Tag: Project IOLF

Awesome Portal Fantasy Novels that Spark the Imagination

Awesome Portal Fantasy Novels that Spark the Imagination

The first Portal Fantasy I ever read was Yon Ill Wind by Piers Anthony. It’s part of his Xanth series. (Not all of which are portal fantasies, though several include whisking unsuspecting mundane folk into the magical land of puns). In the book, a family vacation goes horribly wrong when a strong wind sweeps their …

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The Mystical Island Trilogy Boxset is on Sale Now!

The Mystical Island Trilogy Boxset is on Sale Now!

When a mysterious island appears off the coast of San Francisco, two intrepid academics risk everything to discover its secrets. Catilen Taylor has struggled all her life with the ability to sense others’ emotions. Damian Cooke studies an ancient art he calls ‘magic.’ The island boasts an idyllic retreat, ruled by the enigmatic Sentomoru, who …

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What’s Coming Up in 2018?

What’s Coming Up in 2018?

Welcome to the new year everyone! I’ve already talked about my goals for this year, but I figured I should follow up with a release schedule. It’s always good to know what’s coming, and I’ve been bad about this in past years (sorry about that). Last year, I tried to release something every month. And …

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2018 Is Here!

2018 Is Here!

2017 was a good year. I did a lot of things I wanted to do, some things I never expected to do, and learned how to move forward on my path, both professionally and personally. Every time something good happened this year, I wrote it on a scrap of paper and slid it into my …

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Don’t Allow Fear to Influence Your Story

Don’t Allow Fear to Influence Your Story

I’ve noticed a disturbing trend among video game plots lately. Writers start down a path, digging their fingers into the dirt and grime of untouched territory, only to pull back at the last moment. What starts as a journey toward an unconventional ending always ends the same; safely, with the outcome everyone expects. It’s frustrating. …

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The Productivity Roadblock

The Productivity Roadblock

I’ve been asked a lot lately how to get started writing novels. Which is cool, because people must think I know what I’m doing. My advice is almost always the same; when you first start out, there’s value in writing every day. You need to build some kind of writing discipline, a dedicated writing habit. …

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