Monthly Archives: October 2010

Best in Poe

Posted on October 31, 2010 by

I mentioned a few weeks ago that Innsmouth Press was having a Poe Haiku competition.  My entry came in second, entitling me to some sweet DVDs and an old-fashioned stamp. Check out all the winners by clicking here.

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Ragnorak … of Doom

Posted on October 25, 2010 by

In the early 2000′s, I used to work on an online spec fic magazine called “The Tavern Wench” with my friend Garrett Calcaterra.  One of the best features was a massive Choose-Your-Own-Adventure style story involving our mascots (a representative of … Continue reading →

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Great Writing Tool

Posted on October 21, 2010 by

I volunteered at something called Wordstock a few weekends ago.  It’s a great place for writers and readers to mingle, to listen to established writer’s ruminate on everything from what makes a good plot to how to sell your manuscript. … Continue reading →

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To NaNoWriMo or not to NaNoWriMo

Posted on October 17, 2010 by

Autumn has arrived in Portland and I am greatly enjoying it.  We’ve had some sunny weekend days, but I personally like the misty, rainy days as well.  If nothing else, they’re certainly better for being productive.  With November fast approaching, … Continue reading →

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All up in my grill like Nevermore

Posted on October 12, 2010 by

    As part of their celebration of Edgar Allen Poe this month, the folks over at Innsmouth Free Press are holding a haiku contest.  There are some sweet prizes available, including a Poe action figure to the first prize … Continue reading →

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