My first published book was a short story titled Murder in Blue Lake and was the result of a “first line” writing prompt. I’d like to share what that prompt was, however as I published the story in 2016, I cannot recall it. But, just for fun, here are the opening paragraphs. "No shit, there I was, standing in front of the body...the one I'd made love to every night in my dreams. She was still beautiful, in a creepy sort of way. I couldn't believe she was dead. Her body didn't seem real...

My first published book was a short story titled Murder in Blue Lake and was the result of a “first line” writing prompt. I’d like to share what that prompt was, however as I published the story in 2016, I cannot recall it. But, just for fun, here are the opening paragraphs. "No shit, there I was, standing in front of the body...the one I'd made love to every night in my dreams. She was still beautiful, in a creepy sort of way. I couldn't believe she was dead. Her body didn't seem real...

Non-Fiction Book Editing Process Use the following editing process to make your book the best it can be. Note that typos can and do slip through, so if a reader points one out to you, thank them. Then, because you’re publishing this yourself, if you feel it’s worthwhile, correct it and upload a new version. Otherwise, keep in mind that as long as you have done the best you can, that’s all you can do.

Non-Fiction Book Editing Process Use the following editing process to make your book the best it can be. Note that typos can and do slip through, so if a reader points one out to you, thank them. Then, because you’re publishing this yourself, if you feel it’s worthwhile, correct it and upload a new version. Otherwise, keep in mind that as long as you have done the best you can, that’s all you can do.

If you're reading this, I've not given up on getting a writing and publishing habit going. However, a quick view of the last time I published here mi...

If you're reading this, I've not given up on getting a writing and publishing habit going. However, a quick view of the last time I published here mi...