I returned home late yesterday from JordanCon, after a terrific weekend.  The folks at the con treated me wonderfully and I had a chance to visit with my old friend, Jana Oliver, and to meet new friends Brandon Sanderson, Eugie Foster, and Harriet MacDougal (Robert Jordan's widow).  Because I returned home late, Diana Pharaoh Francis took my ( Read more... )

Later today I'm heading down to Atlanta for JordanCon, where I am this year's Literary Guest of Honor.  I'm excited about the convention -- it looks like there will be some great writing-oriented programming, and the other guests include Brandon Sanderson, Eugie Foster, and my wonderful friend, Jana Oliver.  If you happen to be in the area, please ( Read more... )

Today's post on characterization, can be found at the blogs of my good friend Jana Oliver.  Jana is a terrific writer and a wonderful convention presence.  She knows the business, she knows her craft, and she has a sharp sense of humor.  Her blogs can be found at http://janaoliver.blogspot.com and http://cymreiges.livejournal.com.  I hope you'll ( Read more... )

Road weary.  Long day of driving ( Read more... )