Shirin Dubbin is Smart

by | Dec 22, 2012 | details details

(Shirin Dubbin is one of my fav fantasy writers. She infuses intelligence into her stories in the way I like best – a sudden, unexpected comment that recalls stored knowledge or an insight that sparks a new idea. One such comment on Facebook sparked a discussion...

Idris Gets A Cover

by | Dec 22, 2012 | details details

It occurred to me – quite late, I admit! – that I should put together a two-pack set of Give Me and Bride of Fae. So I did. That’s Idris, the very bad fairy (and not in a good way) on the cover. I think it would make a great gift for someone with a...

On the Death of a Child

by | Dec 15, 2012 | details details

After yesterday’s shooting in Connecticut, it didn’t seem possible anyone could say anything to mitigate the pain. Facebook has been awash in attempts, most misfiring, including my clumsy wish for control of high-capacity ammunition. This morning on NPR...