Flash Fiction – The Gift
Jess picks up a stranger, standing at the cemetery gates on Christmas Eve who seems to have gifts for everyone he meets.
Flash Fiction – The Cliff
Your face appeared above the edge of the cliff framing the breathtaking view of emerald flatlands, undulating into foothills, ultimately erupting into a snow-covered mountainscape. Your hair was silver-gray, short and straight; not at all what I...
Your Big Book Fair Mistake
Do book fairs depress you? Here’s some advice from a marketing guy with over four decades of experience selling stuff. You’re doing it wrong.
A Wink and A Smile
My winning entry in the NYC Midnight Flash Fiction Contest. A burnt-out detective traces missing kids to a toy store with a powerful secret and an alluring proprietor who makes him an offer he can’t refuse.
The Wind Beneath My Wings
Life is more fun when you have a partner to share it with. My adult life has been infinitely richer with Colleen by my side.
The Hero’s Journey
Does it ever feel like we consume the same stories told over and over again? We do. And here’s the blockbuster formula.
Jess on the Big Screen?
What would Jess and Ali be like on the Big Screen? Here’s the opening scene frm CHASING KARMA written for film in screenplay format.
Time to Create That Audiobook
If you haven’t yet launched an audio version of your latest book, now is the time. Audiobook sales are booming.
Flash Fiction – The Veteran
The best cops are social workers, psychologists and good listeners. In this flash fiction probationary officer Jessica Ramirez is all three.
Creating Content That Works
Understanding the psychology social media content consumption can help you create compelling posts that attract attention and encourage sharing.
Under the Covers
A compelling book cover can compel people to flip to the first page. Here’s how I created mine.
Planning a Book Launch
Here’s a no-nonsense checklist to spin up a memorable launch campaign that will sell books.