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Fifteen years of writing updates, behind-the-scenes, and whatever else is on my mind.

2016

Walking Shinjuku - Japan Day Two

On my second day in Japan, I explored the area around my hotel, Shinjuku and Shinjuku Gyeon Park.

Five Reasons I Give Up On A Book

I've stopped reading more books in the past five years than I've finished. Here's why.

October 2016 Goals

Setting business and personal goals for the month of October and looking back at September.

How I Eased Into My Trip To Japan - Day One

The first day of my trip to Japan was a doozy! I can't believe how much I did! Here's the lowdown on Day One of my trip.

Happy 3rd Anniversary In Publishing!

Hooray! It's my third anniversary of being a publishing author! Here are all my positive and negative takeaways from this third year of publishing.

Book Chat #27 - Two Scifi Recommended Reads Plus John Scalzi and Robert J. Sawyer Audiobooks

In this Book Chat, GOLDEN SON by Pierce Brown, WWW:WONDER by Robert J. Sawyer, and THE LAST COLONY by John Scalzi.

Recommended Read - IZANAMI'S CHOICE By Adam Heine

I loved IZANAMI'S CHOICE, and if you loved the Nogiku Series, you'll love it too. Samurai vs. robots! Hard times for androids in Meiji-era Japan.

September 2016 Goals

Setting business and personal goals for the month of September and looking back at August.

Recommended Read - RED RISING By Pierce Brown

I was blown away by RED RISING and I just HAD to tell you about it!

Heading To Japan!

I'm heading out to Japan! Be back soon!

Christmas In Japan

Let's take a look at how Christmas is celebrated in Japan!

PETS IN SPACE!!

Join the adventure as 9 of today’s leading SFR authors combine their talents and deliver nine original action-adventures in space that you won’t forget. #PetsInSpace

Where I Write - A Look At My Workspaces

Want to see where I write? I think you'll be surprised where I get the words in!

Top 5 Japanese Winter Destinations

Need to cool off? Here are my top five winter destinations in Japan!

Fixing My WP Scheduling

I'm working on fixing WP so that it sends out my scheduled posts on time.

Nabe: Japan's Winter Hot Pot

When the weather gets cold, there's nothing better than a big bowl of soup! Learn more about nabe, Japan's winter hot pot.

August 2016 Goals

Setting business and personal goals for the month of August and looking back at July.

How Not To Give A F*ck - Temper Your Expectations

In this continuing series on How Not To Give A F*ck About Your Book Rejections, Bad Reviews, and Disappointing Sales, let's get real and manage our expectations ahead of time.

How To Read For Cheap Or Free Without Pirating!

I have a comprehensive list of ways to read for free or cheap. You'll want to check it out!

My Top 10 Japanese Snacks

Japan has some of the best and most unique snacks in the world! Here are my top 10 Japanese snacks. Mmmm!