"A visceral, haunting collection that punches between beauty and terror, gore and catharsis, fury and justice."
Book Review: Strange Animals by Jarod K. Anderson
I had to write another book review, because oh my gosh, Strange Animals by Jarod K. Anderson turned out to be the story I've been looking for since I watched and fell in love with my favorite show, Mushishi. I already knew I'd found similarity in The Cryptonaturalist, Anderson's scripted podcast, but the narrative of Strange Animals expands on that established universe, highlighting the pacifist and coexistent attitude toward nature and difference I've long sought, especially in my own fiction. Which is to say, if you've enjoyed The Hopeful Wanderer, you will love Strange Animals.
Announcing Summer’s 2026 In-Person Events
I made my first appearance of the year at the Readiculous Summer Book Fair! Since I wasn't 100% confident I would make the event, I didn't announce my attendance until the day of. But I got myself there, and I'm glad I did!
Writing the Mother Road Route 66 Anthology Cover Reveal (and Purchase Link!)
Read my near-future, soft-apocalypse western short "Two Sixes" in this wonderful new anthology, in which a caravan leader must work out a deal with a small town on Route 66 ravaged by drought or lose everything she's worked for since the end of the world.
Book Review: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman
Okay, fine, I read Dungeon Crawler Carl. With its bright, splashy cover art and dedication of a full end cap to the series at my local Barnes & Noble, this LitRPG series by Matt Dinniman has exploded onto the scene seemingly out of nowhere for me. That's when you know the hype momentum has built to a head, when I finally take notice.
Happy 13 Years to Word Nerd Scribbles!
WordPress told me today is the thirteenth anniversary of my blog. Thirteen years!
Hopeful Wanderer Proof Copy!
I can't post this announcement until after Christmas, because this is a super secret BIG surprise for my parents, so I'm scheduling this post to go up the day after. But as of writing this in mid-November, I've just ordered the proof copy for The Hopeful Wanderer!
It’s an Update Blog Post, Baby
(Oh, boy, does writing one of these feel indulgent. No writing wisdom, no original fiction, no insightful reviews. Just you and me and the way blogging used to be: someone talking about themselves.)
The Hopeful Wanderer — Evidence of a Struggle
Long, long metal teeth reddened with rust surrounded the kneeling form of an old man...
Writing Program Presentation: Sensory Detail with Texas High Plains Writers
Catch me presenting on writing with sensory detail at the Texas High Plains Writers' meeting on July 19!
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