best day. I started out with a little fast food and ended with fast food. I kept my portions moderate though, so at least there is that. I had karate last night and it felt good being out on the mat and getting the work in. The funny thing with karate is that the warm up exercises are physically harder than the karate itself. Between the crunches, sit ups and jumping jacks I am worn out before we really get to work. The up side is that I can tell I’m getting stronger and that is an awesome step in the right direction. I talked with my wife last night and we should be able to continue with my taking karate after my trial month is over. I’m totally excited about this. I think between the karate and the changes in my diet I’ll be able to lose twenty or thirty pounds and shake off the diabetes. This is a long-term process, but the end results will be so worth it. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2020%20Day%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2020%20Day%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-20-day-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** diabetese, Diet, exercise, fast food, karate, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 21 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 17, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** After yesterday’s blog I decided to approach this whole thing a little differently. There is no point in itemizing what I ate really, so I’ll discuss it in general terms with a few references thrown in, but no list…blah. Who wants to look at that? I don’t want to look at it and I’m the one writing it. Yesterday was not a bad eating day, though I ate a bit more meat than I had planned. I packed a ham sandwhich for lunch, but I was offered half a hamburger afterwards and I jumped on it. I was still hungry damnit and the oranges I had packed for snacks just weren’t cutting it. Dinner was good with a couple of twice baked potatoes and some salad. I felt okay throughout the day and was even able to turn down desert last night, so I am taking it as a good day. That being said, I didn’t go to karate like I had planned since I worked on pine wood derby cars with my boys and I’ll be going tonight after a quick stop at cub scouts. Busy, busy, busy is this father of two. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2021%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2021%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-21-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** cub scouts, Diet, exercise, karate, Meat, pine wood derby, whole foods --- ### [Ahhh, Animated Steampunk Does My Soul Some Good](https://mywriterscramp.com/ahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good/) **Published:** January 16, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** So I stumbled across this wonderful video while reading through [Giant Battling Robots](http://giantbattlingrobots.blogspot.com/). Love it! \[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXET1kvEOAY\] ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Ahhh%2C%20Animated%20Steampunk%20Does%20My%20Soul%20Some%20Good) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/ahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/ahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/ahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/ahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Ahhh%2C%20Animated%20Steampunk%20Does%20My%20Soul%20Some%20Good&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fahhh-animated-steampunk-does-my-soul-some-good%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** animation, Battletech, blur studios, robots, steam punk, video --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown, 25 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 13, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Daily Food IntakeBreakfast22oz coffee w/ flavored creamerAM SnackOrangeLunchSplit Pea SoupPM SnackOrangeDinnerItalian Sub SandwhichDessertOrange, Soy MilkI overslept and felt rushed for the rest of the morning, but I had slept well. I made it through the day without much difficulty, but I had forgotten my water bottle, so I was thirsty for most of the day. I probably could have chosen better for dinner, but it was tasty and not overly heavy. I lacked energy today and would have been happy heading to bed early, but my wife and I worked on the finances and planning our meals for the next week. Once my head hit the pillow though I did not stay awake for more than a few minutes. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2025%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%2C%2025%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-25-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** daily food intake, Diet, energy, sleep, split pea soup, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown: 26 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 12, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Daily Food IntakeBreakfastapple cinnamon cheerios, 16oz of coffee with flavored creamerAM SnackNoneLunchChicken Gizards, mac and cheese, coleslaw, hushpuppiesPM Snackchicken strip and huspuppiesDinnerchickpe salad and an orangeDesertNone I woke up this morning a little hard, and felt a little irritable. The morning was long and I was not able to eat again until after 1PM. I ate poorly, but I loved every minute of it. The fried food tasted great and was filling, but it sat heavy in my stomach. When I went to karate tonight I could tell that I had not eaten well during the day. I felt sluggish and weak and I know that my lunch choice made the difference in how I felt. I won’t be doing that again. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%3A%2026%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%3A%2026%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-26-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, fried foods, health, journal, karate, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown: 27 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 11, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Daily Food IntakeBreakfastApple Cinnamon Cheerios, 22oz coffee with flavored creamerAM SnackSmall Gala AppleLunch1/2 portion Canned Meat Ravioli’s, QinoaPM SnackLarge Cutie, cheese and crackersDinnerSplit Pea Soup Desertchocolate Milk, dry roasted peanuts So I woke up this morning feeling pretty good, despite a rough night’s sleep (sooo many interuptions). By eleven I had eaten my snack and was still hungry. I’m a little sore from karate last night, but not as much as the day before. I was very hungry thorugh the early afternoon and even after dinner I felt hungry even though I had a good sized bowl of soup. I have been better about drinking my water thoough and I think it has at least made a difference in my muscle ache. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%3A%2027%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%3A%2027%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-27-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** Diet, exercise, health, karate, sleep, whole foods --- ### [Whole Foods Countdown: 28 Days Remaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining/) **Published:** January 10, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Daily Food IntakeBreakfast:16 oz coffee w/ flavored creamerAM Snack:small gala appleLunch:Rotini ala VodkaPM Snack:Large Cutie, 12oz V-8Dinner:Shrimp w/ Garlic Qinoa and broiled ZuchiniDesert: Large Cutie and dry roasted peanutsThis morning I woke up with a headache and felt groggy and irritable. I can’t really say this is different from most mornings. By ten-thirty I was starving and ate my snack. I was hungry in the afternoon, but I think a lot of that had to do with my not having any water to drink (left my bottle in the car and too busy to go get it). Dinner was excellent and light enough that when I went to karate fifteen minutes later I didn’t feel weighed down or sick while exercising (outside of the muscle ache I was already struggling with). I was hungry when I got home so I had my “desert.” Sll in sll it was a decent day. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%3A%2028%20Days%20Remaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/whole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Whole%20Foods%20Countdown%3A%2028%20Days%20Remaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwhole-foods-countdown-28-days-remaining%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** daily food intake, Diet, health, karate, qinoa, whole foods --- ### [It Is Time For A Change](https://mywriterscramp.com/it-is-time-for-a-change/) **Published:** January 9, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** It always amazes me the way that the sermons at our [church](http://covechurch.org/) always seem to be just what I needed. This week’s sermon was about taking control of our lives. Proverbs 25:28 says, “Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.” This was the foundation of the sermon, and while I can’t begin to do justice to what was said (if you click the link above you can find the sermon to watch or listen to), I’ll do my best to share the gist of it. We all have things we could improve upon in ourselves, and this time of year we all vow to try, but ultimately we fail. Why do we fail? We try to do everything ourselves, so we constantly fall short, but if we ask Jesus into our hearts and listen closely he can help. While God will help if we ask for it, we still have to do a lot of the work ourselves. Part of the message was that we have to avoid procrastination and get started on making the necessary changes in our lives. So I have started making the changes. I had actually started on Saturday with the addition of Karate to my schedule. It was a lot of fun and I hurt like hell now, but I am totally looking forward to doing it again tonight. Another planned change has been a switch to a whole foods diet starting in February. We joined an online workshop for a three-month starter course and the kick off is February 6th (You can join us [here](http://beautythatmoves.typepad.com/beauty_that_moves/2011/12/my-entry.html) if you’re interested). As part of the process my wife and I have decided to journal the experience with an emphasis on how we feel and what we eat. I’ve decided that I’m going to start mine now, so that I have something to compare it to later. Every evening I will try to post and we’ll see how it goes. So what changes do you need to make in your life? LINK: [Beauty That Moves](http://beautythatmoves.typepad.com/beauty_that_moves/ "Beauty That Moves") [Forks Over Knives](http://www.forksoverknives.com/) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fit-is-time-for-a-change%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=It%20Is%20Time%20For%20A%20Change) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/it-is-time-for-a-change/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/it-is-time-for-a-change/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/it-is-time-for-a-change/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/it-is-time-for-a-change/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20It%20Is%20Time%20For%20A%20Change&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fit-is-time-for-a-change%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Whole Foods **Tags:** the cove, vegan, whole foods, changes, Church, Diet, karate, procrastination, proverbs, self control, sermon --- ### [New Year's Resolutions and Other Insanities](https://mywriterscramp.com/new-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities/) **Published:** January 5, 2012 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/foter.com/img/photo/7/brokeness-daily-iphoneography-88-365_l.jpg?w=640 "Brokeness : Daily iPhoneography (88/365)")[Anthony K. Valley](http://www.flickr.com/photos/82668092@N00/) /[Foter](http://foter.com/ "Foter Free Photos")Last year I set one real goal/resolution for 2011. I wanted to average 500 words per day in my writing and I’m happy to say I exceeded that. I barely wrote anything I in December and still my average for the year exceeded 600. The 50k word written for NaNaWriMo helped me take a break in December which I desperately needed so that I could bend more of my will against the editing process. With that in mind I set my first goal for 2012. I will write 100 words per day. This keeps me writing, but allows for more editing and rewriting this year. For goal number two I will finish editing and rewriting the two novels I finished in 2011. Editing has proven to be hard and time consuming, but I am confident I can do it. My third goal is to submit at least two short stories for publication this year. I only submitted one last year, so doubling up seems like an appropriate goal. My next goal is to be better at following through on my commitments. I’m not horrible on this, but I can do better. Really what I need to work on is the the speed with which I follow through. This one will be hard, but I can do it. Goal the fifth involves me consuming less sugar. I’m starting with no dessert at dinner time. Eventually I will cut all of the sugary snacks out of my diet. That’s really about it for resolutions. It seems like a reasonable list and I think I can do all four. On a side note, I will be starting a one month series of karate lessons. I hope I can continue beyond my month, but I don’t think I can afford the expense. My first lesson is this Saturday and I am totally excited. I’ve been wanting to do this since I was a kid. Connor, my youngest son, thinks it is a grand idea because his sensei will get to beat on me. I’ve not really watched his sensei with the adults, but I suspect it may be a while before I get beat up in class. Another big change in our household is that my wife is starting a side job selling for [Thirty-One Gifts](http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/ "Thirty-One Gifts"). She is excited and nervous all at the same time and I’ll be doing everything I can to support her, so if you are interested then drop her a line [here](tracyswett.31@gmail.com "Tracy's 31 Email") and tell her I sent you (I can always use the brownie points!). Whil I am not a purse or bag man, I can say that some of the stuff Tracy has gotten for herself is pretty useful and she loves them. Well that is it for now I guess, but I’ll be back in the groove soon enough! Links: [31 Gifts Fall/Winter Catalog](http://fall2011.thirtyonegifts.com/page1.html "Fall Catalog!") [New Year’s Resolutions for Writers](http://howtowriteshop.loridevoti.com/2011/12/new-years-resolutions-for-writers/ "How To Write Shop") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnew-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=New%20Year%27s%20Resolutions%20and%20Other%20Insanities) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/new-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/new-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/new-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/new-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20New%20Year%27s%20Resolutions%20and%20Other%20Insanities&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnew-years-resolutions-and-other-insanities%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** editing, goals, karate, new year, resolutions, thirty one gifts --- ### [2011 in review](https://mywriterscramp.com/2011-in-review/) **Published:** December 31, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2011 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: > The concert hall at the Syndey Opera House holds 2,700 people. This blog was viewed about **8,200** times in 2011. If it were a concert at Sydney Opera House, it would take about 3 sold-out performances for that many people to see it. 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Although it was the end of November it was warm enough that a sweatshirt was all the protection we needed. We sat in a bench swing and watched early morning beach goers, birds, dolphins and the sunrise. It was a beautiful way to cap the visit. Here are some of my favorites from that morning. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/031.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "031")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/031.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/034.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "034")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/034.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/037.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "037")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/037.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/041.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "041")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/041.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/042.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "042")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/042.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/047.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "047")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/047.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/048.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "048")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/048.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/050.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "050")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/050.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/051.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "051")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/051.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/055.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "055")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/055.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/059.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "059")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/059.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/067.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "067")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/067.jpg) All of the pictures were taken from the same location near the Tybee Island Pier on November 26, 2011. When we go next year I plan on having a better camera with some nice telephoto lenses so that I’m less dependent on the digital zoom of my existing camera, but I have to say I’m not too disappointed in the shots I got. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ftybee-island-sunrise%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F12%2F031.jpg%3Fw%3D1024%26h%3D768&description=Tybee%20Island%20Sunrise) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/tybee-island-sunrise/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/tybee-island-sunrise/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/tybee-island-sunrise/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/tybee-island-sunrise/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Tybee%20Island%20Sunrise&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Ftybee-island-sunrise%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Family **Tags:** photos, pictures, sunrise, thanksgiving, tybee island --- ### [Just Before Midnight Musings](https://mywriterscramp.com/midnight-musings/) **Published:** December 5, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Okay, I’m lying in bed and I can’t fall asleep so I thought I would share some of the things on my mind. This is not always a safe thing since this could all be a semi-lucid dream and the morning may tell me this was a bad idea, but I’m going to go for it. First, the Arizona Cardinals beat the Dallas Cowboys in overtime. While the Cardinals may not be in the NFC East anymore there is still a bit of animosity between the teams and the Cardinals have won for the third time in three years. The rest of the season should be filled with victories, but they probably won’t make the wild card spot since the first half of the season was so bad, but at least they can say they beat the Cowboys. Tomorrow I’ll be in Winston-Salem doing a server install, the first of two this week. I’m really pretty stoked about it. Doing this sort of thing is what I want so it will be a good day. I have my own server at home up and running now and it has been an interesting experience. I never thought I would enjoy the networking side so much, but I really do. Editing is going slow, but I have set a goal of finishing the first edit and rewrite of Alone to be done by the end of January. It will be a stretch, but I figure that if I can finish NaNoWriMo, then I can finish a little editing. In a couple of weeks I will be meeting with my writing group to do some editing and I would like to present some of Alone. Well midnight is upon me and I must get some sleep. This has been My Midnight Musings. 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One of the places we had to visit was the Bonaventure Cemetery outside of Savannah. It is a huge cemetery with graves stretching back to the 18th century. I took a lot of pictures and I thought I would share some of my favorites. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-082.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 082")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-082.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-046.jpg?w=768&h=1024&fit=768%2C1024&resize=500%2C666 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 046")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-046.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-042.jpg?w=768&h=1024&fit=768%2C1024&resize=500%2C666 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 042")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-042.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-043.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 043")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-043.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-039.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 039")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-039.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-036.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 036")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-036.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-012.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Tybee Island 012")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-012.jpg) [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-004.jpg?w=1024&h=768&fit=1024%2C768&resize=500%2C375 "Bonaventure Cemetary, Veterans of World Wars")](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/bonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-004.jpg) I wish I had taken the time to write down the information on the various graves and monuments, but I was just too busy taking pictures. - - - - ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbonaventure-cemetery%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F12%2Fbonaventure-cemetary-tybee-island-082.jpg%3Fw%3D1024%26h%3D768&description=Bonaventure%20Cemetery%3A%20Beauty%20in%20Death) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/bonaventure-cemetery/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/bonaventure-cemetery/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/bonaventure-cemetery/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/bonaventure-cemetery/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Bonaventure%20Cemetery%3A%20Beauty%20in%20Death&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbonaventure-cemetery%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** tybee island, 18th century, bonaventure, cemetary, cemetery, georgia, monuments, savannah, thanksgiving --- ### [No More NaNoWriMo](https://mywriterscramp.com/no-more-nanowrimo/) **Published:** December 1, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Okay…no more NaNoWriMo until next year at least. November has come and gone and it has all bee a fabulous blur, but it is time to get back on course. I set aside all other writing for my NaNoWriMo project, but I must get back to it now. I have my 100-word project to keep me writing and I am editing and rewriting ALONE as well. I would really like to have it completely edited and ready for submission by the end of January, so there is a lot of work to be done there. I figure once I have Alone ready and I’m shopping it around, I’ll go back to my NaNoWriMo piece for rewrite and edit. With any luck I may have one or more published next year. One of the biggest things I have going on will be starting today. I had been posting on my worpress.com account, but now I have my very own domain, mywriterscramp.com, and all of my posts will be going there first, with only some of the posts making it back to the old site. Eventually I will be forwarding all traffic from the wordpress site to my domain, but that is a little ways away still. As a peculiar note, though I am using wordpress on my new domain, I cannot move subscriptions to the new domain, so if you are a subscriber of mine you will want to go to my webpage and subscribe in whatever format you like best (RSS, Facebook, Twitter, EMAIL and Text Message are all options). I’ll be dropping by my subscriber’s blogs and emails to spread the word, but I’d love to see you make the conversion! As a bonus for the people who come to my new domain, I will be leaving the NaNoWriMo posts up for your reading pleasure for an extra week, while the posts on my wordpress site will be removed this coming weekend. Stop on by and let me know what you think of the new site and spread the word: My Writer’s Cramp is taking it to the next level! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fno-more-nanowrimo%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=No%20More%20NaNoWriMo) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/no-more-nanowrimo/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/no-more-nanowrimo/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/no-more-nanowrimo/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/no-more-nanowrimo/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20No%20More%20NaNoWriMo&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fno-more-nanowrimo%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** alone, blogging, domain, editing, update, website --- ### [NaNoWriMo: Day 26](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-day-26/) **Published:** November 27, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** So I wrote nothing on the 26th day of the month, but I had a REALLY good excuse. I was spending the last day of my vacation with my wife and kids. I spent the morning watching the sunrise with my wife. It was one of the greatest moments of my [Thanksgiving](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/thanksgiving "Thanksgiving") Holiday. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/059.jpg?resize=500%2C375 "Sunrise on Tybee Island")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/11/27/nanowrimo-day-26/attachment/059/)Sunrise on Tybee IslandAfter we got everything put together, packed up and ready to g0 we did a little last minute tourist shopping and headed for our last tourist stop of the trip. We went to [Fort Pulaski](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=32.0272222222,-80.8902777778&spn=0.01,0.01&q=32.0272222222,-80.8902777778 (Fort%20Pulaski%20National%20Monument)&t=h "Fort Pulaski National Monument"), a [Civil War Era](http://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war "American Civil War") fort that fell victim to the modernization of the nineteenth century battlefield. It was awesome to see and the whole family had a great time. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/087.jpg?resize=500%2C375 "The Flagpole at Fort Pulaski")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/11/27/nanowrimo-day-26/attachment/087/)The Flagpole at Fort Pulaski\[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lJvQRB8HY8\] ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo – I Did It!](http://thedailywoman.wordpress.com/2011/11/27/nanowrimo-i-did-it/) (thedailywoman.wordpress.com) - [\#NaNoWriMo – FAIL](http://writeami.wordpress.com/2011/11/25/nanowrimo-fail/) (writeami.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo: Tips to Cross the Finish Line!](http://dorchesterpub.wordpress.com/2011/11/25/nanowrimo-im-almost-there/) (dorchesterpub.wordpress.com) - [NaNoWriMo Twenty-Eleven FINAL UPDATE!](http://veronicasrandomness.wordpress.com/2011/11/27/nanowrimo-twenty-eleven-final-update/) (veronicasrandomness.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-day-26%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F11%2F059.jpg&description=NaNoWriMo%3A%20Day%2026) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-day-26/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-day-26/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-day-26/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-day-26/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20NaNoWriMo%3A%20Day%2026&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-day-26%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Family, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** United States, Writing, civil war, fort pulaski, History, holiday, thanksgiving, Tybee Island Georgia --- ### [Believe It or Not I Do Things Other Than Write](https://mywriterscramp.com/believe-it-or-not-i-do-things-other-than-write/) **Published:** November 19, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I know my life lately has been dominated by NaNoWriMo, but there has been a lot of other stuff going on as well. Most of it has very little to do with me, but it has everything to do with my kids. In the last week we had parent teacher conferences for both boys and let me just tell you how proud of them I am. Both are earning straight A’s and got high marks in behavior as well. I walked out of both conferences with my chest puffed up just a little. Tracy and I have worked hard with them, but their love of learning is their own and it makes me so very proud. Soccer season is over and I am plenty okay with that. Zachary’s team, the one I coached, did not do well in the tournament and it left me a little shaken as a coach. I felt like I had not done right by them, but I can say that they all played better by the end of the year and I can take some comfort in that. Connor’s team went undefeated even through the all county tournament. They were champions to be sure. Now that there is no soccer we are back to cub scouts and karate has kicked into a higher gear once again, so even without soccer we keep going at full tilt. Zachary doesn’t know it yet but after the first of the year he’ll be getting to take the art classes he has been wanting to take. No rest for this family. Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching and this year we’ll be heading to Tybee Island outside of Savannah, Georgia. A trip to the coast has become a family tradition and we are all looking forward to it. Zachary is hoping he can find an alligator head to bring home with him and I promised that if we couldn’t find one that I would order one online for him. I don’t always understand why he wants things but I admire the passion he has for those things. We have recently started getting an assortment of locally grown fruits and vegetables on a weekly basis. The produce is so much better than what we get at the store and we get things I don’t normally try. For example, this week we got mustard and collard greens, so last night I made mustard greens and they were really good (at least Tracy and I thought so, the boys weren’t quite so enthusiastic). I’m really looking forward to seeing what we get next week so that I can use the great produce for a fantastic holiday dinner. If you have a chance to get local produce like this I strongly suggest that you do it. I have turned a corner of sorts at work. I spoke with our senior network tech and he has started working with me on server setup. In a couple of weeks i’ll be doing a complete server install and I couldn’t be more excited. I’m studying and preparing for it and I hope I will do many more going forward. Being a network administrator is what I want to do and the experience I earn doing this work will stay with me forever. Well I think that is it for now. I’ll go back to working on NaNoWriMo until the end of the month then it will be hard core editing time. 