How to Deal with Bad Reviews
Now that Hungry Ghost has been out in the world for two weeks, the very first of the reviews are starting to dribble in. I figure this is a great time to remind myself, and you, of the ways I deal with bad reviews. Take a deep breath. Know that a bad review will likely trigger an emotional response. It sucks the first couple of times, but you get used to it. Let the flood of stress hormones happen. Keep breathing. Then practice some self-care. Know this is all optional. Lots of...
Read MoreLIT! Durham : queer.writers.drinking
Title: LIT! Durham : queer.writers.drinkingLocation: The Pinhook – 117 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701Link out: Click hereDescription: LIT! is an evening of queer writers giving you their best fiction, poetry, and embarrassing life stories, while most of us have a drink in the name of art. Hosted by Allison Moon. Featuring readings by Alysia Angel, Tanya Olson, CJ Suitt, and more! Show starts at 7pm Books and merch will be on sale. ** This event is open to all 21+ folks:...
Read MoreTONIGHT! LOS ANGELES!
I’m reading at Stories LA TONIGHT (Monday). Come out, buy a book, kick it with some cool lit geeks, and support indie bookstores. Everyone wins! STORIES 1716 West Sunset Blvd • Los Angeles 7:30pm Details
Read MoreHungry Ghost Super Soon Tour Dates!
I’m on the road starting this weekend! Find me and my books at: Monday, April 15 – Los Angeles (Echo Park) – Stories Thursday, April 18 – Atlanta, Charis Books [reading] Friday, April 19 – Atlanta, Charis Books [workshop] April ?? – Durham, NC (stay tuned!) May 23 – Cleveland – Gay & Lesbian Center May ?? – Chicago May ?? – Minneapolis Sorry for all the ??????!!!! Details are coming, I just need to get things solid....
Read MoreHungry Ghost Releases PLUS a Giveaway!
Hungry Ghost, book 2 of the Tales of the Pack series officially releases today! You may have your copy flying to you already because you preordered or backed my Kickstarter, but if not, you can order your copy now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or through my web store. You can also order it at your favorite bookstore. AND I’m giving away two t-shirts! (Check out the styles) To enter, buy Hungry Ghost as an ebook or paperback from any retailer and forward me the receipt. I’ll...
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