Reading and Reeling #3: Mythopoeia

March 29, 2025

I recently read Mythopoeia as a part of a leisure class I'm taking on Tolkien. For the uninitiated, Tolkien penned this poem in response to C.S. Lewis's assertion that myths were "lies breathed through silver." Click the link below to check out my thoughts on this fantastic poem and how I view modern SFF in light of it.

Mythopoeia

ATTENTION: Southwest Louisiana Book People!

March 15, 2025

If you live in or near Lake Charles and are interested in reading or writing, check out The Charmed Page Bookstore on Hodges Street! It has recently opened its doors and has bestselling books, used books, books written by local authors, rooms to write books, and more! Check out the store's site at the link below.

The Charmed Page

Reading and Reeling #2: The Emperor's Soul

March 1, 2025

This is the first work by Brandon Sanderson that I've read, and I had to take the opportunity to comment on it.

Review

Reading and Reeling #1: Silo Season 2

February 22, 2025

Welcome to the first entry of Reading and Reeling, where I share my thoughts on various books, movies, and shows as I read and watch them.

Review

New Character Images

February 18, 2025

It's tough being keeping content up while I'm on submission for Fear of the Sky and still very much in the middle of writing my next story. But I never get tired of trying to make my characters come alive with the help of modern technology. Be sure to check out the latest in images. I hope to have a more substantial update soon!

Images

New Images added!

January 15, 2025

I've added a couple of concept images and a map to my collection. Be sure to check them out.

Images

How I started Writing

January 7, 2025

Motivations, Getting Started, and the Bumps in the Road

Blog

unexpected Inspiration

December 04, 2024

A few unexpected things inspired me this year, and I thought it’d be fun to share.

Blog

Bayou Writers' table at Chuck Fest

October 19, 2024

If you are in or around Lake Charles today, swing by Chuck Fest and visit the Bayou Writers Group's table. Several members will be selling books, so it's a great chance to support local authors. Learn more about Chuck Fest and how it helps support local restaurants and artists at the link below.

Chuck Fest

Alpha/Beta Readers Wanted!

September 27, 2024

I'm seeking any and all types of readers for feedback on my work in progress, There Remains an Ember. Click on the link below to learn more about the story and what you need do to sign up!

Project Page

ATTENTION: Southwest Louisiana Writers!

September 11, 2024

If you're a writer searching for support in or around Lake Charles, join the Bayou Writers' Group for our monthly meeting on Saturday, September 21, at the Calcasieu Library. Subscribe to our email list using the link below to receive updates as the meetings approach.

Bayou Writers

Art/Images Page Update

September 1, 2024

I've updated my site's art page to include more than twenty new AI-generated images, each complete with commentary about how well it fits my vision for my first two novels. Be sure to check it out.

Art/Images

New Blog

August 28, 2024

Yes, I've been gone for a while. But it was for good reason. Check out my latest blog to learn more about the challenges I've faced while writing my second book.

New Layout!

August 27, 2024

I'm happy to launch a new website layout. The look and feel are mostly the same, but now, the latest writing updates, blogs, and other news will be displayed on the home page.

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