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This one has been exhausting to be sure, but that is not too unusual I suppose. The tricky thing with this month has been that it was a tease. It felt like this was supposed to be the month where things leveled off, but that was so not the case. The further along the month went the more chaotic it all became. This past weekend we started the Fall Tournament for [Iredell County](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=35.81,-80.87&spn=1.0,1.0&q=35.81,-80.87%20%28Iredell%20County%2C%20North%20Carolina%29&t=h "Iredell County, North Carolina") (which [SISA](http://www.sisasoccer.com/) is participating. We had to miss Connor’s first game because it started at 5PM in Mooresville. Working in Charlotte means that 5:30 is about the best we can do just to get o town, much less pick up the boys and get to the field. I swear, the children’s activities in that town are aimed at families with one stay at home parent. I have no problem with families that can manage that, and I hope that we are able to get there in the next three years or so, but it sucks when trying to arrange activities for the boys. Anyhow, Connor’s other two games were on Sunday and they won both of them. The second one was a real nail biter and when Connor played goalie in the fourth quarter his mother and I were a pair of nervous wrecks. He did well, and only had to make one save, but it was still nerve wracking. Zachary’s first game was early Saturday morning and they won by forfeit (the other team never showed up). They had a game scheduled for that afternoon, but it was cancelled due to the field being under water (rescheduled for next weekend…the season that just won’t end). His third game was on Sunday. Zachary had another good game in goal and only had one real goal against him that was his fault. As a whole the team struggled and I still haven’t figured out how to turn it around. They played like they were all exhausted, barely running, not listening, getting out of position, etc., etc., etc. I’m stumped on this. I suspect that part of the problem is we never have a practice with everyone there. Occasionally we get a full team there for Friday night practice, but its rare and our Wednesday practice last week was only two boys. Its damn hard to put any sort of strategy to work without the whole team, but even then I don’t think that is where our problem lies. I have one more practice and one more game to figure it out until the long winter break. On the writing front I have been prepping for the month of November. [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo") starts in twelve hours…just twelve. I am far more prepared this year than I have been in the past, but I’ll admit the task is a daunting one. 1633 words per day on average. In the last year the best I have managed is 1029.9 words per day in August. I have to increase my output by a little more than 50%. Hear that sound? That was my jaw hitting the floor as the realization of that number hit me. Okay…shake it off Eric…you can do this. You know what? I can. I am going into this more prepared than ever and I have a greater understanding of the process. How am I prepared you ask? Well I actually created a story outline and did character sketches for the main characters, so no flying by the seat of my pants this time. And my understanding of the process? I came across a few blogs written by more experienced NaNoWriMoers and I came to the understanding that this month is not about quality…its about quantity. Get the story out as fast as you can. Ignore the typos, the misspelling, the bad punctuation and the massive plot holes. Just get the words down. The rewriting phase is where you fix that crap. So badly written words will be flowing freely from me next month…you are warned. Now all this NaNoWriMo talk brings me to an important bit of information about his blog for the coming month. My daily 100-Word Challenge will still be posted, but I will not be writing anything new. I am about 45 days ahead of what I’m posting due to starting the writing before I started posting, so I will burn through about a month of that. I may still post an occasional blog otherwise, but it will be pretty few and far between. I am planning on posting my daily output, as crude as it may be, but they will all be removed on December 1, so you had better keep pace. If you are partaking in NaNoWriMo please add me as a buddy [here](http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/participants/eric-swett), or if you would like be a sponsor for my NaNoWriMo adventure please make your donation [here](http://www.stayclassy.org/fundraise?fcid=147878). Anyhow, I hope you enjoy the output in the month ahead, even if it is only for the comedic value of watching me flail about. Have a great day! ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo – Less than 24 hours to go](http://lifeatnofixedabode.com/2011/10/31/nanowrimo-less-than-24-hours-to-go/) (lifeatnofixedabode.com) - [Magic Mondays: NaNoWriMo 201 Kickoff](http://eulana.com/2011/10/31/magic-mondays-nanowrimo-201-kickoff/) (eulana.com) - [Hey everyone NaNoWriMo is mere hours away and…](http://querkthegroup.wordpress.com/2011/10/31/hey-everyone-nanowrimo-is-mere-hours-away-and/) (querkthegroup.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-month-ends-and-a-new-one-begins%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fen%2Fthumb%2F7%2F76%2FBotticelli_Sant%2527Agostino.jpg%2F300px-Botticelli_Sant%2527Agostino.jpg&description=A%20Month%20Ends%20and%20A%20New%20One%20Begins) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-month-ends-and-a-new-one-begins/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-month-ends-and-a-new-one-begins/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-month-ends-and-a-new-one-begins/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-month-ends-and-a-new-one-begins/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Month%20Ends%20and%20A%20New%20One%20Begins&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-month-ends-and-a-new-one-begins%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge, Family, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** soccer, goalie, National Novel Writing Month, novels, November, sisa soccer --- ### [IN DEFENSE OF MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW](https://mywriterscramp.com/in-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view/) **Published:** October 25, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [IN DEFENSE OF MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW](http://wp.me/pxEuS-dm). Once again, [Philip Athans](http://twitter.com/PhilAthans) proves himself to be the man. If you click the link above it will take you to a post of his where he talks about the use of varying [Points of View](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Points_of_View "Points of View") and why he thinks it is a good thing. Personally, I couldn’t agree more. Different points of view add perspective and suspense if done right. For years I was told to stick with third person, and I have done a lot of writing from that perspective, but I love playing with first person and even second (usually for short pieces). In Alone, my work in the editing and rewriting stage of development, I kept the POV first person and the editing process has shown me how hard that can be, but I wouldn’t change it. For that story it works and to change it would alter the flow of the story and its emotional content. My ingoing 100-word challenge story has three distinct POV’s and even two different tenses so far. The hero is written from first person present tense while the other two POV’s are from third person past. The switching back and forth creates a different sort of dynamic for each and adds to the tension and character of each scene. The more I write, the more I want to play with POV and tense. There is too much you can do with both to settle for the lazy [third person omniscient](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third-person_omniscient_narrative "Third-person omniscient narrative") approach to writing every time you sit down at the desk. Explore, grow and find what works for you. That’s exactly what I’m trying to do. ###### Related articles - [Writing is Easy Part 5](http://rjmedak.wordpress.com/2011/10/24/writing-is-easy-part-5/) (rjmedak.wordpress.com) - [Style Article – A POV on POVs by @krisbcullen](http://projectteambeta.com/2011/10/09/a-pov-on-povs-by-krisbcullen/) (projectteambeta.com) - [Bad writing habits: complications ≠ complexity](http://viciousimagery.blogspot.com/2011/10/bad-writing-habits-complications.html) (viciousimagery.blogspot.com) - [Playing with Point of View](http://clairejdeboer.com/2011/07/17/playing-with-point-of-view/) (clairejdeboer.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fin-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=IN%20DEFENSE%20OF%20MULTIPLE%20POINTS%20OF%20VIEW) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/in-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/in-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/in-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/in-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20IN%20DEFENSE%20OF%20MULTIPLE%20POINTS%20OF%20VIEW&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fin-defense-of-multiple-points-of-view%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge, Alone **Tags:** Fiction, Philip Athans, Point of View, POV, tense, writing advice --- ### [NaNoWriMo Prequal!](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-prequal/) **Published:** October 24, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I am blatantly stealing an idea from [this](http://writeontheworld.wordpress.com/2011/10/19/nanowrimo-novel-outline/) extremely well written blog. I read it, watched the attached video and decided that she had come upon a great idea. So here it is: I am writing some short stories that will show off some of the characters that will be appearing in my [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo") story next month. I had never thought of doing something like this until I read her blog and I have to say I instantly fell in love with the idea. So, for the rest of this week you’ll be seeing a few short pieces that will give you a glimpse into the characters and world of my NaNoWriMo novel. Tomorrow will be the first entry and the day after will be the second. Let me know what you think! ###### Related articles - [Preparing for NaNoWriMo: Day 2](http://writeontheworld.wordpress.com/2011/10/18/preparing-for-nanowrimo/) (writeontheworld.wordpress.com) - [National Novel Writing Month: my experience and advice](http://rhculp.com/2011/10/23/national-novel-writing-month-my-experience-and-advice/) (rhculp.com) - [Getting Ready for NaNoWriMo 2011](http://thewillowpapers.wordpress.com/2011/10/02/getting-ready-for-nanowrimo-2011/) (thewillowpapers.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-prequal%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=NaNoWriMo%20Prequal%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-prequal/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-prequal/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-prequal/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/nanowrimo-prequal/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20NaNoWriMo%20Prequal%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fnanowrimo-prequal%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, NaNoWriMo **Tags:** Characters, Fiction, National Novel Writing Month, Short story --- ### [Its Camping Time](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-camping-time/) **Published:** October 22, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/wpid-1319330253043.jpg?w=640) The sun has gone down and I am sitting around the campfire with a bunch of other parents, praying that the temperature does not get as low as we expect it to. I love camping out and I miss the backpacking I used to do. There is something awesome about being out in the wilderness, far away from civilization. While I’m glad I can post this message tonight I would really prefer that I was far enough away from cell towers to not have access to the internet right now. Both of my boys are in cub scouts this year and we just got started with this camp out since soccer has dominated our lives for the last couple of months. I’m not playing the part of leader this year, though they have asked me to. To be honest i’m not a big fan of cub scouts. It is great for the kids, but I can’t wait until they get into boy scouts. I loved boy scouts. The hiking, the knot tying and the camping were the most important things in my life from sixth grade until I was well into high school. I can look back at my time in the scouts and honestly say they were some of the best times of my life. I hope that my boys find as much joy in it as I did and I plan on being there for as much of it as I can. Posted from WordPress for Android ###### Related articles - [Boy Scouts of America – “Be a Scout”](http://www.frugalupstate.com/frugal-living/boy-scouts-of-america-be-a-scout/) (frugalupstate.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-camping-time%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Its%20Camping%20Time) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-camping-time/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-camping-time/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-camping-time/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-camping-time/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Its%20Camping%20Time&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-camping-time%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Family **Tags:** parents, boy scouts, Boy Scouts of America, boys, camp fire, camp out, cub scouts, Cubscout --- ### [At Least We Didn't Lose](https://mywriterscramp.com/at-least-we-didnt-lose/) **Published:** October 17, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** The Arizona Cardinals did not lose this weekend. I repeat, they did not lose. The fact that they had a bye this week is irrelevant. The losing streak has ended!!! On another note, I had a great weekend. Soccer was awesome and I started work on setting up my server. I don’t really need a server right now, but it is a fun learning tool and I have been putting it off for a while. This week we start cub scouts back up, just in time for this weekend’s camp out. I’m not overly excited about it, but the boys sure are. I actually made progress on preparing for NaNoWriMo this weekend. For the first time ever I have actually put to screen the rough story idea and the first main character sketches. This is a first with any project I have done and i’m feeling a little jazzed about it. Perhaps I will be able to hit this 50k thing since i’m going into it a bit more prepared. It is going to be a science fiction piece that takes place a couple hundred years in the future. Way cool, but I don’t want to give away too much since I’ll be posting it on here. Anyhow. Have a great day and I’ll catch you later. 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Today I want to talk about my younger son, Connor. Where Zachary is not the aggressive, athletic type, Connor is. Connor came into the season feeling confident, ready to play as a forward, but he struggled with that. He just never seemed like he could make that move to take the shot. He had a ton of assists and was a big contributor, but never got the kill shot. In the last few weeks he was switched over defense and his play came alive. He was in the mix, making plays and denying his opponents the opportunity to score. We talked with the coaches and talked amongst ourselves and figured out what had made the difference. Connor is competitive, but he loves to compete against other people. Forwards are more about avoiding direct conflict so they can make the shot. Defenders go after the guy with the ball and take it from him. Connor wants to beat the other guy and he is damn good at it. Today, Connor tried out for a tournament team. He did great, but didn’t make the cut. He was one of two six year olds competing against two dozen seven and eight year olds and was told he was too young for the team. Two of his team mates and two of Zachary’s have made the first cut. Connor was disappointed, but he handles it like a champ and understood what had happened and is determined to make it next year. He is a fighter and his attitude is awesome. I love watching play, but I love the young man he is becoming. 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My oldest boy, Zachary, has been struggling with soccer. He hasn’t found his niche and his personality has often put him at odds with some of his team mates. When we left practice last night he told me he was not having fun. My heart sank. I am his coach as well as his father and I can’t help but feeling like I had failed him. I hadn’t motivated him. I hadn’t helped him find his role. I hadn’t even taught him how to enjoy the game. I talked it over with my wife and we were at a loss to understand it. In thinking about I know Zachary is very sensitive and he takes my direction and yelling when I’m coaching personally. I have tried to explain to him over and over again that I yell at everyone and that I’m not mad, I’m just trying to teach them how to be better soccer players. This morning I told Zachary that I just wanted him to have fun and to listen to me without arguing. We got to the field early and spent some one on one time working on his goalie skills. He listened. He didn’t argue. It was awesome. Game time. Zachary started in goal…and ended in goal. It was the first game where Zachary played all four quarters when we weren’t short handed. He stayed in goal the whole game and played a monster game with a number of incredible saves including a penalty shot on goal. The team lost 3-0, but they played an awesome game. Zachary earned the respect of his team mates and the parents, but even more importantly: he had fun. 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I’m so far behind on my writing and my editing. [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo") is looming close and I feel like I can’t stitch two coherent thoughts together. For that matter I seem to have trouble coming up with one coherent thought. I spent some time tonight wotrking on my Inspiration Monday piece and it’s coming along well, but I feel hollow. I’m enjoying the writing, but I feel like I should be editing instead. I’m so tired and I feel spread thin…I love the line from the [Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring](http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/lord_of_the_rings_the_fellowship_of_the_ring "The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring") (I honestly can’t remember if the same line was used in the book), where [Bilbo](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bilbo_Baggins "Bilbo Baggins") says he feels like he’s spead thin, like too little butter spread over toast (okay, not sure if the quote is exact. I’m tired. Kiss my ass.). I feel that way more and more as of late. Soccer season is weeks away from being finished, but it will be replaced by [Cub Scouts](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cub_Scout "Cub Scout"). Thankfully that will only be one night a week instead of four. At any rate, I must turn off the new Mastadon album, which kicks a lot off ass I must say, and head to bed. See you all later. ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo](http://writeami.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/nanowrimo/) (writeami.wordpress.com) - [Using NaNoWriMo Lessons – Editing by Chunks](http://jenswritingdesk.com/2011/10/12/using-nanowrimo-lessons-%e2%80%93-editing-by-chunks/) (jenswritingdesk.com) - [NaNoWriMo](http://ficklefolly.wordpress.com/2011/10/10/nanowrimo/) (ficklefolly.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-11pm-do-you-know-where-my-head-is%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fen%2Fthumb%2F3%2F3a%2FSauron.jpg%2F300px-Sauron.jpg&description=It%27s%2011PM...Do%20You%20Know%20Where%20My%20Head%20Is%3F) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-11pm-do-you-know-where-my-head-is/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-11pm-do-you-know-where-my-head-is/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-11pm-do-you-know-where-my-head-is/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/its-11pm-do-you-know-where-my-head-is/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20It%27s%2011PM...Do%20You%20Know%20Where%20My%20Head%20Is%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fits-11pm-do-you-know-where-my-head-is%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Cub Scout, Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Mastadon, NaNoWriMo, Word count --- ### [Another Monday Has Come](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-monday-has-come/) **Published:** October 10, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Full set of matching dice used in role-playing...](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/85/DnD_Dice_Set.jpg/300px-DnD_Dice_Set.jpg "Full set of matching dice used in role-playing...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:DnD_Dice_Set.jpg)Image via Wikipedia I’m not going to talk about the [Arizona Cardinals](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arizona_Cardinals "Arizona Cardinals") today. Not going to do it. Nope. Too damn pissed to go into why they lost against the abismal Vikings or how I couldn’t even listen to the fourth quarter after a while. Gah. On to other things, there is soccer (or football for you European types). My youngest son’s team clinched first place in his age group this weekend with a 4-1 win. Connor has turned into a real powerful defenseman, denying his opponents opportunities to score (he was sitting out when the one point was scored against them) and I am really proud of him. My oldest boy’s team lost again in a heartbreaking 1-6 loss. The boys have no hussle left in them and I haven’t been able to figure out how to motivate them, how to get them to run and be aggressive. We have one more game, and I would love to end it on a high note, but the last couple of games have left me scratching my head. There are some really talented kids on the team who just seem like they’ve become timid, while some of the boys who started out struggling have started to turn the corner. I just wish I knew what to do here. Zachary has started playing goalie more and he is getting better every week and I am proud of him for it, but he too needs to get a little fire lit beneath him. I’m not sure what will make that happen. [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo"). Yeah, its that time (as I said in an earlier blog), and my thoughts have turned toactually completeing a novel this year (last year I made it a little more than half way). After a comment made by a friend last week I got to thinking and I have an idea for what I may do for my November project. I’ve been thinking about writing something with a high science fiction sort of feel, but now I’m considering using the month to write the second book of Alone. I know the characters and I have a pretty good idea as to what I’ll be doing for the story so most of the bones are in place so I can really just focus on the writing. The down sides are that I haven’t even finished editing the first book and the first book was over 90,000 words, well beyond what I think I can hit in one month. To be honest the idea of hitting 50k in one month seems nearly impossible to me. The other question posed by my friend was whether or not I’d be posting my writing in my blog or keeping it secret. I’ve thought about it and I think I will post it here as time allows. I’m a little excited and nervous about the impending [National Novel Writing Month](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Novel_Writing_Month "National Novel Writing Month") and I look forward to sharing the experience with you. If you are participating and want to friend me on the NaNoWriMo website you can find me as Eric.Swett . The Editing process is going slow right now because of some issues with perspective. I changed my approach to writing Alone some time after I hit the 25th installment, and now I’m having to fix the early parts due to that change. I’m struggling with the fix and I’m trying to add in some detail to parts I had left unintenionally vague, but I am making some progress. My editing may come to a halt once November hits and NANoWriMo has my full attention, so I really need to redouble my efforts and get through the first third at least. Wish me luck! As a new note, I miss gaming. I don’t mean playing computer games or X-box, I mean playing [Dungeons and Dragons](http://www.wizards.com/dnd "Dungeons & Dragons") or [Battletech](http://www.classicbattletech.com). When I lived in Oregon I played at least every other week and it was the high point of any week really. I’ve played on game of Battletech since I moved to North Carolina and no Dungeons and Dragons and I miss it. To be fair I haven’t really had the time and I still don’t. I give all of my time to my wife and kids, and I’m glad to do it, but I miss sitting around with my friends fior a few hours a week. Some time in the near future I’m going to have to find away to get back to it, even if only once a month or so. Anyhow, I guess that’s my update for the week. I’m sure I’ll post more later, but this will do for today. 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While this by itself is nothing all that special, I realized that November is less than a month away and a severe hit of anxiety pumled me about the head. why anxiety? Well as any self respecting, self loathing, self abusing…okay…any writer, might tell you, November is [National Novel Writing Month](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Novel_Writing_Month "National Novel Writing Month"). That’s right: [NaNoWriMo](http://www.nanowrimo.org "NaNoWriMo")! Last year’s NaNoWriMo is what got sme started on my writing again. I flailed about inefectually for a few weeks, okay months, and never did finish my NaNoWriMo novel. I swore that next year would be different. So far this year is not looking all that promising either. I have a bit more of a heads up this time, but I still have nothing prepared for it. No outline, no characters, nothing. I haven’t even started brainstorming an idea. I want to go from fresh and hit that 50,000 word mark by the end of November. So, instead of focusing my energies on the project preparation I am blogging here. Are you planning on participating? Will you be my NaNoWriMo friend? What do you do for preparation? Are you ready to start writing? Have you already started (you cheater you!)? ###### Related articles - [NaNoWriMo? 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My [Arizona Cardinals](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arizona_Cardinals "Arizona Cardinals") managed to find a way to lose once again, and this time against the hated, and unusually pathetic, [Seattle Seahawks](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle_Seahawks "Seattle Seahawks"). I know that any time you play against a rival on their home turf there is a chance that you may lose, but I couldn’t imagine the Cardinals not winning this one. While I can’t put the blame squarely on anyone’s shoulders I can’t help but look at the two field goals the normally reliable [Jay Feely](http://twitter.com/jayfeely "Jay Feely") missed. I’m not saying it has anything to do with his being a conservative, but did the ball miss just a bit to the right?\* Otherwise the weekend was loaded with cleaning and cooking and not much writing. Ever since I finished the first draft of Alone I have struggled to put words to paper and the editing process has been dreadful for me. I’m working on it, but I need to find some motivation. I will work through all of this, but damn its hard. On a somewhat different note, please check out the awesome post by [AJ Beamish ](http://ajbeamish.wordpress.com/)on my social commentary/political blog. It’s important to learn something new every day. Make [THIS](http://progressivelyme.wordpress.com/) your thing. Take care and I hope you have a great week! ###### Related articles - [Seahawks earn first win of the season, beat the Cardinals 13-10](http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2016318960_hawk26.html?syndication=rss) (seattletimes.nwsource.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fonce-again-my-monday-starts-with-tears%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fen%2Fthumb%2Fc%2Fc4%2FArizona_Cardinals_helmet_rightface.png%2F300px-Arizona_Cardinals_helmet_rightface.png&description=Once%20Again%20My%20Monday%20Starts%20With%20Tears...) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/once-again-my-monday-starts-with-tears/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/once-again-my-monday-starts-with-tears/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/once-again-my-monday-starts-with-tears/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/once-again-my-monday-starts-with-tears/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Once%20Again%20My%20Monday%20Starts%20With%20Tears...&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fonce-again-my-monday-starts-with-tears%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Football, Writing, Alone, Arizona Cardinals **Tags:** politics, Seattle Seahawks, Tarvaris Jackson, Beanie Wells, editing, Jay Feely, Kevin Kolb, Larry Fitzgerald --- ### [Can I Just Say...](https://mywriterscramp.com/can-i-just-say/) **Published:** September 23, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Candia Ridley, singer for Inkubus Sukkubus, si...](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/34/Candia_Ridley_singing_redlight_August_2005.jpg/300px-Candia_Ridley_singing_redlight_August_2005.jpg "Candia Ridley, singer for Inkubus Sukkubus, si...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Candia_Ridley_singing_redlight_August_2005.jpg)Image via Wikipedia Okay, let me start this post by saying I am a bit slap happy today. My wife has been sick for three days and I’ve spent a couple of afternoons with doctors and dentists. I’m going through a cycle where I can’t seem to sleep at night and during the day I can’t stay awake. The whole thing is starting to get old. This week it has rained just about every day. I love the rain and the cool grey days of fall. They play havoc with our soccer schedule since the county and city won’t let us use the fields if they are too wet. Consequently there has been no soccer this week and odds are we won’t have games this weekend either. What a change from Oregon. In the entire time I coached there we only had one game even delayed and that was because it was hailing on us. We played through rain and mud and the kids loved it. I think it robs the kids, but I’ve been a bit grateful this week given everything else I’ve had going on. Let me just say this: I love the changes to the WordPress App for Android. They added a feature I’ve been silently wishing for! They added a “Read” button that gives you a scrollable list of the posts for blogs you follow. As if this were not enough, you can also change it so that you can scroll through posts you “Like” or through various topics. Squee! Expect to see more traffic, Likes and comments from me. I live a mobile life and my phone is the best link I have between reality and the digital world. On a similar note, all of you people need to stop bitching about Facebook. Its different. You have to learn how to use it again. Get over it and stop clogging my news feed with bitching. Oh, and if you would be so kind, please hop onto my Author’s page and give me a like would you? Click [HERE](http://www.facebook.com/ericswettauthorinprogress) to visit! [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/new-facebook.jpg?resize=420%2C294 "New Facebook")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/09/23/can-i-just-say/new-facebook/) Recently I was turned on to Yahoo! Radio by my friend Brooke. I checked out various channels and found some favorites. My current favorite is the Goth channel. It’s really kind of funny because a bunch of the music they play there I wouldn’t really consider Goth, but I enjoy it so who cares right? One of the songs they played the other day was a cover of [Paint It Black](http://musicbrainz.org/album/728c9dd0-1f73-4bb2-a195-3cfb0160bdad.html "Paint It Black") by the [Rolling Stones](http://rollingstones.com "The Rolling Stones"). Now I have always loved the song, but I’m not really a fan of the Stones, so I’ve quested for cover versions of the song that I like. The one played on the Goth channel was by a band call [Inkubus Sukkubus](http://www.inkubussukkubus.com/). So I borrowed a copy of their Vampyre Erotica CD and I’m hooked. They describe themselves as Pagan Gothic Rock and they’ve been at it for more than twenty years. So they were into the Goth scene back before Vampires Sparkled. