Well, my plan to post a monthly update didn't quite work out, but two-plus months later, here I am again. ( This is what's been going on. )

This is no longer news for many of you, but for those who haven't heard: I have a new nephew! His name is Owen, he was born on July 24, and I can't wait to meet him ( Read more... )

In 2008, I ( continued my tradition of doing things. )

The conference is over, and I'm exhausted but pleased. The agent pitch session went well. I got to speak to the two agents I most wanted to talk to, with a positive response from both. Now, to put this in the proper perspective, I believe writers were getting requests to send something more often than not. The agents are probably thinking that ( Read more... )

Another day of a packed schedule and a packed brain. skneal asked if it's been worth it. Yes, I'm really glad I'm here, and I'm getting my money's worth ( Read more... )

The first day of the San Francisco Writers Conference was a whirlwind, and a lot of fun. I was in conference activities nonstop from 10am to 10pm. A few highlights, briefly ( Read more... )

Off I go! Conference stories when I have some. For now, a photo and story I posted to Flickr yesterday.

Too long since I last posted, busy, excuses, blah blah. Okay, now onto actual content in the form of a long list of updates ( Read more... )

Five weeks until the San Francisco Writers Conference, and I have a lot to do to get ready. ( A list: )