by acackler | Feb 3, 2022 | General
Well, as many of you know, I began querying Little Owl in earnest about two weeks ago. And let me tell you, it’s hell. Querying a novel is literally setting yourself up for daily rejection, but it’s the only way to get into traditional publishing. So I...
by acackler | Feb 2, 2022 | General
So my critique partner (and all time best internet friend) Cassie Swindon got a few beta comments on her latest draft saying a character lacked depth. This is an example of fantastic advice from a beta reader because it helps the author pinpoint where a little more...
by acackler | Jan 26, 2022 | General
Someone asked a question on Facebook today that really got me thinking. That’s what I love about online communities. They make me look at the various aspects of story telling in different, specific ways. I don’t think I have ever thought much about WHERE...
by acackler | Jan 20, 2022 | A Song of Giants, Extras
An excerpt from A Song of Giants Part 2: A City of Lies. A new character, Darius, has just been introduced, and he wants to help Nora and Eoghan get to New Haven. “Why don’t you sit with us a while,” Nora said. “Drink your beer and tell us your story. A wealthy trader...
by acackler | Dec 30, 2021 | A Song of Giants, Digital Art
Guys, I’m really digging this Procreate thing. It is making it so easy for a hobby artist with minimal skill create gorgeous art, including this scene set on the Marsh Road! It’s long been a dream of mine to be able to draw my characters and scenes, but I...