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/sparkling-vampires-critical-analysis-of-twilight-7383668-450-560.jpg?resize=450%2C560 "Sparkling-Vampires-critical-analysis-of-twilight")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/09/23/can-i-just-say/sparkling-vampires-critical-analysis-of-twilight-7383668-450-560/) I really could use a little break, but there is no rest for the wicked. ###### Related articles - [Pagan People vol. 1: Inkubus Sukkubus](http://aruinnspeaks.wordpress.com/2011/09/15/pagan-people-vol-1-inkubus-sukkubus/) (aruinnspeaks.wordpress.com) - [Seriously, what is with the complete lack of aesthetics nowadays???](http://manbehindthecurtain.ie/2011/09/17/seriously-what-is-with-the-complete-lack-of-aesthetics-nowadays/) (manbehindthecurtain.ie) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcan-i-just-say%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fthumb%2F3%2F34%2FCandia_Ridley_singing_redlight_August_2005.jpg%2F300px-Candia_Ridley_singing_redlight_August_2005.jpg&description=Can%20I%20Just%20Say...) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/can-i-just-say/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/can-i-just-say/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/can-i-just-say/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/can-i-just-say/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Can%20I%20Just%20Say...&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fcan-i-just-say%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** vampires, Wordpress, Goth, wordpress app, Inkubus Sukkubus, Yahoo, oregon, Paint It Black, rain, Rolling Stones, soccer, sparkling, Stones --- ### [THE FANTASY AUTHOR’S HANDBOOK INTERVIEW: ALAN DEAN FOSTER](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster/) **Published:** September 20, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Read the interview linked here. Philip Athans is worth following in his own right, but add an interview by Alan Dean Foster and you have the makings of a great blog post. [THE FANTASY AUTHOR’S HANDBOOK INTERVIEW: ALAN DEAN FOSTER](http://wp.me/pxEuS-cE). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=THE%20FANTASY%20AUTHOR%E2%80%99S%20HANDBOOK%20INTERVIEW%3A%20ALAN%20DEAN%20FOSTER) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20THE%20FANTASY%20AUTHOR%E2%80%99S%20HANDBOOK%20INTERVIEW%3A%20ALAN%20DEAN%20FOSTER&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-fantasy-authors-handbook-interview-alan-dean-foster%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Alan Dean Foster, fantasy, Interview, Philip Athans --- ### [Another Weekend Gone](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-weekend-gone/) **Published:** September 20, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/arizona-cardinals-LOSE.jpg?resize=265%2C265 "Sad Cardinals") So another week has kicked off and I feel like the weekend was totally unproductive. Its not that I was lazy or anything, but I felt like I should have gotten more accomplished. Oh well, here is to next weekend! My Arizona Cardinals lost this weekend. It was a nail biter and it shouldn’t have gone to the [Redskins](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington_Redskins "Washington Redskins"), but good teams overcome adversity and the Cardinals definitely fell short on that mark. Next week they play the hated [Seahawks](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle_Seahawks "Seattle Seahawks") in Seattle. It should be a good game and it should be another win. The team shows promise, but their young secondary on defense is getting creamed. Both boys won their Soccer games this weekend. Connor’s team once again crushed their opponent (7-2) and made it look easy. There is one kid on the team who is a bit of a ball hog, but he scores a lot. I don’t think he’s that good really, but he WANTS that ball like no one else. He did better passing this week and I’m glad the coach recognizes the need for it. Zachary’s team, the one I coach, won their game this last weekend (5-3). It was awesome watching the work we put in during practice last week come to fruition. I was so proud of all of the boys who played, even more so since we were missing people and had no substitutes. It was a great one to watch and I look forward to this weekends game as well. Editing is going slow, but I’ve managed to put together a few short pieces for fun. I need to spend more time putting together another submission for the place I was rejected. Perhaps I’ll work on that this weekend. This week I’m starting a recomitment to the Gym. It’ll have to be at night, which sucks, but I need to do it for my health, my looks and my family. That’s all for now I guess. I hope you have a great week whoever you are! ###### Related articles - [Arizona Cardinals: Poor Defensive Play Leads to Week 2 Loss](http://bleacherreport.com/articles/855997-arizona-cardinals-poor-defensive-play-leads-to-week-two-loss) (bleacherreport.com) - [Arizona Cardinals: 5 Players Who Performed Best in Week 2 vs the Redskins](http://bleacherreport.com/articles/855549-arizona-cardinals-5-players-who-performed-best-in-week-2-vs-the-redskins) (bleacherreport.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fanother-weekend-gone%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2Farizona-cardinals-LOSE.jpg&description=Another%20Weekend%20Gone) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-weekend-gone/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-weekend-gone/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-weekend-gone/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/another-weekend-gone/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Another%20Weekend%20Gone&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fanother-weekend-gone%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Football, Writing, Arizona Cardinals **Tags:** Washington Redskins, defense, editing, Seattle Seahawks, secondary, SISA, soccer --- ### [A Man's Work Is Never Done](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-mans-work-is-never-done/) **Published:** September 16, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/DarthVader.jpg?resize=500%2C625 "Walking With Vader")Even Dark Lords of the Sith have chores.### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-mans-work-is-never-done%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2FDarthVader.jpg&description=A%20Man%27s%20Work%20Is%20Never%20Done) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-mans-work-is-never-done/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-mans-work-is-never-done/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-mans-work-is-never-done/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-mans-work-is-never-done/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Man%27s%20Work%20Is%20Never%20Done&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-mans-work-is-never-done%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures **Tags:** Star Wars, AT-AT, Chores, Darth Vader, photograph, photos, pic, pics, Picture, Sith --- ### [Editing is Hard](https://mywriterscramp.com/editing-is-hard/) **Published:** September 15, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![my workstation](https://i0.wp.com/farm1.static.flickr.com/209/494562112_f69f77a0f5_m.jpg?w=640 "my workstation")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/51302633@N00/494562112) I have been working on the editing thing for almost a week now. Its not all that I’ve been doing. I’ve written a couple of short stories, worked on my 100-word challenge and punched out a few blogs, oh and lets not forget work, being with my family and coaching soccer. I feel like I should be making more progress despite the rest of my life keeping me busy. What it really comes down to is that editing is hard work. First you have to re-read your own material, which can be hard enough on its own. Then you have to look for errors and things that need fixing including grammar, punctuation, plot holes and just plain bad writing, while trying not to be overly critical because as your own worst critic you may very well want to take your work and delete the whole thing. Having written Alone in the way that I did I have discovered some major changes I need to make in the style and tense. It started out in present tense with a bit of a flashback and I know that later on I turn it into a sort of journal, but the last half or so I write in past tense from the perspective of events long past. Shit. Shit. Shit. So I’ve started making some of the corrections as I’m going and will fix the bigger parts as I get to them. Worst case I will have to do a major re-write of the first half of the book, which I suppose is what the editing and rewriting process is all about. On a semi-related note, I finally got the information about the North Carolina writer’s conference in November. Yeah, I am so not going. Doing it for one day on the cheap will still end up costing me $200 and that’s not including food, gas or anything else. Its kind of looking like this conference is for those who do this whole writing thing for a living. Sure I could write it off for tax puposes, but I can’t afford it in the first place. Oh well, maybe next year. ###### Related articles - [Top tips for editing](http://ouroborusbookservices.wordpress.com/2011/08/27/toptipsforediting/) (ouroborusbookservices.wordpress.com) - [Editing Drafts](http://iverb.wordpress.com/2011/09/11/editing-drafts/) (iverb.wordpress.com) - [Past or Present Tense?](http://lizakane.wordpress.com/2011/08/19/past-or-present-tense/) (lizakane.wordpress.com) - [A thing or two about editing](http://conqueringthealphabet.wordpress.com/2011/08/08/a-thing-or-two-about-editing/) (conqueringthealphabet.wordpress.com) - [Dealing With Bad Critics](http://thestoryinme.wordpress.com/2011/08/12/dealing-with-bad-critics/) (thestoryinme.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fediting-is-hard%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Editing%20is%20Hard) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/editing-is-hard/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/editing-is-hard/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/editing-is-hard/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/editing-is-hard/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Editing%20is%20Hard&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fediting-is-hard%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Writing & Editing, alone, editing, Family, North Carolina, Past tense, soccer, work, Writers Resources --- ### [Just A Quick Update](https://mywriterscramp.com/just-a-quick-update/) **Published:** September 10, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![IMG_7447](https://i0.wp.com/farm7.static.flickr.com/6088/6134159623_388aab7007_m.jpg?resize=240%2C180 "IMG_7447")](http://www.flickr.com/photos/7920564@N06/6134159623)Image by H.H… via Flickr Well the day has come. Alone will start disappearing from my blog tonight. I’ll be starting at the beginning and working my way forward. I expect that by the end of the day tomorrow there will be no more posts online. It is a bittersweet thing I do really. That being said, I am sooooo looking forward to starting on the editing process. Not touching the story for the last week has been torturous. I have spent the better part of a year working on this thing, usually every day, and to leave it alone fore a week…well you can imagine the sort of insanity it inspired. Today I met with the writer’s group I belonged too and had a great time talking about using social media as a way to get your work out to the masses. I had to start with a BIG disclaimer since I do very little the right way when it comes to self promotion. Of course as I get closer to getting the novel ready for publication I will have to do a better job at that. It really is a great group that I belong to and has an excellent mix of genres and experience. I’m really lucky to have found them. If you live in the Mooresville area let me know and I’ll give you some information. I have to admit here that I’m a little hung up on something that the editor said in my rejection letter that I received. He said, “there was much \[he\] liked about the story, but not quite enough to hold \[him\].” I was really okay with the rejection letter, but as I sat down to work on a new story for submission I kept getting hung up on that little statement. What was my story missing that might have held him? Was it too long? Should I have kept it tighter? Was it too formulaic? I don’t know what the answer is and that’s what’s driving me batty. I have another piece I planned on submitting to the same publication. It is only a tenth of the size of the previous submission. I look at it and wonder whether or not I should ad to it or should I just let it go as it is. I’m realy uncertain and it is crippling me. Tomorrow will be a busy day filled with church, the gym, grocery shopping and editing. Survival is totaly optional. ###### Related articles - [Random book update](http://tmlloyd.wordpress.com/2011/07/30/random-book-update/) (tmlloyd.wordpress.com) - [A Quick Summary of Events From a Half-Dead Muse](http://scitascienda.com/2011/09/09/a-quick-summary-of-events-from-a-half-dead-muse/) (scitascienda.com) - [Quick update](http://victoriaoldham.wordpress.com/2011/08/05/quick-update/) (victoriaoldham.wordpress.com) - [When Do You Give Up On Your Novel?](http://thewritersrefuge.wordpress.com/2011/09/08/when-do-you-give-up-on-your-novel/) (thewritersrefuge.wordpress.com) - [Editing and PR](http://mairicomms.wordpress.com/2011/09/04/editing-and-pr/) (mairicomms.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fjust-a-quick-update%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6088%2F6134159623_388aab7007_m.jpg&description=Just%20A%20Quick%20Update) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/just-a-quick-update/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/just-a-quick-update/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/just-a-quick-update/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/just-a-quick-update/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Just%20A%20Quick%20Update&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fjust-a-quick-update%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Writing & Editing, Church, editing, Editing and Proofreading, editor, groceries, group, gym, submission --- ### [Soccer Day!](https://mywriterscramp.com/soccer-day/) **Published:** September 10, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![image](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/wpid-1315665954913.jpg?w=640) Today we had the first of our official games. I coach the U-10 boys Thunder! For the South Iredell Soccer Association (SISA). My oldest son, Zachary, is on the team and I love getting to coach him. He is already showing improvement over last year and in today’s game he even managed a run at the goal which would never have happened last year. The team played well but we were playing the best team in our age group and they proved to be a little more than the Thunder! Could handle. They are improving though and I expect we’ll be winning next weeks game. My younger son, Connor, has a game too and starts soon. U-8 soccer is always entertaining since they have more skills than the really little kids, but they still tend too crowd up. I’m sure it will be a great game. 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[So you’re MAD about something on the Internet…](http://www.notquitewrong.com/rosscottinc/2011/08/03/so-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet/). Seriously, why do people bother? I read online comments occasionally and can’t help but go wtf? Its especially bad on sports and news articles/blogs. Read them some time…it makes you worry about the world and you die a little more inside every time you read it. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fso-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=So%20you%E2%80%99re%20MAD%20about%20something%20on%20the%20Internet%E2%80%A6) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/so-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/so-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/so-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/so-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20So%20you%E2%80%99re%20MAD%20about%20something%20on%20the%20Internet%E2%80%A6&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fso-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** angry, comment, fight, internet, sandwhich, stupid, trolls --- ### [A Blog Post I Started My Day With: Shut Up and Listen « Whatever](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever/) **Published:** September 7, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Okay, click the link below and read it. It is mostly aimed at straight white men, but I think there is something in there that can be learned by everyone. I read it first thing this morning, okay, first thing after I was done in the shower, but still. I hope it makes you think a little bit before you open your mouth today. [Shut Up and Listen « Whatever](http://whatever.scalzi.com/2011/09/06/shut-up-and-listen/). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20Blog%20Post%20I%20Started%20My%20Day%20With%3A%20Shut%20Up%20and%20Listen%20%C2%AB%20Whatever) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/a-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Blog%20Post%20I%20Started%20My%20Day%20With%3A%20Shut%20Up%20and%20Listen%20%C2%AB%20Whatever&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fa-blog-post-i-started-my-day-with-shut-up-and-listen-whatever%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** gay, Listen, men, minority, scalzi, straight, talk, Think, white --- ### [An Update For September](https://mywriterscramp.com/an-update-for-september/) **Published:** September 6, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Well we’re almost through the first week of September and I figured it was time for a little update on what has been going on. I’ve entered the busy part of my year, which doesn’t really end until about February. Work is one continuous string of time on the phone after another, which is okay since it makes the day go by much faster. Home is hammered like nothing else though. With my youngest in Karate and both of them in soccer, we have an activity every evening and pretty much all day on Saturday. To make matters even more entertaining I am coaching my oldest son’s team this year so skipping out on occasion is not even remotely an option. All of that being said, I wouldn’t trade it in. On the writing front, I have officially finished the first draft of Alone. So starting next weekend I’ll be pulling the old parts, from the beginning forward, so consider this your last chance to read it in all of it’s rough glory. On another not I finally got a response on the story I had submitted for publication some six weeks ago. It was rejection, but it was not a canned rejection. The editor was complimentary and pointed out a couple of minor editing mistaked on my part, but it was as good a rejection as a man could ask for. Now that Alone has entered the editing phase I plan on spending more writing time on short stories for submission. Getting my name out there a little more would be a good thing, and if it brings in a little money so much the better. Since I did get my story rejected I will be posting it in my blog in parts, one every couple of days. It will be consigned to the annals of fan-fiction, but there are far worse places to be. I expect most of my time will be involved in editing, but I still plan on maintaining a 500 word per day average, and most of that will still end up here, so even with Alone gone, there should be plenty to read. Good luck my friends. Eric ###### Related articles - [I am a post you’ll want to read…](http://nechamsblog2.wordpress.com/2011/09/06/i-am-a-post-youll-want-to-read/) (nechamsblog2.wordpress.com) - [snip snap cut edit rewrite arrgggg](http://freespiritshaz.wordpress.com/2011/08/15/snip-snap-cut-edit-rewrite-arrgggg/) (freespiritshaz.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fan-update-for-september%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=An%20Update%20For%20September) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/an-update-for-september/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/an-update-for-september/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/an-update-for-september/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/an-update-for-september/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20An%20Update%20For%20September&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fan-update-for-september%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** alone, editing, Fan fiction, Fiction, Online Writing, rejection, Short story, Writing and Editing --- ### [Descriptive Passages, Part III: Action](https://mywriterscramp.com/descriptive-passages-part-iii-action/) **Published:** August 27, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** I would seriously recommend giving this blog post a read, especially if your writing includes action sequences. The whole site is worth visiting, but this article struck a chord with me, probably because I’m in a more action oriented sequence of my novel. Give it a read and learn from it what you can. For the past two weeks, I’ve been writing about descriptive passages and Vernor’s Law, trying to make clear that a description is most powerful and most via [Descriptive Passages, Part III: Action](http://www.magicalwords.net/david-b-coe/descriptive-passages-part-iii-action/). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fdescriptive-passages-part-iii-action%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Descriptive%20Passages%2C%20Part%20III%3A%20Action) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/descriptive-passages-part-iii-action/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/descriptive-passages-part-iii-action/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/descriptive-passages-part-iii-action/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/descriptive-passages-part-iii-action/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Descriptive%20Passages%2C%20Part%20III%3A%20Action&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fdescriptive-passages-part-iii-action%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing --- ### [The Revision Process (via The Graceful Doe's Blog)](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog/) **Published:** August 25, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** As my own impending walk into the realm of revision closes in upon me I have grwon increasingly nervous. It took me weeks to revise a ten-thousand word short story, how am I going to revise my one-hundred-thousand word novel? I found this blog by The Graceful Doe and I have to say it put my mind at ease a little, not because she says it will be easy, but she breaks out the steps she took doing her own revision and it gives me a great place to start. So go forth my friends. Read and like her blog. Show some love for someone who’s been there! > Back in February I talked about how I planned to do my first lot of revisions once I finished the first draft of my manuscript. Now I have finished those initial revisions, I am now doing more revisions (does it ever end !) so I thought I would dedicate a post to what my focus is in this part of the revision process. First a brief recap of what I did for my first lot of revisions. FIRST ROUND REVISIONS Main focus: Structure and technical elements … [Read More](http://thegracefuldoe.wordpress.com/?p=116 "The Graceful Doe's Blog") via [The Graceful Doe’s Blog](http://thegracefuldoe.wordpress.com/?p=116 "The Graceful Doe's Blog") ###### Related articles - [Writing Wednesday – Introducing the Outskirts](http://kikiwritesabout.wordpress.com/2011/08/17/writing-wednesday-introducing-the-outskirts/) (kikiwritesabout.wordpress.com) - [Managing writing time](http://jesswriteshere.wordpress.com/2011/08/24/managing-writing-time/) (jesswriteshere.wordpress.com) - [Avoid Plot Summary](http://thefavorsglossary.wordpress.com/2011/08/16/avoid-plot-summary/) (thefavorsglossary.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Revision%20Process%20%28via%20The%20Graceful%20Doe%27s%20Blog%29) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Revision%20Process%20%28via%20The%20Graceful%20Doe%27s%20Blog%29&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-revision-process-via-the-graceful-does-blog%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** critique-partner, currently-writing, editing, novel-progress, novel-progress-2, revising, writing-skills-and-techniques, ywriter --- ### [The End is Nigh, or The Beginning of the Next Phase](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase/) **Published:** August 18, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** As any of my long time readers can attest, my output as of late has increased substantially. Alone used to consist of one post a week, but lately it has climbed to the point of five or six a week. Part of the reason for the change is that it became my primary focus as opposed to a secondary project. Another part is that after I hit Part 50 I took a look at where I was with the story and where I wanted to go with it. Some vague ideas became clearer as I plotted out the story’s path and made notes about changes I needed to make once I do the first re-write. Once I did all of that the story just poured out of me in a hurry, coming far faster than it has since I started it. The goal is to have the first draft finished by the end of the month. Once that has happened I will be taking a week off from working on it, then I will begin what promises to be the most brutal part of the project…the editing. As part of the editing process I will be going through all of the comments made on the individual posts. Once I’ve reviewed a post for comments I’ll be deleting it from my blog. I don’t know how quickly the process will go, but I can promise at least one post a day will be removed so at best the individual parts will be online for about three months, but they could all be gone in a couple of weeks. So what am I saying here? Well if you want to re-read the story from the beginning before you have to pay for it in book format you had better get started now. Oh, and tell a friend to come have a read too while you’re at it. So what else is going on? Well I decided that after the first 365 entries of my 100-day challenge I will be taking those offline too and putting them together as a novelette. I hadn’t really thought about what I was going to do with it, but I like this idea. I mean seriously, wouldn’t you pay a buck or two for the whole series in a nice little e-book format? At any rate that one will continue on in my blog even after the first year’s worth has been removed. Oh, remember some three weeks ago when I submitted a story for publication. Yeah…longest…three…weeks…ever. I still haven’t heard anything back. No news means it hasn’t been rejected, but it still drives me insane waiting to find out one way or another. I can handle rejection if it comes. I have another story in the works and a third idea coming behind it, but the wait…it burns. Football season is upon us and I find myself in a curiously uncomfortable position. I have no channels that will allow me to watch football. Not one. As part of our ongoing attempts to save money so that some time in the next couple of years we can afford a house again we decided to ditch our cable/sattelite service and live off of the limited free channels from our apartment complex, supplimenting it with netflix and hulu plus. This solution has worked well for the most part, but I had not thought of football when I made the decision…now my Sundays shall be filled with tears, and not just because my Cardinals have been beaten. I’m sure there are other updates I could be sharing right now, but this is all I can think of at the moment. Brain fry has set in. Maybe I’ll share more later…if I remember… ###### Related articles - [\#JulyWritingRomp – Day 29 – The End is Nigh](http://writeami.wordpress.com/2011/07/29/julywritingromp-day-29-the-end-is-nigh/) (writeami.wordpress.com) - [The end is NOT nigh… but just in case.](http://huff863.wordpress.com/2011/07/28/the-end-is-not-nigh-but-just-in-case/) (huff863.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20End%20is%20Nigh%2C%20or%20The%20Beginning%20of%20the%20Next%20Phase) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20End%20is%20Nigh%2C%20or%20The%20Beginning%20of%20the%20Next%20Phase&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-end-is-nigh-or-the-beginning-of-the-next-phase%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge, Alone **Tags:** Fiction, Football, Online Writing, publishing, re-write, 100-word, alone, blog, Cardinals, E-book, editing --- ### [And The Baby Elephant Walk Played On...](https://mywriterscramp.com/and-the-baby-elephant-walk-played-on/) **Published:** August 5, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Eleven years ago today I became the luckiest man in the world. The love of my life said, “I do,” before all of our friends and family and she has stuck with me for eleven years. ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/Wedding/a424.jpg?resize=347%2C347 "She Does")We Say I Do!We are not that mythical perfect couple, nor do we have a perfect marriage. We fight, we yell, we cry. Most of all though we love. There is no question that we love each other and would give anything for each other. We have hit the lowest of lows and the highest of highs together. We have survived times that may have shattered other marriages and we are still faced with challenges, but we manage to work our way through them just the same. I look at her and smile and she wonders why, but all I can tell her is that I love her and it is the truth. She is the sunlight that illuminates my dreary night and I can’t help but grin in the quiet moments of our life together. Tracy has given me three beautiful children and she is a spectacular mother, caring for her boys in ways that I would never think about. She is my partner and my future and I love her more than words can say. As a writer I find this a little embarassing. I should be able to extole her virtues in prose, but every attempt has left me feeling like I can do better. She is beautiful and smart to the point where I wonder how I got so lucky and when will she wise up. She is funny and puts up with my bad jokes too. She is my everything and I would be so much less without her. I love you Tracy. 