Genre is how publishers pigeonhole you. It is the publishing version of typecasting. You are better than that. Spread your wings. Don’t be a pigeon. Be the eagle. #writing #pulblishing

What was the last book that was off-your-favorite-genre that you’ve read which you’ve enjoyed? #book #reading

“Not everyone has a good sense of humor. That’s your opportunity to sell them one.” #writing #humor

I love how VPs of Acquisition leave voice mails. Either they have no clients and must cold-call, they are a company of one, or they run a website in their spare time. #writing #publishing #acquisition

I have been remiss. I haven’t thanked you lately for putting up with me, and my sense of humor–such as it is, and my mind-dumps. Thank you all who do so, interact, and get something from my existence on here. More thanks to those who have purchased and read my books. You’re appreciated. Thank you.

Many lists have “honorable mention”s. What about the dishonorable ones?

Bad ideas are easy to come by, but difficult to dispose of. — ancient proverb I just made up

Being less effective now lets you’ll be more effective later. #life #success

“If someone asks you a yes/no question, be the Oracle. Say something vague and let them make up their own answer. That will get you through most of life.” #writing #throwawayline #gamedev

“He was listing twenty-three degrees to port––seventeen away from the sherry.” #writing

What should I get for lunch? Burger, wings, or salad? Decisions…decisions.

Being successful is easy. Just do more of what everyone wants you to do.. The problem is, being successful doesn’t make you a better human. #life

“You should really write down the core rules to your life.” #writing #throwawayline

“When people complain, it’s rarely about them.” #writing

I should reread some Simon Hawke. #books #reading

The Gathering: I haven’t posted much about them recently. Mote’s kittens are old enough to take in for surgery. They’ve taken over the house and are becoming interested in the outside world. #feral #cat

Oktoberfest stuff is out already. Way too soon.

Remember to have fun. Life is only as serious as people make it. #life

Sometimes you have to take more than steps. #life

“Drunks of the earth have their own harmony.” #writing #throwawayline

“The older you get, the less you tolerate idiots. Stupidity is for the young. The problem is, not everyone grows up.” #writing

“Most don’t let their heart lead their head. They bow to emotion. “ #writing

Complicated is not the same as progress.

Back in my day, we had a wilderness.