The Magic of Books & Paintings
As I was staring at a painting by a local San Diego artist while pausing from editing my fantasy novel, I was struck by the connection between paintings and books. I’m speaking beyond picture books and graphic novels, and even cover design and fantasy maps. There are paintings inspired by books and books inspired by paintings. Although of different mediums, […]
Happiness
In many cultures, cranes are a symbol of happiness. It’s been five months into the COVID-19 pandemic and happiness is a slippery thing. Still, we have to find and hold on to it wherever and whenever we can. For me, it’s my book, RESET. I began it in April 2017 after a very frustrating night […]