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Evey year I know its coming, but it still hits me like a hammer blow to the stomach. I would be lying if I didn’t say that it has gotten a little easier to deal with as the years have gone by, but easier is a very relative thing. I no longer spend the day crying. I can function reasonably well at work. I don’t have to fight the urge to get completely and utterly wasted. I do fight back the tears from time to time. I look at her picture periodically and wonder what she would look like today and what she would be. I promised last month to share more of the story of my daughter, so here it is. Hailey Thompson Swett was my first born. She is the daughter I never realized how much I wanted. She was my beautiful little girl and when she was three weeks old she developed a cough. As first time parents we were worried, but not overly so. My niece had been visiting and she had a little head cold so we figured Hailey had picked it up. When she started coughing we became more concerned and called the hospital. We were told to give her a little Dimetap and if she was still coughing to bring her to the doctor in the morning. Some time after midnight my wife woke me up. She was worried that the baby was looking pale, wouldn’t eat and was still coughing. I balked, but she insisted, so to the emergency room we went. We lived in a small town with a good hospital. It was a weeknight and the emergency room was slow so we were admitted right away. We were not there long when the doctor told us they thought she had [leukemia](http://www.webmd.com/cancer/lymphoma "Lymphoma"). We were stunned, but I had hope. The little I knew of leukemia was that it was deadly but could be dealt with. My knowledge was weak at best and mostly from television I admit, but I thought she would be okay with treatment and time. The hospital geneticist was called in and they confirmed things. Life Flight from [Portland](http://www.portlandonline.com/ "Portland, Oregon") was called and a helicopter was sent. While we waited my parents and the doctors sat with my wife and I. The doctors explained how rare it was for her to have leukemia and they prepped us for the most likely outcome. The helicopter arrived just in time to pronounce her death. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/picture-1.jpg?resize=500%2C375 "Hailey Tattoo")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/08/01/my-day-of-sorrow/picture-1/)On my left shoulder, close to my heartThe next few days were a blur. We made the arrangements for her burial while friends and family came to us doing everything they could to help us in our time of need. My wife and I got her name tattooed on us and we did our best to deal with our grief. We had a farewell ceremony a few days after her funeral. I spoke, sharing with everyone there that I did not want to mourns her death but celebrate her life. Most likely she had the disease the moment she was born and had been dying the entire time. We had twenty-four days with our baby girl and she did not suffer long. We were blessed with that time and I will forever be grateful for it. ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/My%20Family/027_27.jpg?resize=573%2C1024 "McDowell Creek Upper Falls")We held the services above the fallsTen years later I live on the other side of the country. I cannot visit the grave of my little girl. I cannot lay flowers upon it and kneel in the grass by the stone the bares her name. Leaving her was the hardest part of moving to North Carolina. ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/My%20Family/Marker.jpg?resize=530%2C357 "Hailey's Grave Marker") I miss you my Hailey Bug. Posted from WordPress for Android ###### Related articles - [She Would Be Ten](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/07/she-would-be-ten/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) - [Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Leukemia](http://www.everydayhealth.com/leukemia/ask-your-doctor-about-leukemia.aspx) (everydayhealth.com) - [Grief and Sorrow](http://fromatowntoadown.wordpress.com/2011/07/29/grief-and-sorrow/) (fromatowntoadown.wordpress.com) - [Getting a Handle on Fear After a Leukemia Diagnosis](http://www.everydayhealth.com/leukemia/fear-after-leukemia-diagnosis.aspx) (everydayhealth.com) - [Helping Your Child Cope With a Leukemia Diagnosis](http://www.everydayhealth.com/leukemia/helping-child-cope-with-leukemia-diagnosis.aspx) (everydayhealth.com) - [Caregiving for a Loved One With Leukemia](http://www.everydayhealth.com/leukemia/caregiving-for-leukemia.aspx) (everydayhealth.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-day-of-sorrow%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2FMy%2520Family%2Fdsc_065.jpg&description=My%20Day%20of%20Sorrow) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-day-of-sorrow/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-day-of-sorrow/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-day-of-sorrow/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-day-of-sorrow/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20My%20Day%20of%20Sorrow&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-day-of-sorrow%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures **Tags:** Leukemia, North Carolina, baby, cancer, Cough, Death, Family, flowers, Grave, Hailey, hospital --- ### [My Pocket Ninja](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-pocket-ninja/) **Published:** July 28, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** So my youngest son is the athlete of the family. He does soccer and karate and is hyper competitive in both. Yesterday he got his first taste of sparring…and I caught some of it on video. He’s barely six and smaller than any of the other yellow belts, but he doesn’t let that stop him at all. \[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWoQwiGJBlI\] ###### Related articles - [Are cats or ninja giraffes more intelligent](http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Are_cats_or_ninja_giraffes_more_intelligent) (wiki.answers.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-pocket-ninja%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=My%20Pocket%20Ninja) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-pocket-ninja/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-pocket-ninja/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-pocket-ninja/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-pocket-ninja/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20My%20Pocket%20Ninja&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-pocket-ninja%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures **Tags:** competitive, Family, karate, Ninja, soccer, son, sparring, Sports, yellow belt --- ### [Lesson Learned](https://mywriterscramp.com/lesson-learned/) **Published:** July 26, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/Battletech/8072.jpg?resize=614%2C461 "Battletech 2")](http://www.classicbattletech.com) For the last month or so I have been editing and re-writing a story I had written last month. I wrote it with the intention of submitting it for publication. Tonight I finished my last re-write. I went to the publication’s website to review the submission requirements once more. It turns out it was a very good thing I did. The first thing I discovered was what the pay for a published story is ($0.04 per word for new authors). The second thing I discovered is that most first time submissions should be under 5000 words (mine is just under 10,000) and that chapter stories are rarely accepted for first time authors (mine most likely falls into that category). After those two discoveries I went on to the style requirements. I read through them and discovered I had made some errors that didn’t conform to their formatting. Damn. I was so excited about this piece that I somehow missed all of the above mentioned details. At first I was a bit crestfallen. My goal of getting published became far away once more. I have been trying to write a story for this publication for years but I never could get one done. This story erupted from within me. It flowed onto the screen in a hurry and it felt so good. To see my dream shatter so abruptly was physically painful. I stared at the screen for a minute, unsure how to proceed or if I even should. I looked on my screen, the words of my story floating before me, and said, “to hell with it.” I have started making all of the style corrections that are required and once that has been done I will do one more read through before I send in mu submission. The goal is to send it on its way by the end of the day Thursday. I may have too many words and I may have chapters, but I wrote a damn good story. If they reject it because of those reasons then I will try again with a smaller piece and I will nail it. Then I will resubmit this story as an established author. So my friends, my advice to you is this: read all of the submission and style requirements FIRST. Good luck and take the wiser road. Posted from WordPress for Android ###### Related articles - [My Green Eyed Monster and the Obsession It Has Created](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/17/my-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) - [Every Lesson Learned](http://shadowflame1974.wordpress.com/2011/07/05/every-lesson-learned/) (shadowflame1974.wordpress.com) - [Just Finish it Already](http://wrenandre.wordpress.com/2011/07/24/just-finish-it-already/) (wrenandre.wordpress.com) - [How To Write The One-Character Short Story](http://pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com/2011/07/04/how-to-write-the-one-character-short-story/) (pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Flesson-learned%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2FBattletech%2F8072.jpg&description=Lesson%20Learned) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/lesson-learned/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/lesson-learned/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/lesson-learned/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/lesson-learned/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Lesson%20Learned&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Flesson-learned%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Battletech, formatting, guidelines, style, submission --- ### [On My Vacation? Really?](https://mywriterscramp.com/on-my-vacation-really/) **Published:** July 21, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** So this morning I get up and head downstairs. Coffee and raisin bran round out my wake up routine before I sit down to do some writing. I work at it for about 30 minutes then I start to feel pain shooting from my elbow up to my skull. The further along the day went the more the pain grew. I slapped a little Icy Hot on my neck, took some Tylenol and headed off to Connor’s last day of soccer camp. Soccer camp was fine. I was hurting and I was a little less animated than usual while helping the coach, but I made it through. We went home and I got lunch together for the family. The only problem was that every little stretch shot pain right through me. My loving wife Tracy convinced me, despite my bullheaded maleness, that I needed to go to the doctor. So to the doctor checks me out and makes sure that nothing too bad is going on, prescribes me three different mess and tells me not to drive. This is one of my last days of vacation. So I’m getting to spend it drugged up lying on the couch watching Netflix. Oh well. Shit happens. 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I am behind my goal curve and though I have time to make up the difference I have a hard time imagining my doing so. I think I’m a little burned out from the massive effort of last month, but i’m trying not to let that happen. My two main projects have been a struggle for me as of late. Last month the words came so easy, but now i look at the screen and i feel nothing. I am thinking that I may try for another short story just to help break things up and get the creativity flowing again. Perhaps I will spend some time this weekend looking for a publication that I will aim at getting published in. I have spent a lot of time editing a story I wrote last month and I plan on submitting it by the end of next week or the week after. I am a little nervous about submitting the story because it will be my first submission to a serious publication and though I accept rejection as an all to real possibility I am not looking forward to it. I have decided that I need to spend more time trying to get stories published in locations other than my blog. Having a writing resume that can refer publishers to more than just my blog would be a good thing. Perhaps I should even consider working on some major writing contests and the like as well. My book reviews have earned me some readers and I have gotten more and more submissions for review as of late so I’ll stick with them, though honestly the more reviews I do and the better I feel about my own writing the more critical I am becoming. With all of that being said I’ve started to get a little jealous as of late. Good friends of mine like Craig Sotolano and Steve Umstead are selling books and finishing up on their second efforts and I can’t help but feel like I should be further along by now. I am not by nature a jealous person and I am proud of my friends and wish them nothing but the best and I bask in the glory of their awesomeness, but dammit I want to get published. Steve told me about [ReaderCon](http://readercon.org/ "Readercon"), a speculative fiction convention for readers and writers. It got me thinking about how seriously I take my writing and getting my work out there. Should I be out and about? Should I be networking and making friends in person in addition to online? I looked online and I found there is a convention here in North Carolina in November. It is hosted by the North Carolina Writers Network. I had not heard of this group until yesterday and now all I can think about is joining them and finding my way to this convention. The membership is $75 and I haven’t even looked at the price of the convention itself. I have got to find a way to pay for both. It is bordering on obsession. I am trying hard to keep the faith. I know if I keep on writing and work hard i’ll be able to make it all happen. This year I have managed to put well over 100,000 words on the screen yet I feel no closer to finishing anything I have in the works. I will keep going and I will make all of this work and I will be published. Screw my jealousy. I have good friends who are talented and I am happy for them. I don’t want to be jealous about my friend’s success, I want to be successful like my friends, and that makes all the difference in the world. Posted from WordPress for Android ###### Related articles - [Jealousy~Beating The Old Green Eyed Monster](http://joannewellington.wordpress.com/2011/06/21/jealousybeating-the-old-green-eyed-monster/) (joannewellington.wordpress.com) - [Green eyed monster](http://accordingtodenise.wordpress.com/2011/04/24/green-eyed-monster/) (accordingtodenise.wordpress.com) - [The Green Eyed Monster](http://fyi5.wordpress.com/2011/05/31/the-green-eyed-monster/) (fyi5.wordpress.com) - [destructor – the green eyed monster](http://beanthinking.wordpress.com/2011/05/18/destructor-the-green-eyed-monster/) (beanthinking.wordpress.com) - [Jealousy Will Eat You Alive](http://chris.pirillo.com/jealousy-will-eat-you-alive/) (chris.pirillo.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=My%20Green%20Eyed%20Monster%20and%20the%20Obsession%20It%20Has%20Created) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/my-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20My%20Green%20Eyed%20Monster%20and%20the%20Obsession%20It%20Has%20Created&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmy-green-eyed-monster-and-the-obsession-it-has-created%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** conventions, Craig Sotolano, Jealousy, North Carolina, publishing, ReaderCon, steve umstead, Writers Resources --- ### [She Would Be Ten](https://mywriterscramp.com/she-would-be-ten/) **Published:** July 7, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Ten years ago my wife gave birth to my little girl. The labor had been long and uncomfortable for my wife and ended in a [C-Section](http://www.webmd.com/baby/tc/cesarean-section-topic-overview "Cesarean Section Topic Overview") ultimately. I was in the operating room holding stroking my wife’s hair and speaking words of encouragement. We didn’t know what we were having and the anticipation was killing us. I’ll admit I hid behind the little fabric surgery screen by my wife’s head, not wanting to see her cut open and when they pulled her out and asked if I wanted to cut the umbilcol chord I said no and maintained my position. I absolutely did not want to be finting in the OR and have the first moment’s of my daughter’s life sullied by the bad cliche that is her father. I was completely unprepared for how much I loved that little girl. The C-Section and a couple of complications kept my wife pretty inactive for the first week or so. Consequently I spent a lot of time with my little Hailey bug, reading to her in the morning ([Dragons of Autumn Twilight](http://www.amazon.com/Dragons-Autumn-Twilight-DragonLance-Chronicles/dp/0880381736%3FSubscriptionId%3D0G81C5DAZ03ZR9WH9X82%26tag%3Dzemanta-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0880381736 "Dragons of Autumn Twilight (DragonLance Chronicles, Vol. 1)") (April 1984), [Margaret Weis](http://www.margaretweis.com "Margaret Weis") and [Tracy Hickman](http://www.trhickman.com/ "Tracy Hickman")) and strapping her to my chest and walking to the corner store for eggs and turkey bacon. She was my princess. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/hailey.jpg?resize=348%2C498 "Hailey")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/07/she-would-be-ten/hailey/)My Little Hailey Bug at Two Weeks OldWe had her for less than a month when she passed away suddenly. She was there one day and gone the next. I don’t want to go into the details now and I’ll share some of that later, but she was taken away from us far too quickly. She was my light and I miss her still. I often think about what she would be like if she were still alive. She would be heading into fifth grade this next year. God…fifth…grade. I imagine her being very girly but with a strong streek of geek in her. She would probably be driven insane by her younger brothers, but would defend them mercilessly outside of our home. She would be a shopaholic like her mother and have the boys coming around all the time. I would own a shotgun…a big scary looking one…kept in a locked glass case near the front door so all of the potential suitors could see it. I imagine her sitting on the couch snuggled up next to me watching Star Wars, covered up by a blanket to stay warm despite it being the summer. I miss her. Happy Birthday Hailey Thompson Swett. 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Six years ago my youngest son Connor was born. We had planned a [C-Section](http://www.webmd.com/baby/tc/cesarean-section-topic-overview "Cesarean Section Topic Overview") for this day, but sitting in the fields watching the fireworks in [Lebanon, Oregon](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=44.5330555556,-122.907777778&spn=0.1,0.1&q=44.5330555556,-122.907777778 (Lebanon%2C%20Oregon)&t=h "Lebanon, Oregon") we knew that he was coming on the 5th whether we liked it or not. When he made his appearance he was greeted with smiles and love the way a baby should be. He was a new burst of joy added to our already happy family. His older brother, two and a half years old at the time, couldn’t wait to meet his new sibling. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/hpim0175.jpg?w=1024&resize=614%2C463 "Connor - Day One")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/05/there-is-something-special-about-that-kid/hpim0175/) We knew well before that day that he would be born with bi-lateral clubbed feet, so when he came out with his twisted little legs we were not surprised and from the very beginning we were ready to start taking steps to correct his legs so that he would be able to walk. The doctors and staff at the [Shriner’s Hospital](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shriners_Hospitals_for_Children "Shriners Hospitals for Children") in [Portland, Oregon](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=45.52,-122.681944444&spn=0.1,0.1&q=45.52,-122.681944444 (Portland%2C%20Oregon)&t=h "Portland, Oregon") and later in [Greenville, South Carolina](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=34.8444444444,-82.3855555556&spn=0.1,0.1&q=34.8444444444,-82.3855555556 (Greenville%2C%20South%20Carolina)&t=h "Greenville, South Carolina") performed multiple surgeries and Connor spent most of his first couple of years in casts and braces, but he never let it stop him. When his casts kept him from walking he figured out how to scooch around on his hands and knees and how to pull himself up and down the stairs using his arms and the bannister. Now he’s walking, running, jumping and swimming as well as any other six year old. He even takes karate an excels at it. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/hpim0209.jpg?w=300&resize=300%2C225 "Twisted Feet")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/05/there-is-something-special-about-that-kid/hpim0209/) From the very beginning Connor has been a happy kid. Even when he was sick and covered head to toe in excrement he smiled. His laughter makes you smile no matter how grumpy you may be feeling and his smile can carry you through the day. He is sweet and caring almost to a fault. He loves his big brother and stands up for him when he cannot. Connor is the jock of my family, loving his karate and his soccer, attacking both with a competitive spirit he gets from his mother because he most certainly does not get it from me. [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/049.jpg?w=224&resize=224%2C300 "Connor the Karate Master")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/07/05/there-is-something-special-about-that-kid/attachment/049/) If my older son got my creativity, curiosity and sensitivity, Connor got my laziness. I love the boy but he would so much rather have someone else do the work for him than do it himself. Personally I blame the fact that he’s been able to smile his way through most of his short life, so working hard has not been overly neccesary. Lucky little brat. Happy Birthday my Connor…my little ConMan. 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I tried to write something deep and meaningful…and failed. I looked at the screen and felt crushed by my inability to put more than a handful of words together. I want to say something, anything, but my words are failing me today. Perhaps its the muscle ache caused by my new workout rotation. Perhaps its burnout. Perhaps it is sleep deprivation. I don’t know. I don’t even care all that much, but I have to get the fingers moving and the mind working or I will achieve nothing today and that is not the way I want to start the new month. Last month I had my best “writing” month ever. I far exceeded my word count goal. I hit a milestone with my Alone series, breaking the 50,000 word mark. I wrote a piece of short fiction that I think might be worth publishing if I can ever get through the editing process. It was a huge month. The trade off of course is that my readership has declined to its lowest point since January. I don’t really mind since my productivity has been so high, but it does put a hitch in my dreams of fame. So how do I break through this funk I’m in? Do I slog through one of my main WIP’s or do I kick off that new short piece that’s been rattling around in my brain? I don’t know. I think I’ll just ramble a bit…throw some random thoughts down on the screen and see if any of them stick. Yesterday I got to spend some time walking around uptown [Charlotte, North Carolina](http://charmeck.org/ "Charlotte, North Carolina"). Now the walks were brief since I was mostly hiking a half dozen blocks between my car and where my job site was, but you know I really enjoyed it. I wish I could live in uptown. There is just something cool about being surrounded by enormous buildings and as far as uptowns or downtowns go, Charlotte’s is pretty nice. The problem with living in uptown is that it is not a super kid friendly sort of location and the schools are horrible in [Mecklenburg County](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=35.25,-80.83&spn=1.0,1.0&q=35.25,-80.83 (Mecklenburg%20County%2C%20North%20Carolina)&t=h "Mecklenburg County, North Carolina") unless you can afford private school or you get lucky enough to get into one of the Charter Schools. So instead I stay in Mooresville, Race City USA. [NASCAR](http://www.nascar.com "NASCAR") is everywhere in my town, and though I am not a NASCAR fan, I have begun to pick up on some of the names and cars through osmosis. I’m thinking about going to the movies this weekend so that I can see [Transformers: Dark of the Moon](http://www.transformersmovie.com "Transformers: Dark of the Moon"), and you know what? I don’t really care who the female lead is. Seriously. If there were no human beings in the movie, just big badass robots, I would really be okay with it. I know there are some film snobs out there who decry the series for its lack of acting or poor writing, but I don’t go to Transformers for great acting. I go for the robots. I like Optimus Prime kicking ass and taking names. I like explosions and action and Ithat is why I go to that sort of movie. Good acting and writing is like whipcream on an already tasty desert. I have been playing a lot of [Megamek](http://megamek.sourceforge.net "Megamek") lately. If you don’t know what Megamek is, it is a free online version of the tabletop strategy game called [Battletech](http://www.classicbattletech.com "battletech"). Don’t know what Battletech is? Well look it up. Let’s just say it involves giant robots (sensing a theme here?). Megamek does a pretty great job of bringing the game to the computer and speeds up the playing process considerably since you don’t have to worry about rolling dice or marking little hashes on a piece of paper. I usually just play against the REALLY limited artificial intelligence of the game since I don’t often have enough time to sit down and play with another person. The game is my only real form of relaxation as of late and I am eternally grateful to all of the people who make it happen. I think I’m done rambling for the moment. I need some caffeine in a really bad way. Thanks for reading. 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He is the father of my wife and the grandfather to my children. I have known Roy for about thirteen years now. I say I know him but the reality is that I know about him. My wife loves her father very much and spent a considerable amount of time telling me about him. She shares stories of their times together, of his past before her and the parts of him that made him unique. He was a good man with an excess of flaws that gave him character and added to his likability. Roy and I never lived near each other, so I never got to spend much time with him one on one, but I do have a few favorite memories of him that I would like to share. When my son was a year old we went down to Arizona and stayed with Tracy’s parents for a week. On one of the days when Roy wasn’t working we went to the driving range to hit a couple buckets of balls. I had to use Roy’s clubs because I hadn’t brought my own. We talked and hit balls for a good part of the afternoon, right up until I broke his driver. Yeah, snapped the head right off. I didn’t duff it or anything, the damn thing just broke. Now some men might have been pissed, but Roy just looked at it and said, “I never used it much anyways.” I felt horrible, but he put me at ease and I’ve never forgotten that. On that same trip on the we sat out on the back patio of their condo and talked politics and socio-economics. Boring to most people, but I was fresh out of school and full of ideals. We argued back and forth, him on the conservative side and me on the uber-liberal. Roy was respectful and listened to both sides of the argument just the way I try to and I imagine we would have kept at it for a long time if his wife hadn’t reigned us in. This is one of my favorite memories. I love a good, friendly debate and it was a lot of fun getting to do that with Roy. The final memory I want to share is more recent. There are others and I could continue to go on, but I don’t want to ramble. A couple of weeks ago I set up my in-laws with a web cam. We hopped on Skype and they got to see my wife and the boys (I was a bit crowded out of the picture). Roy was becoming frustrated because he couldn’t hear us (we found out later their sound had been turned off), but he still spoke with the boys and for one brief moment I saw him smile. It was not a fake smile used when on camera, it was an honest to goodness, felt from the heart, light up his face, sort of smile. I wish I could have captured it in that moment. He was tired and the medication had him a little loopy, so the call was a short one, but it was magic. Early this morning we got the call we had been dreading for days. Roy had passed away. He had lost the fight with cancer that he had been fighting for three years and was finally at peace. Roy was a miracle. His life should have ended decades ago when my wife was a teenager, but he always managed to pull through no matter the odds. Even a year and a half ago when the doctors were certain of his death he managed to beat off their predictions and lived for another 18 months. Thank you Roy for being the father of my wife. She is the light that brightens my day and I have you to thank for that. I will do my best to honor your memory by being there for your daughter while she cries for you and in the many days that come after when she misses her daddy. Your memory will live on through her and her children and I am glad you will hurt no more. God Bless you Roy. ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/GrandpaandBoys.jpg?resize=614%2C461 "Grandpa and Boys") ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/R16F035.jpg?resize=275%2C419 "Mother Daughter Dance") ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwithout-him-i-wouldnt-have-her%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2FWedding%2F4506.jpg&description=Without%20Him%20I%20Wouldn%27t%20Have%20Her) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/without-him-i-wouldnt-have-her/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/without-him-i-wouldnt-have-her/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/without-him-i-wouldnt-have-her/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/without-him-i-wouldnt-have-her/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Without%20Him%20I%20Wouldn%27t%20Have%20Her&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwithout-him-i-wouldnt-have-her%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures, Family **Tags:** living, Memory, Roy Thompson, Skype, Arizona, Webcam, cancer, Wife, Death, debate, eulogy, father-in-law, golf --- ### [The Time To Act Is Now](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-time-to-act-is-now/) **Published:** June 24, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Thomas Paine; a painting by Auguste Millière (...](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2d/Thomas_Paine.jpg/300px-Thomas_Paine.jpg "Thomas Paine; a painting by Auguste Millière (...")](http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Thomas_Paine.jpg)Image via WikipediaIn December of 1776 [Thomas Paine](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Paine "Thomas Paine") once wrote, “These are the times that try men’s souls.” He was talking about the American Revolution and he spoke about how it was important for the colonists to join the revolution, to fix what was wrong now rather than leave it for their children, He was a revolutionary, passionate in his beliefs and persecuted for his often unpopular thoughts. I imagine if he were alive today he would be agast at the state of the world. \[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player\_profilepage&v=4MjLKjPc7q8\] Would his ability to speak to the common men and women as well as the powerful be dissipated by today’s media or would his words ring through the clutter of popular culture? I worry about the world and the America that my children will inherit. We have lost our way. We fight over whose side is right while people starve. Reality TV stars command what would be middle-class annual wages for a single appearance. We spend billions on the military, but can’t provide classrooms that aren’t overloaded or lacking proper materials. We pollute and destroy the natural world, but fail to act…unless it is convenient for us. It is up to us to set the example, to lead the way so that our children stand a fighting chance in the world we leave behind. \[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player\_profilepage&v=\_RYBDTnS7dg\] ###### Related articles - [12 Things You May Not Know About Paul Revere](http://www.history.com/news/2011/04/18/12-things-you-may-not-know-about-paul-revere/) (history.com) - [The American Revolution Essay](http://socyberty.com/history/the-american-revolution-essay/) (socyberty.com) - [The Echo of Revolution](http://judicialcouncilwatcher.wordpress.com/2011/06/11/the-echo-of-revolution/) (judicialcouncilwatcher.wordpress.com) - [When was the Declaration of Independence signed](http://wiki.answers.com/Q/When_was_the_Declaration_of_Independence_signed) (wiki.answers.com) - [WORDS of OUR FOUNDING FATHERS](http://maboulette.wordpress.com/2011/06/21/words-of-our-founding-fathers/) (maboulette.