Lately, as I write and research, I find myself caught in quiet arguments with myself—turning over questions about creativity, machines, and what makes something meaningful. These thoughts aren’t just abstract; they shape how I build worlds, characters, and systems in my fiction. One recurring question keeps surfacing: if something not human can create, what does…
In today’s rapidly changing publishing landscape, many indie authors are questioning whether traditional Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) programs still serve their intended purpose. As an author and industry observer, I’ve noticed several concerning trends that suggest it might be time for a significant overhaul of this long-standing practice. Photo by Vincenzo Malagoli: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-reading-book-and-holding-coffee-1550648/ Why the…
Welcome to the first episode of Stone and Signal. This post includes two parts: the Essay, a written reflection that expands on the themes explored in the episode, and the Transcript, a full written version of the audio. Whether you prefer to read, listen, or both, I invite you to pause for a moment and…
The Unseen Engine: How Generative AI Powers Modern Life – Part 3 In today’s polarized conversations around AI, we often hear from four main groups: those who support AI, those who oppose it entirely, those specifically against generative AI, and those who simply don’t care. Among those critical of generative AI, we increasingly see a…
The Unseen Engine: How Generative AI Powers Modern Life – Part 2 In today’s polarized conversations around AI, we often hear from four main groups: those who support AI, those who oppose it entirely, those specifically against generative AI, and those who simply don’t care. Among those critical of generative AI, we increasingly see a…
The Unseen Engine: How Generative AI Powers Modern Life – Part 1 In today’s polarized conversations around AI, we often hear from four main groups: those who support AI, those who oppose it entirely, those specifically against generative AI, and those who simply don’t care. Among those critical of generative AI, we increasingly see a…
“When the gods fell silent, we invented algorithms. When the prophets disappeared, we logged on.” Once Upon a Time, We Needed Meaning Once, humans gathered around fires to whisper about gods and monsters. The thunder wasn’t just noise; it was the fury of a sky god. Illness wasn’t random; it was punishment or possession….
As I embrace the life of a hermit, a recluse, and a writer, I find myself engaging more deeply with the world through ideas, not presence. These ideas don’t always arrive fully formed—they come in fragments, in twilight hours, in dreams I half-remember. You’ll find them in my books, my quiet thoughts, and sometimes, in…