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Patreon Patrons
I have recently created a Patreon page, where I will be posting about my works-in-progress, and indeed sharing draft chapters as things move forward.
I want to express my deepest thanks to those who have joined the Gold Level of my noble Patrons.
Bradley Rader
Author Archives: Sarah Beach
Celebrating a Life
Last night at the Writers Guild Theater, there was a memorial for my friend Blake Snyder. Actually, they titled the event a “Celebration of Life”, and it certainly was that. I managed to arrive a few minutes ahead of the … Continue reading
I’m Entitled to Have You Read My Manuscript!
(Originally posted on LiveJournal) A screenwriting columnist for the Village Voice has written a rant about a graceless wannabe writer who consumed a chunk of time for the columnist. Remember, it is the Village Voice so the language is not … Continue reading
Website Update August 26, 2009
At long last, I’ve managed to do some updating on the ScribblerWorks website! Whew! First off, there’s the new front page, with a picture of myself gracing it (a photo that doesn’t even alarm me!). I seem to have screwed … Continue reading
Posted in Website Updates
Tagged Books, Christmas Cards, Dragon, Friends, James A. Owen, Website
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Losing a Good Friend
There’s nothing like the unexpected news of the death of a friend to shake you (unless it is such news of a member of your family). Yesterday, my friend Blake Snyder passed away. For many, he was the best example … Continue reading
Enthusiasm For Storytelling
(Originally posted on LiveJournal) I occasionally coach other writers, especially those taking beginning steps. One of my rules of thumb is that if the person has a passion for story, they can eventually learn the craft — if they are … Continue reading
Adventures at Mythcon 40
After nearly two years of planning, especially the last two months that were filled with tasks, Mythcon 40 finally arrived. I went over to the campus on the day before, as a number of attendees, including our Guests of Honor, … Continue reading
Posted in Conventions
Tagged Art, Conventions, Diana Pavlac Glyer, Dragon, James A. Owen, Muse, Mythcon, Sue Dawe
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The Heart of Mythcon
(Originally posted on LiveJournal) There is much that I could say, but for right now, I am facing the last few hours of Mythcon 40. It has been a glorious weekend and one that I shall treasure for a long, … Continue reading
Posted in Conventions
Tagged C.S. Lewis, Diana Pavlac Glyer, Inklings, J.R.R. Tolkien, James A. Owen, Mythcon, Mythopoeic Society
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“I Love It When a Plan Comes Together!”
(Originally posted on LiveJournal) Mind you, I never watched The A-Team. It never quite hit the right note for me back in the day. But, the line is a useful one. Anyway, I am pausing in my Mythcon preparations to … Continue reading
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Tagged Diana Pavlac Glyer, James A. Owen, Mythcon, Mythopoeic Society
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What Are You Covering?
(Originally posted on LiveJournal) A friend posted a link to a company blog about “Cover letters from hell”. There are some amazingly funny missives presented on it. You can check it out at http://www.killianadvertising.com/coverletters.html. The bit that really caught my … Continue reading
More “Fun” From Self-Publishing
(Originally posted on LiveJournal) The thing about self-publishing, especially the print-on-demand route, is getting the word out about your book. And getting it available. Even if you mention it and link to the book’s page a lot on the internet, … Continue reading
