Author Archives: michaelevan28

Book and a Pint Episode 1: We Love Everyone?

Posted on March 19, 2019 by michaelevan28

James and Michael introduce the Book and a Pint podcast, talk about Combos, Floridaman, Captain Marvel, and other important topics.

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Rosemary A Johns Interview

Posted on March 19, 2019 by michaelevan28

At what point did you know you wanted to be a writer full time? Describe the journey. Writing is in my DNA: I was first published professionally when I was fourteen. I’ve been writing short stories and plays since then, … Continue reading →

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“Baroque” Writing

Posted on March 13, 2019 by michaelevan28

“Baroque” Writing by L.E. Modesitt Jr. The other day I was reading a fantasy novel that had been recommended to me by someone whose judgment I trust.  I had to force myself to finish it.  It wasn’t that the technical … Continue reading →

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Excellence in “Borrowed” or “Original” Novels?

Posted on March 13, 2019 by michaelevan28

Excellence in “Borrowed” or “Original” Novels? by L.E. Modesitt Jr. No author writes anything, even the most “original” fantasy or far-future ultra-high novel, without borrowing from somewhere.  To begin with, language, the very medium in which novels are written, contains … Continue reading →

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Patreon?

Posted on March 13, 2019 by michaelevan28

Patreon? by L.E. Modesitt Jr. Lately, I’ve run across more and more writers, singers, and other artists who have set up sites on Patreon to solicit financial support for their writing.  There are even some non-profit publications and foundations asking … Continue reading →

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Shorter Isn’t Always Better

Posted on March 13, 2019 by michaelevan28

Shorter Isn’t Always Better by L.E. Modesitt Jr. The other day I was going over some editorial corrections/suggestions sent by my editor, who was concerned that I was using too many long sentences with too many subordinate clauses.  As I’ve … Continue reading →

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Lead-Time and Instant Expectations

Posted on March 13, 2019 by michaelevan28

Lead-Time and Instant Expectations by L.E. Modesitt Jr. Quite a number of writers have a successful first book, possibly even a second… and then fade into obscurity.  There are several reasons for this.  The first is obvious.  The fact is … Continue reading →

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Jack Bloodfist: Freelancer Review by Noelle Nichols

Posted on February 27, 2019 by michaelevan28

Jack Bloodfist: Freelancer by James Jakins Review by Noelle Nichols Freelancer is the second novel following the character of Jack Bloodfist, fantasy’s most humble half-orc, half-goblin character. It’s another enjoyable read from James Jakins that shows the growth of the … Continue reading →

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Jack Bloodfist: Freelancer Review by Steve Caldwell

Posted on February 27, 2019 by michaelevan28

Review by Steve Caldwell Author: James Jakins Length: 326 Pages Publisher: Robber’s Dog Pub Release Date: April 21, 2019 (expected) Genre: Urban Fantasy I read the first book in this series, Jack Bloodfist: Fixer, last year. I found it to … Continue reading →

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Interview With Andy Peloquin

Posted on February 27, 2019 by michaelevan28

Andy Peloquin writes a lot. He has a massive and impressive output of novels, especially considering he’s only been prominent in the indie Fantasy scene since 2015. His work is also of an incredibly high quality, both from a literary … Continue reading →

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