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-time-to-act-is-now%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fthumb%2F2%2F2d%2FThomas_Paine.jpg%2F300px-Thomas_Paine.jpg&description=The%20Time%20To%20Act%20Is%20Now) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-time-to-act-is-now/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-time-to-act-is-now/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-time-to-act-is-now/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-time-to-act-is-now/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Time%20To%20Act%20Is%20Now&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-time-to-act-is-now%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** American Revolution, environment, health care, politics, poverty, revolution, rise against, Thomas Paine, United States --- ### [Reflections, goals and progress](https://mywriterscramp.com/reflections-goals-and-progress/) **Published:** June 4, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Last week I talked about how my writing had been rejuvenated and that I had made some changes in the way I approached my writing. That sense of progress and accomplishment is still with me though I think it has been tempered ever so slightly. A little while ago I set a goal for myself beyond my 500 words per day. I want to have a book in print in time for me to warrant a vendor’s table at ConCarolinas in 2012. When I set that goal I was looking at my two major Works In Progress and seeing them as getting close to being ready for emitting…or at least they would be ready by the end of the year. Given where my writing has been leading me I’m not sure I’ll be finished by the end of the year with either of them. So where does that leave me? I’ll keep on working my 500 word per day goal and I am still working toward my goal of finishing a book for editing by the end of the year, but I have tempered my excitement a little. Talking to other writers I talk with I see how minimal my volume really is, but I am working at it and I will hit my goals. I have one story that is over 51,000 words and another at more than 42,000. When one of them hits 80,000 I will look at whether or not it is ready for an ending and some serious editing. I have a goal…and I am making progress…the future is mine to conquer. 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Last month it really bothered me, but this month I am completely ambivalent. So what has made the difference in my views and my attitude? Well the decrease in views has a lot to do with my approach to my blog. I have stopped trying to bring in viewers. Don’t get me wrong…I still want views and I love when I get a big spike in views, but I am not actively courting them any more. No contests, no attempts to sound like I know what I’m doing when it comes to writing, and no filler just for the sake of drawing attention. Why the attitude change? Well last month I saw my productivity drop significantly. I had received views but at the cost of making progress on my writing. I went from an average of 660 words per day in March to less than 350 in April. I had been sacrificing progress on my WIP in favor of views. So what did I do? I stopped trying to get people to come to my blog and refocused myself on the writing. As a result I have gotten my word count back above my goal of 500 words per day and that is all on my WIP not on blobs or anything else. I am pleased with the work and it is coming easily which is a refreshing change. I am happy with where I am right now and if my views stay around 20 per day I can live with that…at least until I’m ready for publishing. 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Some of the foundation laid so long ago must be checked and I trust no one but the two of us to do it and since its unlikely that you’ll be leaving your office any time soon…” Robert left the implication hanging in the air. Few people knew that Neville never left the building he stood in now. The last time he had been beneath the open sky was the morning before he had walked into the skyscraper that was his home, only hours after the prophecy had been spoken. His freedom was a small price to pay for global salvation. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-day-challenge-day-042%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=100-Day%20Challenge%2C%20Day%20042) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-day-challenge-day-042/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-day-challenge-day-042/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-day-challenge-day-042/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-day-challenge-day-042/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20100-Day%20Challenge%2C%20Day%20042&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-day-challenge-day-042%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Pictures, Writing, 100-Word Challenge **Tags:** Challenge, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Writing Exercises --- ### [100 Word Challenge](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge/) **Published:** April 15, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Writing](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/9/94/Writing.JPG/300px-Writing.JPG "Writing")](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Writing.JPG)Image via Wikipedia So a couple of years ago I was reading a book about about being a better writer (I’ll hunt it down and let you know what it is later) and one of the chapters was about forcing yourself to write. Now I have been pretty good since about October with writing consistantly even if my ADD keeps me from writing on only one project at a time and so I bounce around all over the place and though I am currently behind on my [word count](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Word_count "Word count") for April I’m hoping that I can make up some of that ground in the last half of the month. Anyhow, the point of this bit of rambling is that one of the exercises in the book was to work on your story 100 words at a time. Just sit down and write 100 words. Whether it takes you five minutes or two hours, just get 100 words down on paper (or on the screen I suppose). I tried doing this for a while and felt good about doing it, but the challenge, like the rest of my writing, fell to the wayside as work and school dominated my life. I was re-reading the beginnings of the story I had already done for the challenge and I thought it might be fun to re-visit the story, if for no other reason to force myself to write on the days where I get busy and fail to produce more. So here I go again…back on the 100 word challenge wagon. I am going to post my 100 word tidbits on here, starting with the orginal posts, so in about a month and a half you’ll be reading the newer parts of the exercise. Do you do little challenges like this to motivate yourself or do you have any other little tricks you’d like to share? ###### Related Articles - [Word Counts Are Not for Everyone](http://makingbabygrand.com/2011/04/04/word-counts-are-not-for-everyone/) (makingbabygrand.com) - [Stuck? Move On.](http://makingbabygrand.com/2011/04/07/stuck-move-on/) (makingbabygrand.com) - [April Writing Challenge – Blah, blah, blah…](http://doingthewritething.wordpress.com/2011/04/01/april-writing-challenge-blah-blah-blah/) (doingthewritething.wordpress.com) - [March Writing Challenge](http://doingthewritething.wordpress.com/2011/03/04/march-writing-challenge/) (doingthewritething.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fen%2Fthumb%2F9%2F94%2FWriting.JPG%2F300px-Writing.JPG&description=100%20Word%20Challenge) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/100-word-challenge/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20100%20Word%20Challenge&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2F100-word-challenge%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing, 100-Word Challenge **Tags:** 100-word, Challenge, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Word count, Writers Resources, Writing Exercises --- ### [Winners of the March Writer's Challenge!](https://mywriterscramp.com/winners-of-the-march-writers-challenge/) **Published:** April 11, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg?resize=614%2C345 "My Writer's Cramp") So I’m sure you’ve all taken a look at the the entries for my March Writer’s Challenge and voted right? Well if you haven’t voted it is too late now, but you can still give the entries a read. The winners of the March, 2011 Challenge are Sandra M in Short Fiction and Ralfast for Flash Fiction! Sandra M.’s entry, [The Moon Blessed](http://doingthewritething.wordpress.com/2011/03/29/the-moon-blessed-a-short-story/ "The Moon Blessed"), is a tremendous piece of fantasy that pulls you in from the beginning and carries you along until the end. Ralfast’s entry, [Wizard’s World War Intro](http://ralfast.wordpress.com/2011/03/23/marchs-writers-challenge-wizards-world-war-intro/ "Wizard's World War Intro"), gives us a glimpse of something so much bigger and leaves you wanting more. Thank you to all of the great writers who contributed to the challenge. Please click [here](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/03/01/the-march-writers-challenge/) and check them all out. Coming soon! The May Writer’s Challenge! Same rules with new words…and I think they will provide a definite challenge! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwinners-of-the-march-writers-challenge%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2F2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg&description=Winners%20of%20the%20March%20Writer%27s%20Challenge%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/winners-of-the-march-writers-challenge/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/winners-of-the-march-writers-challenge/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/winners-of-the-march-writers-challenge/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/winners-of-the-march-writers-challenge/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Winners%20of%20the%20March%20Writer%27s%20Challenge%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwinners-of-the-march-writers-challenge%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Contests --- ### [Green Lantern Goodness](https://mywriterscramp.com/green-lantern-goodness/) **Published:** April 9, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** So of all the superhero movies coming out this year Green Lantern was the one where that I was most ambivalent about. I like the Green Lantern character (especially when he went nuts and became Parallax…that’s right…a nearly 20 year old comic book reference) and I like Ryan Reynolds, but something about this movie release has left me feeling kind of…blah. So the other day I caught wind of this video compiled at Wondercon and so I gave it a look. Here it is for you to check out as well. \[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JydAY58Cvoo&feature=player\_embedded\] Okay…I’m excited about the movie now. The aliens and animation is awesome looking. It takes the superhero away from home and sets up something epic from the beginning. Ryan Reynolds sells me on the part of Hal Jordan (at least for the little be we see) and if the supporting cast is even reasonably good I think this movie will do well. At the very least it will be allowed to take its place amongst the rest of my superhero dvd’s. So what do you think? Will Green Lantern make a mark or be a collosol stain? What are some of your favorite and least favorite superhero movies? ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgreen-lantern-goodness%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Green%20Lantern%20Goodness) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/green-lantern-goodness/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/green-lantern-goodness/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/green-lantern-goodness/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/green-lantern-goodness/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Green%20Lantern%20Goodness&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgreen-lantern-goodness%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** comics, DC, green lantern, hal jordan, movies, preview, super hero, wondercon --- ### [Forgotten Works](https://mywriterscramp.com/forgotten-works/) **Published:** April 4, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/scanning.jpg?resize=339%2C316 "Scanning") So last year, when I still used [Myspace](http://myspace.com/ "MySpace"), I had started retyping some of the short/flash fiction I had written back when I was 19-20. I would correct any grammar and punctuation issues then post them on my blog as an exquisite form of self-torture. I only managed to post two or three such pieces before I all but abandoned Myspace, but in reading some of the works that didn’t even make it to the re-typing file I can say I am pretty glad that the effort stopped early. I am an optimist at heart (though you may not think that from reading my fiction) and so I look at these nearly twenty year old snippets and tell myself, “wow, look how much further along I am now as opposed to then.” The self critic inside of me kind of laughs at this notion, but in all honesty I think I have gotten better in the last fifteen years and I can only think that I would have made even more progress by now if I had been more consistent in my efforts. What brings all of this up is that I had a brainstorm yesterday. Now keep in mind that this brainstorm of mine made me feel singularly stupid for having not thought of it long ago, but my brilliant thought was to use a scanner and OCR technology to scan these old stories so that I wouldn’t have to re-type them. Finally I can digitize all of the work I have only in paper format without having to go through the odious task of typing. I am a pretty speedy typist for a hunt and pecker (probably not the best choice of word here but if the shoe fits right?), but I am the worlds slowest transcriber, which probably contributed to the short lived project named earlier. Now before you start backing away and heading for that escape key let me say that I have absolutely no intention of posting the horrors I put to paper nearly two decades ago. I will however scan them, edit them and file them away for potential future use as the basis for something considerably better. I am sure that some of the pieces are very much unrecoverable, but you never know right. I’m a bit of a pack rat too, so getting rid of anything, no matter how bad much it might need to head to the recycle bin goes against my nature (no…I’m not a hoarder…moving twice in two years helped cure me of that possibility), so they will sit in my archives, waiting, silently plotting the day when they will rise up and take their day in the sun. As long as they don’t bring my poetry up with them we should all be okay. So how about you? Do you have an archive filled with abandoned works? Have you ever shared them? ###### Related Articles - [Using Microsoft Office Document Imaging OCR Text](http://www.brighthub.com/computing/windows-platform/articles/104431.aspx) (brighthub.com) - [Google Docs and OCR](http://365tomythesis.com/2011/03/04/google-docs-and-ocr/) (365tomythesis.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fforgotten-works%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2Fscanning.jpg&description=Forgotten%20Works) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/forgotten-works/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/forgotten-works/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/forgotten-works/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/forgotten-works/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Forgotten%20Works&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fforgotten-works%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** 1993, 1994, classes, Fiction, Myspace, Online Writing, Optical character recognition, Writers Resources --- ### [Progress and Overload](https://mywriterscramp.com/progress-and-overload/) **Published:** March 21, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg?resize=614%2C345 "My Writer's Cramp") Well it is a time for decisions I think, but before I get into that let me give you a little update on where I am with all of my various projects. [ALONE](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/category/writing/alone/ "ALONE") The story is progressing along nicely and I recently introduced a new character who will hopefully add a different form of tension to the story in addition to all of the innate tension that goes with life in a post-apocalyptic world. I really feel like the story is coming along now and the main character is developing into something more than he started out as, and isn’t that the way it should be going? Something about the story is really driving me right now and I feel it pulling me like none of my other projects are. I’ve been sharing one part a week for some time now and I’m wondering if I should pick up the pace on the writing and/or the sharing. TWISTED IN TWO (the tentative title for my fantasy novel) I have written more on this than on any other project, turning an early attempt at novel writing into something bigger and I think better than it had started off as, but as I’ve been working on it I have felt the focus of the story shifting dramatically, to the point where the old outline of the story may no longer even be relevent. I hate to lose the momentum on this one, but I’m starting to think that I should stop working on this one for now, re-do the timeline and flesh out some of the new character information before I continue on and turn the story into a rambling mess. This one is my baby and I’m worried about leaving it alone for too long. MARCH WRITER’S CHALLENGE I have started working on my participation piece for my [March Writer’s Challenge](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/25/march-writers-challenge/ "March Writer's Challenge") and I’m liking what I have going, but I think it may turn out longer than I expected. I’m okay with long, but it needs to stay within the criteria and I need it to be done on time. I should be all right with that and I want it to be good. Even though I am not eligible to win the challenge, it is my contest and I’d really like to not look like a complete hack when compared to everyone else. I decided to take the piece down a dark road and I’ve managed to work in a number of the words/concepts listed in the challenge so I’m doing pretty well with it, but it may just end up being left dangling…a scene of something bigger that I may add to over time. I kind of like the idea. I can try and revisit the world and characters whenever I participate in another contest…. [BOOK REVIEWS](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/category/reviews/ "BOOK REVIEWS") I have completed five book reviews since I started doing them and I am reading King Whisperers by [Kerwin Swint](http://www.kerwinswint.com "Kerwin Swint") for my next review and it is a little departure from the others. My first five were all fiction, but this one is not. I’m not a fact checker and I have stated previously that all of my reviews are based on how well I like the book in question, so when I post the review you’ll all know exactly what I thought of the book, but not if what he says is true…I’m taking it on faith that the man did his research and did not twist the facts to suit his own ends. So where am I going with all of this? Well to be honest I’m feeling like I’ve spread myself a little too thin and that I’m jeopardy af failing at all of my writing because I have taken on too much at once. In addition to my writing I have a wife and two kids that I devote a lot of my time to and while I would love to be a professional writer who can live off of any money made writing, I am not, and so I have a full-time job I have to deal with. Don’t get me wrong here. I am not throwing myself a pity party and I don’t expect any sympathy. So why am I sharing all of this with you? I share this with you because I would love to hear from you about times you have taken on too much with your writing and how you managed to deal with it. I have a pretty good Idea about what I am going to do, but hearing from you would be great and help remind me that I’m not out there alone. ###### Related Articles - [Book Review: My Frankenstein](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/03/16/book-review-my-frankenstein/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) - [A New Work In Progress](http://birthandanovel.wordpress.com/2011/03/16/a-new-work-in-progress/) (birthandanovel.wordpress.com) - [Book Review: Sebastian and the Afterlife](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/03/02/book-review-sebastian-and-the-afterlife/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fprogress-and-overload%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2F2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg&description=Progress%20and%20Overload) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/progress-and-overload/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/progress-and-overload/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/progress-and-overload/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/progress-and-overload/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Progress%20and%20Overload&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fprogress-and-overload%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs **Tags:** Writing, alone, book review, conflict, fantasy, Fiction, Kerwin Swint, Online Writing, Protagonist, time mangement --- ### [Fan Fiction?](https://mywriterscramp.com/fan-fiction/) **Published:** March 7, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Several Dungeons & Dragons miniature figures. ...](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/a/a1/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_Miniatures_2.jpg/300px-Dungeons_%26_Dragons_Miniatures_2.jpg "Several Dungeons & Dragons miniature figures. ...")](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Dungeons_%26_Dragons_Miniatures_2.jpg)Image via Wikipedia As a self declaring geek I openly admit a love for many a “geeky” thing. I am really more of a Star Wars than Star Trek sort of guy, but I don’t limit myself to either. I enjoy comic books of the super hero and the dramatic varieties though I lean towards the super heroes. I used to play [Dungeons and Dragons](http://www.wizards.com/dnd "Dungeons & Dragons") (I would still be playing but my move to North Carolina and my rather tricky schedule have made a return rather difficult) and Battletech (same as with D&D, but I do occasionally play a little online through megamek). I like [Firefly](http://www.hulu.com/firefly "Firefly - Full Episodes and Clips streaming online for free"), Battlestar Gallactica, Eureka, [Warehouse 13](http://www.syfy.com/warehouse13 "Warehouse 13"), Stargate, [Dr Who](http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/ "Doctor Who") and any number of other television shows and movies. So why am I sharing this? Well because I wanted to talk a bit about Fan Fiction. For those of you who don’t know what it is, Fan Fiction, or FanFic for short, is any story written by a fan of a given game, television show, book or movie that takes place in the fictional world of the given media. Sometime the popular characters/worlds/plots are directly referred to or involved in the FanFic, but often the FanFic does not. I like to think of FanFic as being an homage to the original, but it often gets a bad rap for some reason. Personally I have considered writing Fan Fiction on occasion and I’ve even started a few pieces that are sitting, languishing in the “to be completed” folder on my thumb drive, but I’ve never been able to get myself to go all the way and finish that story and share it with other fans or even my friends and family. Lately I have been reconsidering the idea and contemplating the completion of a short piece just to say I have finished it. How about you? Have you ever written some fan fiction? What was it based on? Do you enjoy reading it? What sort of source material do you think lends itself best to Fan Fiction? ###### Related Articles - [My name is Fiction. Fan Fiction.](http://onmywaytowonderland.wordpress.com/2011/02/11/my-name-is-fiction-fan-fiction/) (onmywaytowonderland.wordpress.com) - [Fan Fiction Archive!! 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There are already a half dozen people signed up or planning to participate and as soon as the entries start coming in I will post the links here and the judging will begin! Is this the first you’ve hear of the March Writer’s Challenge? Well click [HERE](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/25/march-writers-challenge/) for more information including the rules! Why settle for something normal? Push yourself and give the challenge a try! Entries [God’s Wrath](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/03/22/gods-wrath/ "God's Wrath") by Eric Swett [Wizard’s World War Intro](http://ralfast.wordpress.com/2011/03/23/marchs-writers-challenge-wizards-world-war-intro/ "Wizard's World War Intro") by ralfast [Bedeviled](http://1wordywoman.wordpress.com/2011/03/30/bedeviled/ "Bedeviled") by Marantha Janelle [The Moon Blessed](http://doingthewritething.wordpress.com/2011/03/29/the-moon-blessed-a-short-story/ "The Moon Blessed") by Sonia M. [Prologue](http://tigaseren.blogspot.com/2011/04/march-writers-challenge.html "Prologue") by Jespren # **VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITES** # You may vote for more than one story. # But you can only vote for each story once! \[polldaddy poll=4772254\] ###### Related Articles - [March Writer’s Challenge!](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/25/march-writers-challenge/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) - [You Up for a Writing Challenge?](http://twowritingteachers.wordpress.com/2011/02/24/you-up-for-a-writing-challenge/) (twowritingteachers.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-march-writers-challenge%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2F2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg&description=The%20March%20Writer%27s%20Challenge%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-march-writers-challenge/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-march-writers-challenge/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-march-writers-challenge/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/the-march-writers-challenge/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20March%20Writer%27s%20Challenge%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fthe-march-writers-challenge%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Contests, Writing **Tags:** blog, Challenge, contest, Entries, Fiction, March --- ### [Announcing the March Writer's Challenge!](https://mywriterscramp.com/march-writers-challenge/) **Published:** February 25, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ## Welcome to the first My Writer’s Cramp Writing Challenge! ![](https://i0.wp.com/i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg207/innocent_eric/wordpress/2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg?resize=430%2C242 "My Writer's Cramp") Since I’ve started this blog I’ve met some great people and some great writers and I thought it might be fun to do a little writing challenge to share the works of my friends, introduce all of us to some new people and give us all a little something more to read (like we don’t all have more than enough right?). The challenge will be broken into two categories: Short Fiction and Flash Fiction. For purposes of this writing challenge Short Fiction we be defined as being between 1000 and 7500 words; Flash Fiction will be no more than 1000 words. **So what is the challenge?** The challenge will be incorporating three of nine elements listed below. The more important to the story you make the elements the better, but if you simply mention them in passing that’s okay too. Its important to note that its not about using the word specifically but the concept. An example would be if the element was “sword” and you never mention the word, but your story involves a pirate who uses a saber when he boards a merchant ship, that would be a successful use of the element. So here are the elements: **Swashbuckling****Mismanaged****Psychopathic****Rocketry****Bedevilled****Agape****Parricide****Jive****Rakish**Thank you to [Creativity Tools Random Word Generator by Watch Out 4 Snakes](http://www.watchout4snakes.com/CreativityTools/RandomWord/RandomWordPlus.aspx) for the random selection of elements. **Who can participate?** Anyone really. If you feel like flexing your creativity muscle then give a try and see how you do. All genre’s of fiction are open to participation, but please let me know what rating your entry will be and that your site is so that readers may know what they are in for. **What other requirements are there?** Well you need to have a blog or website that you can post your story on so that I may post a link to your entry. If you don’t have one yet then hop on over to [WordPress](http://wordpress.com/ "Wordpress") or [Blogger](http://www.blogspot.com/) and start your free blog page so you have some place to put it. The challenge officially starts March 1, 2011 and ends on March 31, 2011. All entries must be submitted and posted during the month of March, 2011. Voting will be closed on April 7th and winners will be announced on April 9th. **How will the winners be determined?** Once the entries have been submitted and linked they will be added to a poll. Simply put whomever has the best numbers at 9PM EST on April 9th will win. In the event of a tie in either category I will be the sole judge in determining which submission wins. I will be participating in the challenge, but I will not be eligible to win and will not be included in the poll. **So what do you get for participating and/or winning?** Well participation opens you up to meeting new writers and readers and may just drive a little extra traffic to your website. That alone would be worth participation. At the very least the winners will have their blog linked from my blog stating that he or she is the winner and an award banner with your name on it will be given to you for posting on your site. There will be some additional prizes that have yet to be determined and I will announce them as they are added to the packages. If there are enough participants then I may manage prizes for second and third place as well. ###### Related Articles - [Writing: Creativity And Flash Fiction](http://pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com/2011/02/20/writingcreativity-and-flash-fiction/) (pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com) - [Flash Fiction Will Release Your Creativity](http://pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com/2011/02/22/flash-fiction-will-release-your-creativity/) (pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com) - [The World According To Flash Fiction](http://pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com/2011/02/22/the-world-according-to-flash-fiction/) (pittsburghflashfictiongazette.com) - [March Writer’s Challenge!](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/02/25/march-writers-challenge/) (ericswett.wordpress.com) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmarch-writers-challenge%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fi249.