Progress Report, in which I request a compass

Another 3K words on "From Earth I Have Arisen," bringing Magic Meter here:
 


A disappointing week.  Still having a helluva time focusing.  At least part of the problem–if I may indulge in self-diagnosis for a moment–are the vast stretches of "I don’t know" that loom before me.  I’m up against one of them now.  I have this scene I’m writing, and at the moment, I don’t know why.  I mean, I don’t know what plot purpose the scene serves.  Maybe none, in which case, I shouldn’t be writing it.  But my gut seems to be telling me I need this bit.  At this point, though, I think I should know what I need it for.

I’ve dealt with blank spots before–been right up against them, really–but usually in novels.  In a shorter work, which I’m pretty is what this is, I generally have a better idea where I’m going.  No, I don’t need to have it all mapped out.  But I’m thinking maybe a compass might come in handy.

In the meantime, your snippet:

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The Soundproof Escape Pod Launches . . . with “Fuel”

Meant to post this the other day, but circumstances intervened, and, well . . . anyway, here it is:

The good folks at Escape Pod have decided to expand their offerings to include a monthly magazine, which they’re calling The Soundproof Escape Pod.  The inaugural issue launched on Monday, and I’m pleased and proud to report that "Fuel" is one of the stories therein.

Full show notes:

  • EP263: Fuel, By Matthew S. Rotundo
  • Comic Review: Superior, Written by Mark Millar By Alasdair Stuart
  • EP264: St. Darwin’s Spirituals, By D.K. Thompson
  • Book Review: I Shall Wear Midnight, By Terry Pratchett By Josh Roseman

So if you’re unable for whatever reason to enjoy the podcast, do check out the magazine.  It’s free, though of course donations are always welcome.

Enjoy!

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On Bailouts and eBooks

So on the same day I learn that Damnation Books is rescuing Realms of Fantasyon the very same day, I learn that "The Woman Who Hated Halloween" has made Damnation’s "Top Sellers" page.  Quick, go look before it changes.

Coincidence?

I think not.

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