When I first get an idea for a story, it usually starts with a single scene. For example, when I came up with the idea for The Fourth State of Matter, I had a scene in my Read more
The season of “Best of 2022” book lists is almost upon us. Right now, the Goodreads M/M Romance Group is seeking members’ nominations for their “Members’ Choice Awards.” Other lists are being compiled. Any author gets a lovely ego-boost from Read more
The Mystery of the Missing Socks The cameras were everywhere, but not even they could help Aiden and Carter find Ryan and Luke’s missing socks. It wasn’t just one missing sock or even a pair of socks (which would have Read more
On Tuesday, I’m heading out to Portsmouth, VA for GayRomLit – the annual get-together of M/M romance authors and readers. I’m both, of course. I read even more than I write, and some of my favorite authors will be there. Read more
A story needs some kind of conflict, to give it depth. In romance, we take that across a wide range, from fluffy I’m-still-a-virgin or I-missed-his-birthday to all kinds of deep trauma. LA Witt likes to call it “suffersauce” as she Read more
I had an ABSOLUTE bomb of a time at the UK Meet. Despite my worries, I didn’t wedge myself under the table and refuse to come out. Craic was had, food was enjoyed, a worldbuilding panel was delivered quite successfully! Read more