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fgg207%2Finnocent_eric%2Fwordpress%2F2011-02-25_12-26-45_289.jpg&description=Announcing%20the%20March%20Writer%27s%20Challenge%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/march-writers-challenge/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/march-writers-challenge/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/march-writers-challenge/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/march-writers-challenge/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Announcing%20the%20March%20Writer%27s%20Challenge%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmarch-writers-challenge%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Contests, Writing **Tags:** Short story, winner, Wordpress, Writers Resources, bloggers, Challenge, Contast, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Online Writing, Prizes --- ### [Distractions and Foci](https://mywriterscramp.com/distractions-and-foci/) **Published:** February 24, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Civilization V](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/5c/CIVILIZATION-V-FRONT-OF-BOX.jpg "Civilization V")](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:CIVILIZATION-V-FRONT-OF-BOX.jpg)Image via Wikipedia Last weekend I had the major part of a day all to myself. I had nothing planned for except a phone call with a friend (which ended up not happening), yet I managed to get very little written during that time. That evening I wrote considerably more and ended the day about 1000 words short of my goal. I sat down and wrote the next day and was about as productive, though I spent the bulk of the day distracted by my parental duties. On the third day I punched out almost as much as I had during the previous two days combined although I was every bit as busy as the day before. As I looked at the results of my weekend I asked myself what had made the difference in how much I was able to write during each day and at the different times of day. I questioned what had distracted me and what had helped me focus on my work and then I pondered what about the distractions and focus enhancers made them what they were. So lets look at this on a day by day approach. Friday On Friday I was tired for much of the day having gotten up overly early to take my wife to the airport (the whole reason I had a day all to myself). During the day I went to the gym a couple of times and had to get the kids ready for school and then pick them up from school. I can’t really count this as writing time since I was obviously not at my computer.. Now when I wasn’t out running about I watched a movie and played some Civilization V, all while attempting to write. Later that evening after the kids were in bed I sat down and tried to write some more all while playing [Civ V](http://www.civilization5.com/ "Civilization V") again with some Adult Swim in the background. During this entire day I was completely and utterly mediocre in my writing output. The words came in fits and starts, never in a solid string of productivity. Probably my most productive period was after the kids were in bed and I was writing between turns of Civilization (I was near the end of the game and it took the computer a while to churn through the AI), but even this was not very good. I spent a day and managed only about 1500 words. While this would be a pretty good day for me under normal circumstances, to have an entire day to myself and only hit that number seems somehow criminal. Saturday Saturday was full of more activity. Karate for my youngest followed by the gym for me, followed by lunch and then an afternoon of playing with the boys and doing laundry. Honestly my writing time was in serious jeopardy for most of that time. Karate practice is traditionally a good writing time for me oddly enough. I can sit back with my laptop and hammer out four or five hundred words without too much difficulty. During the day I had been watching the Star Wars movies (started with Episode I) and I was half way through Episode IV when I put the kids to bed. I started writing and playing Civilization V again with the movie on in the background. It ended and I started [The Empire Strikes Back](http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Episode-Versions-Widescreen/dp/B000FQJAJG%3FSubscriptionId%3D0G81C5DAZ03ZR9WH9X82%26tag%3Dzemanta-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000FQJAJG "Star Wars Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980 & 2004 Versions, 2-Disc Widescreen Edition)"). Of all the Star Wars movies this one is my favorite (I suspect I’m not alone in this) and I have pretty well got it memorized. Once it started playing the words started really flowing out and by the time the movie was done and I was tired to the point of needing bed I had produced slightly more than I had the day before. It was still well below my goal, but I found myself feeling pretty good about the number because the words had flowed and I thought that the work was pretty good. Sunday Sunday was lost to me due to cleaning and playing with the kids for the most part. But that evening after I put the kids to bed I decided that I was really going to get some writing done. I set myself a time limit of two hours because I was exhausted and if I didn’t get some sleep work would be miserable the next morning. I turned off the TV and put my headphones on with some music playing just loud enough to block out any ambient sounds. I started writing and had to stop myself at that two hour mark because the words were coming so easily to me. I went to bed that night feeling like I had truly put a superior effort into my work and had produced something really worthwhile with my time. On the surface it looked like my biggest distraction may well have been Civilization V, and I would say that is pretty accurate. If I had just locked that game away and focused on my work I may have gotten considerably more work done. The second big distraction was having a movie playing in the background, although that seems to be tempered by how well I know the movie because the better I knew the movie the more productive I became. Looking at what helped me focus the most I would have to say was the light background music (and to a lesser extent background movie sounds as discussed above. Having something other than silence kept me from drifting off too much and made me considerably more comfortable as I sat at my computer. I have tried doing the same sort of thing with just the speakers and not headphones and it does help, but the world deadening effect of good headphones really kicks it into overdrive. Another focus for my writing was the self imposed time period. Knowing that I had only two hours to get work done made that two hours incredibly productive, whereas when I had nearly six hours to work with I squandered it and was far less productive. So what did this weekend teach me? Well it taught me that if I really want to get any writing done I have got to stay the hell away from video games, even ones where I have big gaps of wait time to fill in. I need to stay away from movies and television for my background noise. Music is far superior and if headphones are available as an option I should definitely slap them on as an extra little boost. I need to set time limits for myself and stick to them. Don’t try and spend a whole day (as rare as they may be) trying to work on writing. Set some blocks of time aside for nothing but writing with gaps in between. This allows for that focused time while giving you some breaks where playing video games or watching a movie will provide a good break and some entertainment. Now that I have a little better handle on what helps me be my most productive I will be putting the plan into action in about two weeks when my wife heads out of town once more. I’ll make sure to share how well it worked out. Do you think my self analysis is totally cracked or did I hit it on the head? How about you? Do you have any distractions you need to avoid or any foci that crank up your productivity? ###### Related Articles - [Writing tip of the day – avoid distractions](http://westernthm.wordpress.com/2011/01/24/writing-tip-of-the-day-avoid-distractions/) (westernthm.wordpress.com) - [Managing Workplace Distractions](http://blogs.wsj.com/juggle/2011/02/23/managing-workplace-distractions/) (blogs.wsj.com) - [Distractions Are Yours to Manage](http://www.chrisbrogan.com/distractions-are-yours-to-manage/) (chrisbrogan.com) - [Concentration: 22 ways to stay focused on writing](http://www.badlanguage.net/concentration-22-ways-to-stay-focused-on-writing) (badlanguage.net) ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fdistractions-and-foci%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fen%2F5%2F5c%2FCIVILIZATION-V-FRONT-OF-BOX.jpg&description=Distractions%20and%20Foci) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/distractions-and-foci/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/distractions-and-foci/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/distractions-and-foci/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/distractions-and-foci/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Distractions%20and%20Foci&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fdistractions-and-foci%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Writing **Tags:** Writers Resources, blog, Civilization, distractions, Music, Star Wars, Television, Twitter, Video Games --- ### [Edgefield In the Morning](https://mywriterscramp.com/edgefield-in-the-morning/) **Published:** January 31, 2011 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/edgefield-in-the-morning1.jpg?resize=545%2C191 "Edgefield-In-The-Morning")](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/01/31/edgefield-in-the-morning/edgefield-in-the-morning-2/)[](http://ericswett.wordpress.com/2011/01/31/edgefield-in-the-morning/edgefield-in-the-morning-3/) What seems like a lifetime ago my wife and I spent a cold March weekend at [McMenamin’s Edgefield](http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=45.5386111111,-122.408055556&spn=0.01,0.01&q=45.5386111111,-122.408055556 (Multnomah%20County%20Poor%20Farm)&t=h "Multnomah County Poor Farm") in Troutdale, Oregon. When we woke in the morning there was snow outside. This picture was taken from our open window down on the Little Red Shack. Just beyond there was where we were married. It is one of my favorite places in the world for so very many reasons. This winter and the snow we have had so far leaves me missing it more than ever. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fedgefield-in-the-morning%2F&media=http%3A%2F%2Fericswett.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F01%2Fedgefield-in-the-morning1.jpg&description=Edgefield%20In%20the%20Morning) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/edgefield-in-the-morning/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/edgefield-in-the-morning/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/edgefield-in-the-morning/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/edgefield-in-the-morning/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Edgefield%20In%20the%20Morning&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fedgefield-in-the-morning%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** blog, edgefield, mcmenamins, oregon, snow, wedding, Wife --- ### [Game day in Charlotte! Go Cardinals!](https://mywriterscramp.com/game-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals/) **Published:** December 19, 2010 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Image posted by MobyPicture.com](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/0de6faefd600b2f7e2022e9cf07b8ae5.jpg?w=400)](http://www.mobypicture.com/user/ericswett/view/8276397 "See more at MobyPicture.com") – Posted using [MobyPicture.com](http://www.mobypicture.com) So my wife and I took my boys to go see their very first professional football game. I would be lying if I said it was much of a game since the loser almost benefited more than the winner due to improving where they fall in the draft, but it was still a pro game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers. The weather was freezing cold, our seats were fabulous and the boys had a good time (especially my youngest who got his face painted like a blue Panther…the little traitor). We ended up leaving at half time because the boys were just too cold (our seats never got any sunlight and I’ll admit it was cold even for me), but it was still a great experience. Hopefully the next time the Cardinals come to town it will be a little warmer. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgame-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Game%20day%20in%20Charlotte%21%20%20Go%20Cardinals%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/game-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/game-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/game-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/game-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Game%20day%20in%20Charlotte%21%20%20Go%20Cardinals%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fgame-day-in-charlotte-go-cardinals%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Pictures **Tags:** Writing --- ### [Zachary's christmas program](https://mywriterscramp.com/zacharys-christmas-program/) **Published:** December 14, 2010 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** [![Image posted by MobyPicture.com](http://ericswett.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/22e704f4c7ec116beb3b683060245c03.jpg?w=400)](http://www.mobypicture.com/user/ericswett/view/8231872 "See more at MobyPicture.com") – Posted using [MobyPicture.com](http://www.mobypicture.com) Yes, my oldest son was singing in the second grade Christmas program last night. He’s the blonde boy wearing the striped red shirt in the top row. He gets horribly shy and nervous at these things so I’m proud of him for standing up there and singing even if he didn’t do any of the hand motions for some of the songs. As an intersting side not it appears that the girl standing next to him is his girlfriend. They were very flirty and when we asked him about it he told us that he didn’t like it at first, but now he does. Its just part of life right? 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A man who went from anonymity to the pinnacle of glory in one year’s time. He took a team that had been struggling to find true success and led them to a Super Bowl victory. What I did not know about his story at the time was his strong Christian Faith. I was agnostic at best during that time and once I found out about how much he spoke about his belief I actually lost a little of my respect for the man and his talents. In 2001 I suffered a personal tragedy and I found my way towards God. It was a slow start and it was full of its ups and downs as my long time beliefs often clashed with my new found ones. I bounced through a couple of churches and a handful of pastors without ever really finding true belief. In 2007 I moved from Oregon to North Carolina for work. It was a leap of faith for me and my family. We had no friends or family in the area and we were giving up comfortable jobs and our home back in Oregon. Four months later I lost my job as the economy started its slide in ernest. We were lucky that my wife had found a good job a month before I lost mine and even more importantly we had found a church that we really liked. The year at the Christmas Eve mass I asked Jesus into my life. Something about that night had opened up a doorway in my hurt and I felt for the first time in years that everything was going to be okay and that there truly was someone (other than my wife and kids) out there who loved me, cared for me andhad given everything for me. I think part of what opened that door for me was watching Kurt Warner. I make it no surprise that I am a big Cardinals fan. I have more jerseys from players who aren’t with the team anymore than I have jerseys for players who are still with the team. I remember watching Kurt taking part in a discussion on one of the local religious channels and loving the message he delivered. Then I got to see it in practice as the Cardinals made their epic run to the Superbowl that year. I watched Kurt cut a post-game interview short because he wanted to be with the players on both teams as they prayed in a circle on the field. Kurt is the kind of Christain I aspire to be. He is kind and loving and he leads by the example he sets which in my mind does more for Christianity than any fire and brimstone preacher could ever hope to accomplish. I follow Kurt Warner still in his post football career and he even managed to get me to vote for him on Dancing With the Stars. Below is a link to a blog most he released this morning. It is beautiful and inspiring and I hope you find joy in his words. Thank you Kurt Warner. [Man/Women After God’s Heart | Kurt’s Messages](http://www.kurtwarner.org/blog/?p=99). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmanwomen-after-gods-heart-kurts-messages%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Man%2FWomen%20After%20God%E2%80%99s%20Heart%20%7C%20Kurt%E2%80%99s%20Messages) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/manwomen-after-gods-heart-kurts-messages/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/manwomen-after-gods-heart-kurts-messages/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/manwomen-after-gods-heart-kurts-messages/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/manwomen-after-gods-heart-kurts-messages/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Man%2FWomen%20After%20God%E2%80%99s%20Heart%20%7C%20Kurt%E2%80%99s%20Messages&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fmanwomen-after-gods-heart-kurts-messages%2F&share=email) - **Categories:** Blogs, Religion **Tags:** Cardinals, Faith, Football, Jesus, Kurt Warner --- ## Pages ### [Subscribe Today](https://mywriterscramp.com/subscribe-today-2/) **Published:** April 25, 2026 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** ![](https://i0.wp.com/mywriterscramp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ARMAGEDDON-ANGELS-1.png?w=640&ssl=1)**Subscribe now for updates and access to new fiction, including the ongoing story, Beyond the Darkside.** Email \* Subscribe Subscription form is not available at the moment **By clicking submit, you agree to share your email address with the site owner to receive marketing, updates, and other emails from the site owner. 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The important thing to remember is that Reviews are opinions and nothing more. It really doesn’t matter how fantastic your education is, when it comes right down to it a review by anyone is just an opinion. As a rule I have used movie reviews as a way to decide what I should go see…I wait to see what they think is awful and head straight for it. For the most part I find myself enjoying the movies that are found lacking by critics. To me, entertainment, in all of its forms, is about pleasure. It is great when my entertainment makes me think about something I normally wouldn’t, or question something I hadn’t before, but some times I just want to enjoy things exploding or sucking the braincells out my ear…I do it for the pleasure. So what does that mean about my reviews? Well it means that when I do a review I’m generally going to give a positive review to things I enjoy and a negative review to things I don’t. I’m not going to spend my time ripping apart a movie or book to share with you how much I did or din’t like a particular aspect, but I’ll make sure you know what I thought about it. If you disagree with me? Awesome! There are times when you will and I hope you tell me about it and why. The only thing I ask is that you stay away from personal attacks, because, well they’re just not nice and really less than productive. 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I’m a writer. I’ll even go so far as to say I’m an author since I have published a book and some short fiction. I am the keeper of this blog and its contents. I originally started this as a place to share my writing, but it has grown into something more. From here I have written three books with more on the way. Writing is not all that I am. I work in IT, stream videogames, and dabble in 3D printing, but believe it or not there is even more to me than my passion, my job, and my hobbies. Above all of that I am a husband and father. I have a beautiful wife named Tracy and three fabulous children (Zachary, Connor, and Kaitlyn). Between the four of them I have absolutely everything I really need in this world. If everything else went away and I still had them, I could die and count myself a fortunate man. I’m a self-proclaimed Geek and I do not adhere to a single form of geekdom. I like roleplaying games, [tabletop games](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tabletop_game "Tabletop game") with painted miniatures, video games, [comic books](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comic_book "Comic book"), science fiction and fantasy, Star Wars, [Star Trek](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Trek "Star Trek") and Doctor Who. I could fill up this page with all of the geekery I enjoy, but this short list will suffice for now. It’s impossible to tell everything about oneself in a single page, and that is why I’m a writer. 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Kept me guessing. Makes me think of Kadras’ Sandman Slim series, with a side of Good Omens. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffun-urban-fantasy-with-touches-of-horror%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Fun%20urban%20fantasy%20with%20touches%20of%20horror) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-urban-fantasy-with-touches-of-horror/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-urban-fantasy-with-touches-of-horror/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-urban-fantasy-with-touches-of-horror/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-urban-fantasy-with-touches-of-horror/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Fun%20urban%20fantasy%20with%20touches%20of%20horror&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffun-urban-fantasy-with-touches-of-horror%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A Phenomenal Sequel.](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-phenomenal-sequel/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Disclaimer: I was given a copy of the ebook in exchange for an honest review. Picking up five years after the events of the previous book, Apocalypse Rising, and the rise of the Angel of Death, we’re introduced to Kohaku Hitaratsu, an underworld kingpin that is being thrown out of his company and life by an unexpected usurper named Albert Titan. With no other place to go, he returns to the neighborhood and friend that took him in as a child. Once there, he begins his fight against the stuff of nightmares in defense of his new home and begins to learn who he truly is. One of the things I loved about this book is the way it made me feel dirty after reading it. I’m usually one that loves to cheer on the bad guys in books and movies, but it was difficult for me to do that for Kohaku in the beginning. At first, he was the clichéd bad guy that’s dethroned and wishes to rebuild what he had, but that quickly changed as he started on a path of redemption. While that may sound cliché, it was far from it. The author did a fantastic job of bringing Kohaku up from the sewers and into a fight he feels obligated to take part in. The entire switch in his character was done without changing him, at least not in a way that is easily noticeable. Kohaku stays the same aggressive tough guy throughout, but his edges are softened by the people he meets that help him grow. It is due to the author’s ability to make an unlikable character likable that I really wanted to reach out and smack the author around by the end of the book. By the time the ending came, I found I had invested a great deal into the outcome of the story and felt exhilarated and depressed when it ended. It’s a unique feeling I only felt a couple of times before, so I’ll definitely remember it. The biggest complaint I have is now I have to wait for the next book for the story to continue. If you love a good versus evil story filled with monsters, then you’ll love this book. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-phenomenal-sequel%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20Phenomenal%20Sequel.) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-phenomenal-sequel/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-phenomenal-sequel/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-phenomenal-sequel/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-phenomenal-sequel/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Phenomenal%20Sequel.&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-phenomenal-sequel%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Awesome Sequel](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/awesome-sequel/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** As a fan of the first book, I was excited to read the second one. While Justin makes several appearances in this book, he takes a backseat to a man named Kohaku Hitaratsu. He’s a business man who built his name by being an unethical criminal. One day, his entire empire comes crashing down and Kohaku must find a way to rebuild his life with nothing. The most interesting thing about this book is that Kohaku is not really a very likeable character when we meet him. He does things he shouldn’t do and I found myself enjoying seeing him taken down a peg. By the end of the book, I came to have an entirely different perspective on him. As with the first book, Swett packs each page with characters and situations that inspire emotion in the reader. While it may not all be positive emotions, it makes the reader feel, and that’s important. There is plenty of action and some entertaining moments that serve to move the characters forward on their journey. I loved this story and can’t wait to see how the other books play out. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fawesome-sequel%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Awesome%20Sequel) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/awesome-sequel/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/awesome-sequel/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/awesome-sequel/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/awesome-sequel/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Awesome%20Sequel&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fawesome-sequel%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Hooked Straight away](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/hooked-straight-away/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I really enjoyed this book. I hadn’t time to read the first book before starting this one, however I didn’t feel as if I was missing out on any information, because Eric ensures he weaves all the relevant information back in through the story. This isn’t my normal type of book however I was hooked as soon as I began reading. Kohaku Hitaratsu is a relatable and interesting character with so many levels. It was exciting to watch him fall from the power he’d built himself back down to having nothing because he starts off as a character we aren’t supposed to like. However then he starts to rebuild his life again, this time in another way and we become more empathetic to him. It was a nice look at God, Angels, Demons, creatures and humans in a way that wasn’t too in your face. I definitely enjoyed the book and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to read something different with believable characters. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fhooked-straight-away%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Hooked%20Straight%20away) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/hooked-straight-away/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/hooked-straight-away/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/hooked-straight-away/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/hooked-straight-away/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Hooked%20Straight%20away&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fhooked-straight-away%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great while you wait.](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-while-you-wait/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I really liked this book. It has a bit of everything; great action and fighting, romance, even a chase scene (though not in the way you might think). There are times when it’s funny, and moments that make you tear up. This was a good step in the Armageddon Angels series. It takes a step back and revisits characters you want to hear more about from the first book while waiting for the next installment of the main story. Some may say I’m biased because I know the author, but when it comes to books I’m not that easy to please. I definitely recommend this book and the entire series. The only thing keeping me from giving this 5 stars is that it is more of an offshoot of the main story-line and I really want to see what happens next. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-while-you-wait%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20while%20you%20wait.) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-while-you-wait/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-while-you-wait/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-while-you-wait/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-while-you-wait/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20while%20you%20wait.&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-while-you-wait%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A Fun Start to a Promising Series](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-fun-start-to-a-promising-series/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Having just finished an author provided ebook copy I have decided to buy my own physical copy of Apocalypse Rising. Here is why: In Apocalypse Rising the story begins as Justin, already on the run, is trying to protect a young woman’s life. They had fallen in with quite the wrong crowd who now want them dead. However, Justin is on the side of the angels, or he would be if the angels didn’t have some troublesome agenda of their own. Apocalypse Rising is just the beginning. The beginning of The End perhaps, but Swett does something not seen in many “apocalypse” stories. He takes the original meaning of the word seriously. While today the word “apocalypse” has come to mean the end of the world, its original meaning was “revelation.” and that is at the heart of Apocalypse Rising. Through various viewpoints were are shown the world, bit by bit, being exposed for what what truly lies beneath its surfaces. That theses revelation are set against the a backdrop of cosmic forces moving to bring about The Apocalypse only brings a poignant urgency to the events. Swett weaves together various strands to reveal a world were magic is subtle but pervasive. Elves and Angels move among humanity hidden from view while a media tycoon commands the airwaves and demonic servants. More than that Swett also reveals the very human side of his characters. We feel for Justin as he struggles with not just doing the right thing but sometimes needing to figure out what that means at all. We feel for those around him as they struggle to understand the changes being wrought upon their world. Mostly we feel that the next installment of the series can’t get here fast enough. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-fun-start-to-a-promising-series%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20Fun%20Start%20to%20a%20Promising%20Series) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-fun-start-to-a-promising-series/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-fun-start-to-a-promising-series/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-fun-start-to-a-promising-series/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-fun-start-to-a-promising-series/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Fun%20Start%20to%20a%20Promising%20Series&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-fun-start-to-a-promising-series%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Fascinating read](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fascinating-read/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Super book that keeps you pushing forward never knowing where it you will go!! Loved it & plan on reading more by this great author!! