Crash and Burn

July 14, 2020, 9:36 am

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You win some, you lose some, as the saying goes. Just as I was ramping back up on work on Necromancer Ascending, my ancient MSI laptop finally gave up the ghost. I’m talking brick territory. It had been giving me problems, on and off, for the last year or so. A few months ago, I disassembled it and gave it a thorough cleaning (I’ve worked on and maintained PCs for more than 30 years, so this wasn’t a risky activity for me). Then, over the 4th of July weekend, it went into a continuous reboot cycle and finally died. It doesn’t even POST. The slight burning smell isn’t a great sign either… So, what am I doing about it? Here’s ...

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Writing Without Being Offensive: A How-To Guide.

August 2, 2020, 11:41 am

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I saw a question about writing without being offensive in a Facebook writer’s group today and thought I’d share some of my thoughts here. I was a lot gentler in the group. The (paraphrased) question was: “How do you write a character who stands against Christianity without being offensive to readers?” For the purposes of this discussion, replace the word “Christianity” with any topic you think might be a land mine. Pro-Tip: You Can’t If you’re even remotely interested in achieving your full potential as a writer, then you need to get that shit out of your head right now. You need to write as if you don’t give a damn. You need to write as if your story and ...

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June 18, 2021, 7:15 am

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Beginning Friday, June 18 at 8am PDT, all of my book titles will be on sale for $0.99! This is a “Kindle Countdown” deal, so the prices will gradually begin to climb back to their original places. Mark your calendars and get ready for a steep discount!  “What order should I read them in?” you ask. Read on! Author’s Preferred Reading Order You know there are multiple ways to read many fantasy series, and The Mukthaar Chronicles is no different! But, I personally recommend the series be read in the following order: Necromancer Awakening: Book One of The Mukhtaar Chronicles. This was the book that started it all. It has consistently been in the top 100 Amazon bestseller lists around ...

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Still here!

August 6, 2022, 10:37 am

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Twitter Blue? My Thoughts.

November 11, 2022, 10:04 am

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I have some comments on the whole Twitter Blue thing, but they’re going to take more space than Twitter will allow. I’ve used Twitter daily since around 2011/2012, and I’ve had an account since it launched. In that time I’ve seen a lot of strange things, including DMs from people claiming to be high-profile celebrities who eventually turned out to be nothing more than crooks with recycled confidence schemes.   On the other hand, I’ve seen it used as an amazing platform to launch careers. And I’m not talking about influencers…people famous for being famous. I’m talking about musicians, actors, comedians, writers…true creators. I include my own writing career in that number. I believe…no, I know that my books would not ...

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November 12, 2022, 8:59 am

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Well THAT was short-lived… Remember my biggest point against selling blue checkmarks in my article yesterday? Yep… I don’t want to say that I told them so. But… I told them so. Account verification became a thing for a reason. The “person in charge” over there needs more savvy and less hubris. When a company as large and powerful as Ely Lilly loses billions in market cap over a single impersonated tweet, you’re probably going to have a bad day if you’re the cause. About Nat RussoNat Russo is the Amazon #1 Bestselling Fantasy author of Necromancer Awakening and Necromancer Falling. Nat was born in New York, raised in Arizona, and has lived just about everywhere in-between. He’s gone from pizza maker, ...

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Common Mistakes New Fiction Writers Make

May 17, 2023, 12:29 pm

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Welcome, aspiring fiction writers! Today, we’re embarking on an epic journey through the treacherous landscape of common mistakes that often plague newcomers in the world of storytelling. So fasten your seatbelts, grab your pen, and prepare to navigate the winding path of literary adventures. I’m Nat Russo, your friendly writing guide, ready to illuminate the dark corners and guide you to writerly success. Let’s see if we can avoid these common mistakes new fiction writers make! Tangled Beginnings: Weak Openings and Info Dumps Picture this: You open a book, eagerly anticipating a thrilling adventure, only to be greeted with a lackluster beginning that fails to ignite your imagination. Aspiring writers often stumble right out of the gate, their opening lines ...

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Dramatic Irony – Unleashing its Power

May 18, 2023, 9:49 am

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Welcome, my fellow storytellers, to a thrilling exploration of one of the most powerful tools in a writer’s arsenal: dramatic irony. In this blog post, we will unravel the enigma of dramatic irony, learn how to master its potential, and navigate the risks it presents. So, grab a seat, prepare your creative minds, and let’s embark on this captivating journey together. Demystifying Dramatic Irony To begin our quest, let’s unravel the mystery. What exactly is it? In simple terms, dramatic irony occurs when the audience possesses knowledge that the characters in a story do not. This discordance between what the audience knows and what the characters believe creates a sense of tension, anticipation, and engagement. As a result, it allows ...

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Writing Female Characters: A Guide for Male Writers

June 9, 2023, 2:40 pm

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Do you find yourself occasionally writing phrases such as, “As Monica boobed boobily across the room…”? Is the primary topic of conversation among your female characters always men? Do they have no agency of their own and simply go with whatever the male characters decide? Do they exist merely as plot devices (e.g. woman is raped, man gets mad, man makes story happen)? Is the first thing your male characters notice about them always related to their appearance? Is the first thing you notice about your female characters always their appearance? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then this guide is for you. Don’t worry, it’s not that difficult. Take it from me…someone who actually lived in a ...

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Mastering Political Intrigue in Speculative Fiction

June 17, 2023, 10:22 am

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Welcome, oh brilliant and adventurous speculative fiction writers, to the wondrous realm of political intrigue! Now, let’s be honest, politics can be as confusing as deciphering a cryptic code while riding a unicycle. But fear not, my friends! In this article we shall embark on a whimsical journey through the intricate world of politics.  Together, we’ll unravel the mysteries of power dynamics, backstabbing, and manipulative games that make political intrigue oh-so-enthralling. So, grab your pens, don your imaginary crowns, and let’s dive into the captivating world of political tomfoolery! Laying the Foundation Oh, the joys of building a world from scratch! But before you go all mad scientist on us, let’s lay down some groundwork to make those political gears ...

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