What is fantasy? According to the book Children’s Literature Briefly by Tunell and Jacobs, there are six main motifs or elements to fantasy writing. The first and most important is magic or a violation of the physical laws of nature. From … Continue reading →
It was December, 1987. Casting call had gone out to South Albany High School for The Sound of Music. I don’t know whether it was encouragement from my friend, Eric Wyatt, or just because I loved to sing and loved … Continue reading →
So, it’s Throw Back Thursday today, and my publisher suggested showing some 4th of July photos. As I looked through the pictures, I realized that my family is privileged to live in a small town that celebrates the 4th of … Continue reading →
Yesterday was my first art class of the summer. Last summer was the first time I taught drawing. I found it was a rewarding experience. I was able to give back to the field. In my journey as an artist … Continue reading →
Tornado. The thought can strike fear into the bravest of soul if you live in Tornado Alley. I can remember about three tornados in my life spent in Iowa. My first stands out in my mind the most, because fear … Continue reading →
Thanks to Karen’s Got Mail, I am part of a giveaway! In celebration of the pre-order of Dragon’s Future book 1 of Dragon Courage series, we will be doing a giveaway of a metal photo print of Dragon’s Future book … Continue reading →
I sat staring at the computer screen in total disbelief! It couldn’t be. My mouth hung open, my brain trying to digest what my eyes were telling it. Earlier in the day, I had sat with five boys–three eight-year-olds, and … Continue reading →
Out on the playground you meet a person. You play four-square, tether ball, tag, and who knows what all and become friends. You ride bikes together, spend the night at each other’s house, and share secrets. As the years pass, … Continue reading →
The List. That Signified Finality. The Journey. That Would Span The Globe. The Sacrifice. That Would Decide The Outcome. The Choice. That Could Unleash Evil On Earth. The End Is Only The Beginning… “You have terminal cancer.” London Patterson, a … Continue reading →
In the summer of 2009, I sat down and took the time to double-side print Dragon’s Future, Dragon’s Heir, Dragon’s Revenge, and Dragon’s Cure from my HP inkjet printer. Then I three-holed punched them all and put them into a … Continue reading →