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffascinating-read%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Fascinating%20read) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fascinating-read/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fascinating-read/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fascinating-read/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fascinating-read/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Fascinating%20read&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffascinating-read%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A NEW STAR IN THE LITERARY SKIES](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-new-star-in-the-literary-skies/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Filled with danger and suspense, this wonderful story by new author ERIC SWETT is a definite must-have for anyone who enjoys on-the-edge-of-your-seat non-stop reading adventure. APOCALYPSE RISING will grab you by the hand and drag you into a world of lies, corruption, danger and suspense. It is a thrill ride from the first word to the last, and it will make you very, very glad that any enemies YOU might have are mortal! Marantha D. Jenelle Author of the soon to be released THE IHMAYRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY/BOOK ONE: CHILD OF SUN AND MOON UPDATE: AUGUST 23, 2012 I just read this wonderful story for the second time, and folks, all I have to say is this…You have got to get this book! It was even better the second time around. I am looking forward to seeing what this promising new author will share with us next! Marantha D. Jenelle Artist, Poet, Writer, Calligrapher, Dreamer ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-new-star-in-the-literary-skies%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20NEW%20STAR%20IN%20THE%20LITERARY%20SKIES) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-new-star-in-the-literary-skies/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-new-star-in-the-literary-skies/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-new-star-in-the-literary-skies/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-new-star-in-the-literary-skies/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20NEW%20STAR%20IN%20THE%20LITERARY%20SKIES&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-new-star-in-the-literary-skies%2F&share=email) - --- ### [An Apocalyptic Gem](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/an-apocalyptic-gem/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I’ve always been a fan of biblical based stories because, in their own way, they make you think about what’s accepted and what’s not. I’m an inquisitive type and I want to know everything, with only a few exceptions. Anyway, The idea of the story fascinated me for the simple reason it’s centered around a fallen Angel. Two thousand years earlier, Justin chose to walk among humanity feeling he could do more good with us instead of from Heaven. After witnessing a brutal murder, he takes his friend Lily and tries to get away before their found by the person responsible. During their escape, Justin begins to discover he’s more than he remembered. After meeting a race of people long forgotten, his memory is restored and he finds himself the focus of attention he never imagined before then. A very good story of rediscovery and friendship, I found Apocalypse Rising to be a fun read with its energy, good pace, and writing style. I’m a fan of pushing the envelope and the author delivered by offering an interesting and exciting view of our world. I think it’s safe to say that if you’re a fan of fantasy and urban stories, this is something for you. 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Can’t wait to read the next book! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffans-of-urban-fantasy-should-check-this-out%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Fans%20of%20urban%20fantasy%20should%20check%20this%20out%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fans-of-urban-fantasy-should-check-this-out/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fans-of-urban-fantasy-should-check-this-out/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fans-of-urban-fantasy-should-check-this-out/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fans-of-urban-fantasy-should-check-this-out/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Fans%20of%20urban%20fantasy%20should%20check%20this%20out%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffans-of-urban-fantasy-should-check-this-out%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Captivating Story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/captivating-story/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Apocalypse Rising is a captivating story of a fallen angel trying to save the life of a friend and his own. A classic tale of good versus evil that has you trying to figure out who is friend and who is enemy. Eric Swett has created a story that keeps you engaged and entertained, and makes it hard to put the book down. 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Being left with no choice but to return to the life he had left behind, Justin battles corruption and danger in his struggle to save himself, his friend and the world! We are given a bit of a mixed bag as far as the writing is concerned in this book. Some of the chapters are written in 3rd person and they are of an average standard. I am not blown away by the style but it is okay and readable. Other chapters are written in 1st person POV and to be honest they are not written very well. I was initially put off in the first chapter because of the amount of `he says’ `she says’ and `I say’ that were around the dialogue so it made me pay more attention to the writing than the story for the rest of the book which distracted me slightly. The story itself is full of action, deceit, deception and danger and is at times quite exciting. A relatively short novel that lacks in character development could have been made more engaging by being given more depth and length. 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It grabbed me in a serious mental hold and didn’t let go! I found myself reading in between work during the day, on breaks that I normally don’t take, and late into the night. It is simply a must read 🙂 be prepared for a unique story that will keep you enchanted until the end and thirsty for more. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fit-had-me-at%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=It%20had%20me%20at....) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/it-had-me-at/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/it-had-me-at/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/it-had-me-at/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/it-had-me-at/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20It%20had%20me%20at....&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fit-had-me-at%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A NEW LOOK AT A TIMELESS JOURNEY](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-new-look-at-a-timeless-journey/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Call me crazy; but I put a lot of stock in the first few words of a book. For me, the first few words set the tone for the rest of the story and are an almost infallible indication of how much I’m going to enjoy the world that I’m about to enter. Apocalypse Rising’s first words were unexpected, original and actually produced a snort of appreciative laughter; therefore it was with a definite sense of delighted anticipation I entered the world created by author, Eric Swett. The novel utilizes many of the familiar religious, spiritual, myths, legends and iconicity that are a part of most people’s base of reference; then unexpectedly turns those concepts inside out and upside down. What we have come to accept as “truths” is illuminated in a different light and the question then forms…well, what if things went a little differently or what did happen after the stage lights went out. I appreciated the authors masterful use of taking an idea and then twisting it a bit here, bending it a bit over there and shaping the whole story into something unexpected. Apocalypse Rising is written primarily in the first person and the main character is a well imagined man; who’s journey of re-discovery is well played out. There are sections in the book that give us a glimpse into the process of other characters and how they shape the events that move the character along in his development. The initial beginning to the novel is a bit bumpy but very quickly finds its footing and before long the story has worked its way under your skin. I found myself thinking about the twists, turns and development of the main character while going about my daily tasks and looking forward to continuing the story. This climax of the novel is excellent (if a bit “messy”) and is satisfyingly illuminating as well as entertaining. The end of the book did leave me with the hope that there will be another as there were certain characters and concepts I would like to see again and to find out more about. The dialog and writing is medium to quick paced and held my interest without going too fast to confuse me. The particular genre of this book is not one that is extremely familiar to me but the author has made it very easy to understand and where more information is required it is provided without fanfare. While some of the “swearing” seemed a little off key and out of place; it did serve as another sign of the main characters evolution. There were several instances when I laughed out loud at the wit and humor found in both dialog and text. I felt the more “graphic” bits were tempered with excellent use of descriptive language and were not simply violent for violence sake. In summary, I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a new look at a timeless concept. I found it to be entertaining, illuminating and I look forward to the next installment. 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It is action packed from the very beginning and kept me in suspense the whole way through. Eric Swett has written a marvellous novel which has a fantastic plot and great character development. Apocalypse Rising has an interesting twist, as the end of the world may be near, we follow the days of one Fallen Angel, Justin, who has forgotten his life prior to falling. He is now on the run and we watch him rediscover himself again. There are plenty of people who don’t want him to regain his memories because he may have a huge affect on the world and the future! Justin is a very strong willed character and very serious. He has always wanted to save people, even before he fell. He has a kind heart and always puts others before himself. I really liked reading about Justin as he doesn’t jump head first into anything, he takes his time, looks at all options before making his decisions. He will have a huge impact on whether we all survive or not!! We meet lots of interesting characters from Elves to Warlocks, Demons and other Fallen Angels from the Host and we discover their roles in the prophecy which may be coming true. It has a bit of a biblical feel, as God has left his throne and Heavens Gates are closed, so Justine has a massive role to play in saving the world. The story takes plenty of unexpected twists and turns and will keep you enthralled to the very end!! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffantastic-start-to-an-action-packed-paranormal-series%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Fantastic%20start%20to%20an%20action%20packed%20Paranormal%20Series%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fantastic-start-to-an-action-packed-paranormal-series/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fantastic-start-to-an-action-packed-paranormal-series/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fantastic-start-to-an-action-packed-paranormal-series/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fantastic-start-to-an-action-packed-paranormal-series/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Fantastic%20start%20to%20an%20action%20packed%20Paranormal%20Series%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffantastic-start-to-an-action-packed-paranormal-series%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A short novel that's well worth a read.](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** To give you some sort of literary perspective, Apocalypse Rising is what you get when The Prophecy movies meet Terry Brook’s Word & Void series and stays firmly grounded in current times. Eric adds just enough of a slant on the traditional aspects of the elements he manipulates to keep the whole story from tumbling into a void of clichés. There is this switching of perspective that Eric tries that is rather distracting at first and because of this it took me a little bit longer to settle into the novel. Chapters involving the main character are in first-person narrative while the rest are omniscient. It’s much more jolting to read in novel form than it was when Eric ran the story as a serial on his blog. The effect wore away after about 60 pages and the characters and plot began to take hold, you don’t notice it much after that and the pieces all start to blend as parts of the narrative whole. It’s a short novel that’s well worth a read. I want to say more about it but fear any lengthy analysis may throw out spoilers that will ruin it for you. I’ll save the analysis for my notebook and close by telling you if you liked The Prophecy movies and read the likes of Terry Brooks then there is no doubt in my mind you will enjoy this story. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20short%20novel%20that%27s%20well%20worth%20a%20read.) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20short%20novel%20that%27s%20well%20worth%20a%20read.&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-short-novel-thats-well-worth-a-read%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Stunning Apocalypse story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/stunning-apocalypse-story/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** When one of my authors suggested that I read Eric’s book (and talked about it as much as her own manuscript while he was working on it) I was looking forward to adding it to the reading pile and reading it cover to cover. I ended up purchasing it on Barnes & Noble so I could have it on my Nook. I was expecting a twist on Angels that I enjoyed as much as M.C.A. Hogarth’s A Rosary of Stones and Thorns, but I was not expecting quite the roller coaster as what he wrote. Bravo Eric. It kept me up til 3 AM reading, because otherwise I would have just laid there wondering what happens next. There are some mythological/folklore beings in this book too. I was very happy to see both sides of the elven coin represented. These elves aren’t the “modern” version, but much much more true to the original ones before they were glamorized. These elves you can fear, respect, and call friend. These elves were also once stewards of the earth, so there is a lot of room for pondering. The story takes us to meet Justin, who is a fallen angel, but he’s got a secret, even from himself. That alone I found interesting. Then we get to find out WHY and who he REALLY IS. Fans of unique takes on Death will like this one. In this, Lucifer’s already been dealt with. This doesn’t mean that all’s going to be smooth though. God’s missing, and there’s someone that wants to set up angels as gods–and it’s sure not Justin. Can Justin bring on the Apocalypse and save the world (something that most would see as rather counterproductive)? I hope Eric finished up the sequel, and quickly, in what is to be a trilogy (going by what I hear). ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fstunning-apocalypse-story%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Stunning%20Apocalypse%20story) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/stunning-apocalypse-story/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/stunning-apocalypse-story/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/stunning-apocalypse-story/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/stunning-apocalypse-story/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Stunning%20Apocalypse%20story&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fstunning-apocalypse-story%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Enjoyable urban fantasy story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/enjoyable-urban-fantasy-story/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Apocalypse Rising was an enjoyable urban fantasy story I easily burned through in just a few days of part-time reading. Very well written, excellent descriptions of the setting/scene, very realistic dialogue, and easy to follow plot. Swett has created deep and well drawn bad guys; the protagonist is done very well also, especially with the added challenge of being inside his head. Secondary characters as well – they’re not cardboard cutouts. It did cross genres in a way I didn’t expect (urban fantasy into fantasy a bit), and I’m certainly not used to the present tense writing style Swett uses for the protagonist scenes, but it didn’t detract from what was a very good story line. Solid four stars, recommended. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fenjoyable-urban-fantasy-story%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Enjoyable%20urban%20fantasy%20story) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/enjoyable-urban-fantasy-story/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/enjoyable-urban-fantasy-story/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/enjoyable-urban-fantasy-story/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/enjoyable-urban-fantasy-story/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Enjoyable%20urban%20fantasy%20story&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fenjoyable-urban-fantasy-story%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Amazing First Novel](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/amazing-first-novel/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Eric Swett has burst out of the gates with an outstanding novel about the coming apocalypse. It is a completely fresh and original persepective for contemporary society. The book was hard to put down because it flowed so well you were completely caught up in the journey. Only downside is having to wait for the next installment. Eric please hurry so we know what happens to Justin and Lilly. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Famazing-first-novel%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Amazing%20First%20Novel) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/amazing-first-novel/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/amazing-first-novel/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/amazing-first-novel/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/amazing-first-novel/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Amazing%20First%20Novel&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Famazing-first-novel%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great start for the series](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-start-for-the-series/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Terrific urban fantasy that explores the seedy underworld of good and evil beneath the thin veneer of business, addiction and urban life. Once you get past some of the clunky writing (the book could use a 50% reduction in commas!), the story is fast-paced and quite engaging, with deeply fleshed-out characters, a “realistic” magic system and an underlying mythological/theological base supporting it all. It’s a surprisingly short book, but a good, quick read. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-start-for-the-series%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20start%20for%20the%20series) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-start-for-the-series/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-start-for-the-series/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-start-for-the-series/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-start-for-the-series/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20start%20for%20the%20series&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-start-for-the-series%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great fun!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fun/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This book was a thrill ride! Every chapter seems to build well on the previous one, there are some good twists and turns and obstacles to overcome. Some great surprises too. All in all I would say it was a fun-filled read and left me really wanting to continue with the story. I can’t wait until the next installment comes out! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-fun%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20fun%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fun/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fun/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fun/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fun/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20fun%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-fun%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great Fantasy Writer & Book](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fantasy-writer-book/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I am an avid fantasy book reader and can honestly say that Eric Swett’s Apocalypse Rising is one of the all-time best novels I have ever read. His storyline held my attention in a fascinating way, so that I never wanted to put it down, wanted to see what was coming up next. The title fits very well to the saga he imparts between the books’ pages. The tale and the characters show Swett’s amazing imagination and his expertise in putting it all on paper in a book format to share with the rest of us. I strongly encourage any serious fantasy reader to purchase this well-written book. I absolutely guarantee that you are in for a thrill of your life. I look forward to future novels written by Mr. Swett, and consider myself at the top of the list as one of his fans. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-fantasy-writer-book%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20Fantasy%20Writer%20%26%20Book) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fantasy-writer-book/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fantasy-writer-book/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fantasy-writer-book/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-fantasy-writer-book/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20Fantasy%20Writer%20%26%20Book&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-fantasy-writer-book%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A Mix of Fantasy and Mythology](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This suspense-filled story, with its twisting plots, is unlike anything I have ever read. It intertwines urban life and mythological characters with supernatural powers. Justin, the Fallen Angel of Death, lives beneath the streets of the city with Lilly, his girlfriend, and a group of elves who have never ventured into the unsafe world above them. The story unfolds with the disembowelment of a Wizard and the taking of his powers, leaving the Wizard community frightened. The protagonist, Justin, is trying desperately to regain his memory and lost abilities when he is asked to investigate the growing number of bizarre Wizard murders. The author keeps his audience captivated as the suspense builds while the story unfolds. Marcia Dove is the author of the Maggie McManus Murder Mysteries, Fatal Field Trip, Campus Casualty, and the soon-to-be-published Wedding Woes. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20Mix%20of%20Fantasy%20and%20Mythology) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20Mix%20of%20Fantasy%20and%20Mythology&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-mix-of-fantasy-and-mythology%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Very Entertaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-entertaining/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I found the book “A Murder of Wizards” and quick and entertaining read. I was impressed by the numerous action sequences. It was a unique mythology that highlighted the the inner conflict of the main character as well as well developed and interesting supporting characters. While I am not typically a fan of dark scenes, the quality of the writing kept me turning pages late into the night. If you are a fan of this genera you can look forward to a well crafted story. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fvery-entertaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Very%20Entertaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-entertaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-entertaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-entertaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-entertaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Very%20Entertaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fvery-entertaining%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Fun and entertaining](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-and-entertaining/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** “In ‘A murder of Wizards,’ Eric Swett delivers a gripping continuation of the Armageddon Angel Series , plunges readers deeper into a world teetering on the break of chaos. With richly developed characters and intricate world-building,swell seamlessly weaves together elements of fantasy and suspense. The stakes are higher than ever as the protagonist navigates a treacherous landscape fraught with betrayal and danger.Swett’s narrative prowess shines in the way he expertly balances action-packed sequences with moments of introspection, keeping readers on the edge of their seats throughout.As the lines between good and evil blur.”A murder of Wizards’ offers a thought- provoking exploration of morality and power with its deftly-crafted plot twist and immersive storytelling, this installment is a must-read for fans of Epic Fantasy.” ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffun-and-entertaining%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Fun%20and%20entertaining) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-and-entertaining/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-and-entertaining/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-and-entertaining/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/fun-and-entertaining/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Fun%20and%20entertaining&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Ffun-and-entertaining%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Love This Book](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-this-book/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** There is a considerable amount of character development, the pace is just spot on, and the world-building is really fantastic. This, the third book in the series, is a very pleasant read on its own because Eric Swett is able to provide the reader with just the right amount of background information. I thought the author’s writing style was enjoyable, and I couldn’t help but feel that it was something similar to the manner of Jim Butcher, who is the author of The Dresden Files. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Flove-this-book%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Love%20This%20Book) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-this-book/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-this-book/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-this-book/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-this-book/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Love%20This%20Book&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Flove-this-book%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Blend of a Magic and Mystery](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/blend-of-a-magic-and-mystery/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This book is a captivating urban fantasy that blends the thrilling investigation of wizard murders by Justin, a fallen angel and the Grim Reaper, with an action-packed, supernatural narrative. Set against an urban backdrop, the story excels in imaginative storytelling, rich character development, and a unique mix of apocalyptic and magical elements. It’s an engaging, standalone read within a series, perfect for fans of dark, inventive fantasy seeking a spellbinding blend of the mystical and the mundane. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fblend-of-a-magic-and-mystery%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Blend%20of%20a%20Magic%20and%20Mystery) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/blend-of-a-magic-and-mystery/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/blend-of-a-magic-and-mystery/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/blend-of-a-magic-and-mystery/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/blend-of-a-magic-and-mystery/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Blend%20of%20a%20Magic%20and%20Mystery&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fblend-of-a-magic-and-mystery%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Very Captivating](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-captivating/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This book was very well written with a real depth of character development. It was very easy to get into and once in, it was difficult to put down. The author takes the reader on a definite adventure. This is a great book for anyone interested in apocalyptic fiction. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fvery-captivating%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Very%20Captivating) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-captivating/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-captivating/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-captivating/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/very-captivating/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Very%20Captivating&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fvery-captivating%2F&share=email) - --- ### [This Series is a MUST read](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/this-series-is-a-must-read/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I am an avid reader of anything urban fantasy. Literally everything I can get my hands on. Not only does this book captivate you from the first page, it’s also very Dresden like with the character- – Which is a GREAT thing. I cannot wait to dive into the next book, and really hope there will be more. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fthis-series-is-a-must-read%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=This%20Series%20is%20a%20MUST%20read) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/this-series-is-a-must-read/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/this-series-is-a-must-read/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/this-series-is-a-must-read/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/this-series-is-a-must-read/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20This%20Series%20is%20a%20MUST%20read&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fthis-series-is-a-must-read%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Gripping and imaginative](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/gripping-and-imaginative/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This is an incredibly captivating and thrilling urban fantasy novel that will have you hooked from the very first page. I was completely enthralled by the unique and intriguing concept of a fallen Angel, who also happens to be Death himself, taking on the task of investigating supernatural murders. The author has masterfully created a world where ancient mythology and modern-day urban life seamlessly blend together. The protagonist, Justin, is a complex and deeply fascinating character. As one of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, his internal struggle to regain his lost abilities and memories is both gripping and emotionally charged. It is refreshing to see a character who is not only flawed but actively working towards redemption and self-discovery. The plot is fast-paced and full of unexpected twists and turns. The string of supernatural murders that Justin is asked to investigate becomes much more personal when he realizes his connection to them. This adds an extra layer to an already gripping story. The author’s ability to keep the suspense and mystery alive throughout the novel is truly impressive. