Don't take off your blindfold. Don't look at them. I've been geeking out ever since it was announced back in October that Bird Box, the 2014 post-apocalyptic novel by Josh Malerman, is making its movie debut on December 21st. For those who haven't read it, Bird Box is an outstanding work of suspense. Last spring, I … Continue reading Bird Box is now a Netflix Movie!
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The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 9: Engine Company 513 (Part 2)
Welcome! Once a week for the past three months, I've published chapters from my current and first horror WIP, The Swarm and the Flyer. Tonight, I'm bringing this series to a close. I want to refine my work and figure out better ways to open up some dialogues with other aspiring writers. Will you join me? … Continue reading The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 9: Engine Company 513 (Part 2)
The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 9: Engine Company 513 (Part 1)
Welcome back to my weekly writing series, in which I publish chapters from my current and first horror WIP, The Swarm and the Flyer. This will be my second-to-last chapter post for this series, after which I will return to editing my two current novels and building my writing network through blogging. I look forward to … Continue reading The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 9: Engine Company 513 (Part 1)
The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 6: The Semi (Part 2)
Persistence is the key to becoming a successful writer. I'm getting the hang of this. I've been showing up and writing five days a week, which is a great start in pursuing my writing career. However, my next goal is to make my blog into a stronger platform, one where networking and swapping comments are … Continue reading The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 6: The Semi (Part 2)
The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 4: Tuneups in the Dark
Welcome back to my Thursday night creative writing series! Thank you for taking some time out of your busy schedule to check out my latest work of fiction, The Swarm and the Flyer. If you enjoy old-school horror, some gore and action, post-apocalyptic fiction with strong leads and an unusual amount of emotional depth, then this … Continue reading The Swarm and the Flyer – Chapter 4: Tuneups in the Dark
The Swarm and the Flyer: Chapter 3 (Part Two)
Welcome back to my post-apocalyptic series! If you haven't heard, my two most recent novels are all about Rayland Mark Calderón trying to escape the Swarm, a flock of cloud-like creatures that have wiped out much of the human race with their deadly sonic wave attacks. The only problem is, Rayland is outrunning the Swarm … Continue reading The Swarm and the Flyer: Chapter 3 (Part Two)
The Swarm and the Flyer Excerpt
Hey there, welcome back to You Young Adult Nostalgic. Tonight I'd like to share a bit more from my latest work, The Swarm and the Flyer. For those who haven't yet heard or read, The Swarm and the Flyer is book one in my postapocalyptic diptych. Huh, say what now?! Diptych! You know, two halves of the same … Continue reading The Swarm and the Flyer Excerpt
Writer’s Update, Submissions, and “Visions”
An evening of freezing rain calls for a writer's update, the first I've done in too long! First, I wanted to let you all know that I'm going to start accepting submissions for reviews of your book. Yes, your book! I was graced with the opportunity to start writing book reviews for The Book Review … Continue reading Writer’s Update, Submissions, and “Visions”
Blog Update: Beta Reading and Writing Projects
Hey everyone! I wanted to provide a quick update on my blogging platform. I'll wrap up tonight's post with my hopes and plans for beta reading, as well as how I can help you in your editing efforts. Onward! The Old Initially, I created "You New Adult Nostalgic" to share my fiction, network with other writers, … Continue reading Blog Update: Beta Reading and Writing Projects
Aural Autumn: Queen of the Rodeo
What does it take to write 50,000 words in the month of November? Perseverance, flexibility, a constant desire to balance writing time with work and family, and, maybe most important of all, a story that's deeply personal to you. These are the elements that, for me, have made my first two forays into National Novel … Continue reading Aural Autumn: Queen of the Rodeo
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