On Human Beings are Fiction
On Human Beings are Fiction We’ve all heard the expression, “You write your own story,” or a version thereof. And while this is true in the context that our lives…
Cracking the Webcomics Code – Thoughts
For what seems like ages, I’ve wanted to get back into webcomics. I briefly had one when I aired the first issues of Axiom-man many years back (along with some…
Why You Need a Newsletter
Why You Need a Newsletter This article was originally published November 28, 2016 on the Operation Awesome Blog. The Internet is a painfully crowded place, especially these days. I remember…
The Meaning Behind Canister X
The Meaning Behind Canister X “Canister X” is an unusual name for a blog. There’s a story behind why that name was chosen. It’s not a terribly exciting story, but…
Why You Should Stop Selling Your Book (and Do Something Better)
Why You Should Stop Selling Your Book (and Do Something Better) This article was originally published July 7, 2016 on the Operation Awesome Blog. Now, repeat after me: selling your…
Convention Basics: Five Tips to Make Your Book Stand Out
Convention Basics: Five Tips to Make Your Book Stand Out This article was originally published January 7, 2016 on the Operation Awesome Blog. With so many writers these days focusing…
Why I Quit the Publishing Industry and Opted to Just Make Books Instead
Why I Quit the Publishing Industry and Opted to Just Make Books Instead Well, we’ve really done it, haven’t we? And we’re all to blame, every one of us. Writers,…
Canister X Book Review #2: L.A. Stalker by David L. Kilpatrick
L.A. Stalkerby David L. Kilpatrick4 out of 5 Pandora Collins, one of Hollywood’s most famous movie stars, has a stalker. To eliminate the threat, she hires a hitman to pop…
Can You Just Start A Publishing Company?
Can You Just Start A Publishing Company? This entry was prompted because I’ve come across it more than once. Three times, to be exact, so I figure it’s worth blogging…