David Anthony Brown

The DIY Journal: Practice

So far, I’ve outlined and partially written three DIY Journal entries. The file names are called “Paths”, “Productivity”, and “Strategy” — to give you an idea of what topics have been going through my mind. What’s holding back these entries is pretty simple and lame at the same time: I don’t feel like I’m qualified…… Continue reading The DIY Journal: Practice

The DIY Journal: Finding Good Information

I debated with myself for a long time over the possibility of doing a blog series about publishing and writing, with a focus on educating others on the indie world. For a long time the answer was “no”. I honestly don’t think I have that much to contribute, and there are plenty of others who…… Continue reading The DIY Journal: Finding Good Information

Because I need a new blog…

Honestly, I’m not sure how many blogs I have in the blogosphere, but I think they’re now reproducing. I count five off the top of my head, and that seems like a good round number. So, no more pen-names! Or small businesses! Or… Those of you have followed me for awhile know that I occasionally…… Continue reading Because I need a new blog…

Year in Review: 2013

Overall, 2013 was a productive year for me though I missed a number of goals and opportunities. In 2012 I wrote between 100,000 and 150,000 words (estimating). This year I have 209,000 approximately, out of a 400,000 goal. So not bad, but definite room for improvement. I produced two new e-book titles, out of a…… Continue reading Year in Review: 2013

simply awesome

Tales from the Square is on hold for the moment. My apologies to anyone reading it (all three of you). If things go right, I’ll get back on track with the novel next week. I’ve completed one full cycle of Heinlein’s rules today. I uploaded The Sage River’s Grave Return to all the major retailers now…… Continue reading simply awesome

stupid vampires, get lost

So the latest thing that’s tripping me up in the Tales from the Square novel is Chapter 9: Mistake. Brin’s at the Red Mistake Club and… it’s owned by vampires. Maybe… But really? Werewolves AND vampires? No. Just fuck no. Then the vamps morphed into genetically engineered cannibals with big teeth. But that still sounded…… Continue reading stupid vampires, get lost

The Sword Eater

Damian the sword eater died every ten minutes, each death vivid in horrible detail and oddly serene as he blacked out and started over again. A thousand spectators crowded the wooden bleachers under the big top, rounds of applause and gasps of amazement replaced by screams of horror. The first time had been an accident…… Continue reading The Sword Eater

Flash Fiction Friday: Serial Murder Dancer

When speaking of serial killers, one most often thinks of such household names (if they may be called that) as Jack the Ripper, the Boston Strangler, and Ted Bundy. Few mentions are made in the textbooks and scholarly discussions, or in the pop culture discussions, of the dancer known simply as Etienne. Likely because so…… Continue reading Flash Fiction Friday: Serial Murder Dancer

Flash Fiction Friday: Early Morning Distractions

Cynthia sat under the flickering gasjet lights in the alley behind her bakery and lit a cigarette. The early morning starry sky added a small amount of extra light, enough to read her pocket watch. Four. Enough time to enjoy the cool autumn air before heading back into the inferno that was her kitchen. She…… Continue reading Flash Fiction Friday: Early Morning Distractions