Photo by Markus Spiske: https://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-photo-of-matrix-background-1089438/  As an indie author, protecting your intellectual property in a world of digital piracy and widespread unauthorized distribution is no easy feat. With the recent rise in visibility of platforms like the LibGen database, which provides free access to pirated books, it’s becoming increasingly clear that copyright laws and the…

Some words arrive unexpectedly—unattached to any story, yet too vivid to be left unwritten. Over time, I’ve found myself collecting these fragments of poetry, pieces that don’t belong in my novels but still deserve a life of their own in the world. My blog has already welcomed one of these wandering verses, but Fragments of Frost…

I’ve always leaned toward traditional publishing practices when it comes to beta and ARC readers, so my circle of readers is small — but their feedback is invaluable. The insights I’ve received so far have been thoughtful, detailed, and deeply encouraging. Here’s a glimpse of what a couple of my early readers had to say…

 “Through writing, I strive to transport readers to another world, to merge their mind and heart with another being, to inspire, motivate, and deepen understanding. To earn my place in this world by living modestly through this work alone—this is my dream, my goal, and my honor.” – Lawrence Nault If you have seen the…