*Originally posted 3/6/19 on the Weber Forums. PLEASE NOTE: This post will contain a few vague references to parts of The Gordian Protocol‘s plot and characters. I’ll do my best to keep from spoiling anything, but those who wish to… Read More ›
Writing
Interview with Keystroke Medium!
Earlier tonight, David Weber and Jacob joined Josh and Steve over at Keystroke Medium to chat collaboration, publishing, and The Gordian Protocol. Check out the interview below! 😀 And of course, for more interviews and writing insight, visit Keystroke Medium’s… Read More ›
Everything I Am I Owe to Bad Movies
The #1 question readers ask authors is “What inspires you to write?” Many authors have deep answers like “intellectual curiosity” or “the ability to create my own reality,” but mine’s nothing of the sort. My greatest inspiration is bad movies…. Read More ›
Countdown to The Wizard’s Way!
It’s been eventful here at Holo HQ! Stars aligned so that H.P. could transition to working full-time for Holo Writing, which means that you’re about to see many more updates, contests, giveaways, appearances, and yes, BOOKS. Speaking of which, The… Read More ›
The Wizard’s Way – Cover Reveal!
Well, it’s been an adventurous month, but it takes more than a malfunctioning eyeball and a collapsed lung to stop me, which means that Draft #4 of The Wizard’s Way is DONE! Our next step is to see what our… Read More ›
The Wizard’s Way – 1st Draft Complete!
artwork by Mandy O’Brien Hey, everybody! H. P. here! I’ve been largely invisible on this blog for the past age or so. This is partly because I’m a lazy blogger and partly because I do all the marketing, layout, and graphic… Read More ›
Disciple of the Dead – Released!
Book 3 of the Seraphim Revival is now on sale in in paperback and eBook! H.P. and I are immensely pleased to announce the release of the third and final book in the Seraphim Revival trilogy. This series has really been a labor… Read More ›
Throne of the Dead – Released!
Book 2 of the Seraphim Revival is now on sale in in paperback and eBook! H.P. and I are very happy to announce the release of the second book in the Seraphim Revival trilogy. A ton of hard work has gone into this… Read More ›
Seraphim Revival – Book 3 Cover Art!
In an empire ruled by the honored dead, seraphs are the ultimate weapons. Fueled by the pilot’s very soul, these colossal humanoid war machines are unstoppable in battle. Only a few possess the gift to control such craft, and those… Read More ›
Bane of the Dead – Released!
In an empire ruled by the honored dead, seraphs are the ultimate weapons. Fueled by the pilot’s very soul, these colossal humanoid war machines are unstoppable in battle. Only a few possess the gift to control such craft, and those… Read More ›
Seraphim Revival – Book Spine Art!
In an empire ruled by the honored dead, seraphs are the ultimate weapons. Fueled by the pilot’s very soul, these colossal humanoid war machines are unstoppable in battle. Only a few possess the gift to control such craft, and those… Read More ›
Seraphim Revival – Book 2 Cover Art!
In an empire ruled by the honored dead, seraphs are the ultimate weapons. Fueled by the pilot’s very soul, these colossal humanoid war machines are unstoppable in battle. Only a few possess the gift to control such craft, and those… Read More ›
Seraphim Revival – Book Trilogy Reveal!
In an empire ruled by the honored dead, seraphs are the ultimate weapons. Fueled by the pilot’s very soul, these colossal humanoid war machines are unstoppable in battle. Only a few possess the gift to control such craft, and those… Read More ›
Humanity Machine – 2nd Draft Complete!
Can a person manufactured for war still be human? The second draft of Humanity Machine is now complete, and Adam Burn has finished the stellar cover art and graphic design. Oh yeah, it’s coming together! So what is Humanity… Read More ›
Humanity Machine – Cover Work-in-Progress
The incredibly talented Adam Burn has begun working on the cover to Humanity Machine. This is merely the first element of the composition. Here you can see the SolFleet frigate Valor taking shape, which the main character Vance serves on… Read More ›
Time Reavers – Sequel
This is so exciting! People have started asking about the sequel to Time Reavers! Please allow me to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has inquired about the next book. Your feedback is a precious, wonderful thing. So,… Read More ›
Humanity Machine – 1st Draft Complete!
artwork by the very talented Adam Burn – used with permission The first draft of Humanity Machine is officially complete! Woohoo! Weighing in at a hefty 140,000 words, it’s a bit longer than The Dragons of Jupiter and is now my largest… Read More ›
Writing Techniques – Character Sheets
Today, I would like to discuss one of my favorite writing tools: the character sheet. Characters form the heart and soul of a story. They can breathe life and energy into an otherwise dry tale. So, naturally, their creation is… Read More ›
Humanity Machine – 1st Draft Half Done!
artwork by the very talented Adam Burn – used with permission I’ve reached that golden point when writing the first draft of a novel. Yes, the point where I have less to write than I have already written. I’ve crested the hill,… Read More ›