The Feedback Loop

Knowing when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em.

“A Persuasive Illusion”

When it comes to historical fiction, it’s vital to get the facts right.

Reading on the Road

The particular joy of vacation books.

this is what happens…

A poetic rumination.

The Ones We Love to Hate

Why I like unlikable characters.

You Can’t Make This Stuff Up

Bad Questions, the autobiographical fallacy, and me.

Mark My Words

On the many ways to keep your place in the pages.

A Writer by Any Other Name

Why do we struggle to call ourselves what we are?