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgripping-and-imaginative%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Gripping%20and%20imaginative) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/gripping-and-imaginative/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/gripping-and-imaginative/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/gripping-and-imaginative/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/gripping-and-imaginative/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Gripping%20and%20imaginative&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgripping-and-imaginative%2F&share=email) - --- ### [So riveting](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/so-riveting/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I love this book!!!! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fso-riveting%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=So%20riveting) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/so-riveting/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/so-riveting/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/so-riveting/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/so-riveting/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20So%20riveting&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fso-riveting%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Interesting book](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/interesting-book/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** A Murder of Wizards follows the Grim Reaper as he investigates to save the world instead of destroying it. The book is highly imaginative, well-written, and a page-turner that is creative, mysterious, and ominous while also being dark and disturbing. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Finteresting-book%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Interesting%20book) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/interesting-book/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/interesting-book/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/interesting-book/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/interesting-book/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Interesting%20book&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Finteresting-book%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great Story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-story/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This is a great story. Highly creative and imaginative. I highly reccomend. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-story%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20Story) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-story/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-story/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-story/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-story/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20Story&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-story%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Creativity!!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creativity/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** I love finding authors who truly know how to captivate the readers into a new world. Great great writing! Awesome job! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fcreativity%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Creativity%21%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creativity/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creativity/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creativity/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creativity/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Creativity%21%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fcreativity%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Love the world building](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-the-world-building/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** There’s a lot of good in this series, and for me, the world-building really stands out. It’s a must-read for any major fantasy reader. It’s definitely given me inspiration for my next D&D campaign! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Flove-the-world-building%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Love%20the%20world%20building) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-the-world-building/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-the-world-building/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-the-world-building/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/love-the-world-building/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Love%20the%20world%20building&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Flove-the-world-building%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great book](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Pretty well done! Recommended. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-book%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20book) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20book&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-book%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Urban fantasy epic](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/urban-fantasy-epic/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Top-shelf urban fantasy! Even though this book is well into the series it is still a greatly enjoyable read. If you like urban fantasy fiction at all you will enjoy this book ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Furban-fantasy-epic%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Urban%20fantasy%20epic) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/urban-fantasy-epic/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/urban-fantasy-epic/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/urban-fantasy-epic/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/urban-fantasy-epic/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Urban%20fantasy%20epic&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Furban-fantasy-epic%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Grim Reaper as detective in a unique, thrilling narrative.](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/grim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This book is a fascinating twist on the classic tale of the Grim Reaper. Seeing Death as a detective on a mission to save the world rather than end it was intriguing. The struggle for identity and power against the backdrop of an approaching Apocalypse added depth to the narrative. This unique take on the Grim Reaper’s role had me riveted from start to finish. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgrim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Grim%20Reaper%20as%20detective%20in%20a%20unique%2C%20thrilling%20narrative.) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/grim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/grim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/grim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/grim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Grim%20Reaper%20as%20detective%20in%20a%20unique%2C%20thrilling%20narrative.&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgrim-reaper-as-detective-in-a-unique-thrilling-narrative%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Becomes the Ultimate Detective in this Gripping Fantasy Thriller](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/becomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** “A Murder of Wizards” presents a unique twist on the traditional Grim Reaper narrative, transforming Death himself into an unlikely hero. In this captivating fantasy thriller, Death walks the earth, striving to recover his lost memories and powers as the impending Apocalypse looms. However, when a friend seeks his assistance, Death finds himself thrust into a chilling murder mystery that takes an unexpected turn: a serial killer has targeted Death himself. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fbecomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Becomes%20the%20Ultimate%20Detective%20in%20this%20Gripping%20Fantasy%20Thriller) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/becomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/becomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/becomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/becomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Becomes%20the%20Ultimate%20Detective%20in%20this%20Gripping%20Fantasy%20Thriller&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fbecomes-the-ultimate-detective-in-this-gripping-fantasy-thriller%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great Book!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-2/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** “A Murder of Wizards” was a wild ride. The book’s jam-packed with thrilling action bits that really grabbed me. What stood out was this cool, one-of-a-kind mythology that dug deep into the main character’s turmoil, not to mention the side characters were pretty dope too. Dark stuff usually isn’t my jam, but the writing was so good, it had me flipping pages way past my bedtime. If this genre’s your thing, you’re in for a treat with this well-spun tale. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-book-2%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20Book%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-2/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-2/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-2/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-2/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20Book%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-book-2%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Creative](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** The book manages to stand alone effectively within the Armageddon Angels series, showcasing the author’s skill in crafting a compelling narrative. “A Murder of Wizards” is a gripping and inventive addition to the genre, offering a unique perspective on the end of the world. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fcreative%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Creative) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Creative&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fcreative%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Let’s Go!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/lets-go/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Witty and fun in a slightly dark fashion. Another solid entry from this author. Look forward to more in the future! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Flets-go%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Let%E2%80%99s%20Go%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/lets-go/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/lets-go/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/lets-go/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/lets-go/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Let%E2%80%99s%20Go%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Flets-go%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A great story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-great-story/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This is a good read if you’re into the supernatural. The pacing may have been a little fast for me at times, but only because the author already did his world building in his previous book. Great storytelling. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-great-story%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20great%20story) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-great-story/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-great-story/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-great-story/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-great-story/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20great%20story&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-great-story%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Captivating Read](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/captivating-read/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Very captivating story! As someone who does NOT normally read in the genre, maybe I should start! 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The book capture and keeps your attention from start to finish. A unique take on an apocalyptic world with mythological and magical elements thrown in the mix! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fexcellent-read%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Excellent%20read) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/excellent-read/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/excellent-read/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/excellent-read/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/excellent-read/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Excellent%20read&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fexcellent-read%2F&share=email) - --- ### [A maelstrom of mythological creatures](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Angels? Check. Reaper? Check. Oracle? Check. Elves? Demons? Necromancers? Check check and check. It’s a wild concept and executed like a well-written DnD type of flair. It’s a bit outside my usual reading, but the concept was intriguing. Definitely will whet your urban fantasy appetite and leave you with some loose threads to follow into the next book. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=A%20maelstrom%20of%20mythological%20creatures) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/a-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20A%20maelstrom%20of%20mythological%20creatures&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fa-maelstrom-of-mythological-creatures%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Apocalyptic intrigue with a supernatural twist](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/apocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Is a vibrant read that introduces us to Justin, a fallen angel and one of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, as he struggles to regain his powers while solving supernatural murders. Eric Swett skillfully blends elements of urban fantasy with an enveloping mystery, creating a world where the celestial intertwines with the everyday. With complex characters and a plot that progresses with each page, this book is ideal for those seeking a story full of action and mystery. Undoubtedly, an exceptional addition for genre enthusiasts. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fapocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Apocalyptic%20intrigue%20with%20a%20supernatural%20twist) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/apocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/apocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/apocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/apocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Apocalyptic%20intrigue%20with%20a%20supernatural%20twist&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fapocalyptic-intrigue-with-a-supernatural-twist%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Lots of Action - Great Read!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/lots-of-action-great-read/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Pretty decent urban fantasy! This thing is a page turner. It’s fast paced and interesting. Tons of action, great twists for the fallen angel of death. I really like that his girlfriend, Lilly, has “no sight” yet can see better than anyone around. She sees “beyond”, and what a pretty cool superpower to have to aid the Grim Reaper. Perfect for living in the shadows. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started this book, but pretty quickly, I was hooked and simply had to keep reading. If you like edge-of-your-seat action, then here it is! You’ll get a unique story with unusual elements, and top of all that, it’s well written. 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It is the third book in a series, but can be read as a standalone. I really enjoyed the author’s imaginative writing style and the darkness of this book. It is everything you want in a fantasy read and more. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fcreative-dark-fantasy-novel%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Creative%2C%20dark%20fantasy%20novel) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative-dark-fantasy-novel/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative-dark-fantasy-novel/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative-dark-fantasy-novel/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/creative-dark-fantasy-novel/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Creative%2C%20dark%20fantasy%20novel&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fcreative-dark-fantasy-novel%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Highly imaginative](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/highly-imaginative/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** This is a captivating urban fantasy that explores the intriguing journey of Justin, a fallen angel who also happens to be the embodiment of Death, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. The book masterfully combines elements of mystery and fantasy, keeping readers engaged as the plot unfolds towards a climactic confrontation. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fhighly-imaginative%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Highly%20imaginative) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/highly-imaginative/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/highly-imaginative/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/highly-imaginative/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/highly-imaginative/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Highly%20imaginative&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fhighly-imaginative%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Actually pretty good little Urban Fantasy story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/actually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Lilly and Justin deal with crime and other adventures with Elves, Goblins and Monsters in an Urban Fantasy world. I have to admit, I wasn’t sure what I was in for, but this ended up being a pretty good urban fantasy story. Eric Swett can put together a good little novel, good writing and dialogue, and well paced. I sort of assumed this was YA, as its written so kids could read it, but I think adults could read it too. The only thing is Mr Swett (if you are reading this) please pay for better cover art!!! The art looks really cheap and I almost didn’t buy it because of that, but these are good books and need a good cover. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Factually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Actually%20pretty%20good%20little%20Urban%20Fantasy%20story) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/actually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/actually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/actually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/actually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Actually%20pretty%20good%20little%20Urban%20Fantasy%20story&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Factually-pretty-good-little-urban-fantasy-story%2F&share=email) - --- ### [Great book! No matter how late it got, I couldn't stop reading!](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading/) **Published:** May 28, 2025 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** What a terrific read! A Murder of Wizards: Apocalypse Rising: Year 2 features Justin, who is, in actuality, a Horseman from the Biblical book of Revelations. Author Eric Swett’s version of The Angel of Death is a gritty protagonist who’s in love with Lilly, a human girl, and trying to solve the murders of wizards, as well as trying to save Lilly’s life… and trying to convince police detectives he’s not the killer when they continually find him at the murder scenes. The character development is rich, the pacing is totally on point, and the world-building is excellent. Eric Swett also manages to give the reader just enough background information that this, the third book in the series, is a very satisfying stand-alone read. I enjoyed the author’s writing style and found it vaguely reminiscent to Jim Butcher’s style (author of The Dresden Files). A Murder of Wizards: Apocalypse Rising: Year 2 gets five stars from me and a hearty recommendation! ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F04%2Fsvg-black-final-01-112x112-1.png%3Ffit%3D96%252C96%26ssl%3D1&description=Great%20book%21%20No%20matter%20how%20late%20it%20got%2C%20I%20couldn%27t%20stop%20reading%21) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-reviews/great-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Great%20book%21%20No%20matter%20how%20late%20it%20got%2C%20I%20couldn%27t%20stop%20reading%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook-reviews%2Fgreat-book-no-matter-how-late-it-got-i-couldnt-stop-reading%2F&share=email) - --- ## Books ### [Apocalypse Rising: Armageddon Angels: Book One](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one/) **Published:** May 23, 2012 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Long ago, an Angel surrendered his memories and his power when he left Heaven behind, so that he could make a difference in the real world. A couple thousand years walking amongst the teaming masses of humanity has left him disillusioned, but he refuses to give up. He spends his time with the forgotten souls of an urban slum, making a difference wherever he can. When Justin witnesses the brutal murder of a woman at the hands of a ruthless business tycoon, he must run before his eternal life is cut short. Justin must swallow his pride in order to save himself, and the one friend he has left. The journey back to the fold is filled with danger and discovery as he finds himself in a race towards the end of the world. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fapocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F05%2FApocalypse-Rising-Armageddon-Angels-books-One.jpg%3Ffit%3D805%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Apocalypse%20Rising%3A%20Armageddon%20Angels%3A%20Book%20One) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Apocalypse%20Rising%3A%20Armageddon%20Angels%3A%20Book%20One&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fapocalypse-rising-armageddon-angels-books-one%2F&share=email) - **Book Categories:** Contemporary, Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Urban Fantasy **Book Series:** Armageddon Angels **Book Authors:** Eric Swett **Book Publishers:** Independently published --- ### [The Coming Darkness: Apocalypse Rising: Year One](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one/) **Published:** November 24, 2023 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Apocalypse Rising: The Coming Darkness is an Urban Fantasy about a fallen Angel named Justin. He just happens to be one of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the Grim Reaper himself, Death. A year has passed since he remembered who he was and what he is. He is regaining some of the abilities and memories he lost when he chose to fall to earth and live amongst humans, but he has a long way to go before he can fully reclaim his title. When Justin comes across a young girl being chased by a monster, he does what he can to save her, but he soon discovers this is no normal girl, and failing to save her will change the world forever. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fthe-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F05%2FThe-Coming-Darkness-Apocalypse-Rising-Year-One-Armageddon-Angels.jpg%3Ffit%3D805%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Coming%20Darkness%3A%20Apocalypse%20Rising%3A%20Year%20One) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Coming%20Darkness%3A%20Apocalypse%20Rising%3A%20Year%20One&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fthe-coming-darkness-apocalypse-rising-year-one%2F&share=email) - **Book Categories:** Contemporary, Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban, Science Fiction & Fantasy **Book Series:** Apocalypse Rising, Armageddon Angels **Book Authors:** Eric Swett **Book Publishers:** Independently published --- ### [The Hell Forged Wizard: An Armageddon Angels Story](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story/) **Published:** February 14, 2026 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** The Hell Forged Wizard follows the twisted journey of Matthew Finitz—a cunning sorcerer betrayed by the Angel of Death and condemned to the flames of the underworld. But Matthew isn’t one to suffer quietly. With each trial, he claws his way toward vengeance, unraveling secrets, forging infernal alliances, and daring to escape the inescapable. This standalone novella peels back the curtain on one of the villains from The Coming Darkness and A Murder of Wizards, offering readers a raw, unflinching look at how far someone will go to break free… and get even. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fthe-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F07%2FYour-paragraph-text-1.png%3Ffit%3D752%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%3A%20An%20Armageddon%20Angels%20Story) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/the-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20The%20Hell%20Forged%20Wizard%3A%20An%20Armageddon%20Angels%20Story&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fthe-hell-forged-wizard-an-armageddon-angels-story%2F&share=email) - **Book Categories:** Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Urban, Urban Fantasy **Book Series:** Apocalypse Rising, Armageddon Angels **Book Authors:** Eric Swett **Book Publishers:** Independently published --- ### [Apocalypse In the Balance: Armageddon Angels: Book Two](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two/) **Published:** August 13, 2014 **Author:** RSWPThemes **Content:** Five years have passed since the Angel of Death made a very public appearance in the middle of New Arcadia. Since then the city has become a hub of activity for the supernatural. Most people are blissfully unaware of the powerful forces at work in their city, and the darkness bubbling under the surface could not be happier.Businessman and criminal kingpin Kohaku Hitaratsu finds his world turned upside down, and he is forced to seek refuge in the slums he left behind. He no longer rules the neighborhood that was the foundation of his empire and he must find a way to survive on the streets with little more than a pickup truck to his name.When Kohaku finds his neighborhood and his newfound home under siege by monsters better found in nightmares, he chooses to stand and fight rather than simply survive.Standing up to the darkness draws the attention of forces better left alone, and Kohaku is caught in a tug of war between the all too familiar evils of his life and the light within that is struggling to get out.Friends and relatives choose sides in his struggle, but ultimately it is the love of a woman that will determine his course and could decide the fate of the world. ### Share this: - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) - - - [Share on Tumblr](https://www.tumblr.com/share "Share on Tumblr") - [![](https://i0.wp.com/assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png?w=640)](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fapocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F08%2FEric-S.-Hardcover-.jpg%3Ffit%3D805%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&description=Apocalypse%20In%20the%20Balance%3A%20Armageddon%20Angels%3A%20Book%20Two) - [ Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two/?share=nextdoor) - [ Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two/?share=reddit) - [More](#) - - [ Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two/?share=mastodon) - [ Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/apocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two/?share=telegram) - [ Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email](mailto:?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Apocalypse%20In%20the%20Balance%3A%20Armageddon%20Angels%3A%20Book%20Two&body=https%3A%2F%2Fmywriterscramp.com%2Fbook%2Fapocalypse-in-the-balance-armageddon-angels-book-two%2F&share=email) - **Book Categories:** Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Urban, Urban Fantasy **Book Series:** Armageddon Angels **Book Authors:** Eric Swett **Book Publishers:** Independently published --- ### [A Murder of Wizards: Apocalypse Rising: Year 2](https://mywriterscramp.com/book/a-murder-of-wizards-apocalypse-rising-year-2/) **Published:** November 14, 2023 **Author:** innocenteric **Content:** Apocalypse Rising: A Murder of Wizards is an Urban Fantasy about a fallen Angel named Justin. He just happens to be one of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the Grim Reaper himself, Death. Two years have passed since he remembered who he was and what he is. He is regaining abilities and memories he lost when he chose to fall to earth and live among humans, but he has a long way to go before he can fully reclaim his title. When Justin is asked by a friend to investigate a string of supernatural murders he can’t say no. 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I’m a writer. I’ll even go so far as to say I’m an author since I have published a book and some short fiction. I am the keeper of this blog and its contents. I originally started this as a place to share my writing, but it has grown into something more. From here I have written four books with another one on the way. I write book reviews and share little tidbits of my life along the way. Writing is not all that I do though. I work in IT and do a little web design on the side, but believe it or not there is even more to me than my passion and my job. Above all of that I am a husband and father. I have a beautiful wife named Tracy and three fabulous children (Zachary, Connor, and Kaitlyn). Between the four of them I have absolutely everything I really need in this world. If everything else went away and I still had them, I could die and count myself a fortunate man. I’m a Christian that believes in science and following the example set by Jesus rather than some odd evolution (see what I did there) of the faith that has publicly strayed from its beginnings. I’m a self-proclaimed Geek and I do not adhere to a single form of geekdom. I like roleplaying games, tabletop games with painted miniatures, video games, comic books, science fiction and fantasy, Star Wars, Star Trek and Doctor Who. I could fill up this page with all of the geekery I enjoy, but this short list will suffice for now. --- ## Book Publishers ### [Independently published](https://mywriterscramp.com/book-publisher/independently-published/) ---