I create 3D digital height maps in 3Ds MAX. First, I create a black and white topography map in Photoshop, then I import it into 3Ds MAX and play around with the topography tools using a 2d plane. Third, I decorate my world with water, flora, and textures. Finally, I let my imagination free an...
I have had this reoccurring dream since I was about nine or ten years old. I started writing about it at thirteen, but my work was destroyed by a family member. I was so angry that I left writing and did not continue with it until I was twenty-nine years old. Since then, I have grown this entire...
This is a very good question.
All of my stories are continuous and have the ability to branch out in many different directions. I want my stories to be timeless and consist of new areas to explore.
I appreciate simplicity, authenticity, and bespoke design—something that captures the essence of the story. If it's part of a series, I especially enjoy seeing the cover art evolve alongside the narrative.
I use The International Handbook of Psychology in Education, which explains the effects of events and the emotions that follow. It also provides examples of cause and effect, helping me gain insight and relate more effectively.
I start by creating a flowchart and summarizing each key point. From there, I build an entire planet, complete with its own ecosystem and language. I continuously refine the plot, events, weather systems, mechanics, and physics as the world evolves. I find that typing my thoughts in Word helps...
Tituba – The Spark of Salem
In 1692 Salem, Tituba was an enslaved woman of Native American (and possibly African) heritage, owned by Reverend Samuel Parris. When young girls in the Parris household began showing strange behaviors, they accused Tituba of witchcraft.
Under extreme pressure—and...
It’s so hard finding the right starting point, especially when your character’s personal stakes come in later. Do you feel like your early story content is more focused on worldbuilding and setup? Or are you trying to stay close to the character’s wants and needs?
If the war scene feels too...
I don’t really watch TV shows anymore because I haven’t found anything that ignites my interest.
When Warehouse 13 and Bones aired, I watched every episode—and I still enjoy watching the reruns.
Movies I can watch over and over again:
Proof
I.Q.
A Beautiful Mind
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy...
You’re not alone in your fears of launching a book—whether it’s your first or your tenth. But if your story moves you, there’s a high probability it will move others as well. There might be readers quietly waiting for the exact story only you can tell.
For me, success isn’t just about sales or...
I received my Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5th. So far, I love it, but the battery life is poor. It is somewhat comfortable; however, the handheld console itself is huge, adding to the weight. The controllers are comfortable enough, but beware when snapping them back into place—you can easily pinch...