Fantasy Map Making
Fantasy MapMaking Software for Authors
I mentioned in the last post 2 Ways to Make Fantasy Maps in Photoshop, that I, as the title says, use Photoshop to make my fantasy maps. But, I am...
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2 Ways to Make Fantasy Maps in Photoshop
I got into making fantasy maps because I needed them for my books but, I couldn’t afford to hire a designer. That’s kinda been the case for most of my...
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Writing Epic Dark Fantasy Books (Big Cast in Big Worlds)
I’ve learned to never say I won’t write something. I used to say I’ll never write romance. Now, most of my books have a romantic subplot. I didn’t used to...
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Book Publishing
Should Authors Read Their Book Reviews?
Whether or not authors should read their own book reviews has been a topic written about a lot. Some people say yes. Most people say no. Honestly, it’s up to Read more…
Infrared Photography
Creating Fantasy Landscapes with Infrared Photography
I enjoy photos that look like they were taken on an epic fantasy quest. Hiking is kinda like a fantasy adventure only your reward isn’t a world-saving talisman but a Read more…
Hiking Adventures
What to Pack in Your Day Hiking Bag?
The weather’s getting nice. It may be time to pack that hiking bag and take a day trip. Hiking is fun, most of the time. But it’s not about just Read more…
Landscape Photography
Capturing Beautiful Nature Photos at Boring Locations
If you’ve been on Instagram long enough, you’ve probably come across more than a few beautiful nature photos. I get a little jealous, wishing I could visit those places and Read more…
Fantasy World Building
A Guide to Creating Fantasy Plants and Animals
You don’t have to reinvent the wheel when creating your fantasy plants and animals. I gave some inspirational ideas in the post World Building: Creating Fantasy Animals and Creatures. Add Read more…
Hiking Adventures
3 Hiking Books For New Day Hikers
I started my “hiking” journal when I discovered The Walk Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie. To put it mildly, I took a 3-hour train to go on a long walk Read more…
Indie Authors
What I’ve Learned From 10 Years of Blogging
I started blogging in 2011 because all the experts said that’s what authors should do. The journey has not been what I’ve expected, it never is, but I’ve come to Read more…
