A chance writing moment on a flight home from the Philippines opens the door to new genres, new perspectives, and a deeper appreciation for lived experience on the page. This reflection explores why stories grounded in real worlds—and real knowing—resonate so powerfully.
Read More →In this post, I explore why Kim Wexler from Better Call Saul has become one of my favorite characters on television and what her slow unraveling can teach us about building complex, unforgettable protagonists.
Read More →“All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.”— Blaise Pascal
What if the hardest part of any interaction isn’t the room—it’s the story running in your head? In this speech, I explore how to change your outer experience by changing your inner focus...
Watch Now →ANWA 2025 reflections on craft, community, and winning second place in the Adult Speculative Fiction Beginning of Book contest.
Read More →“In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer.”— Albert Camus
A short "Word of Wisdom" moment I shared at a recent Toastmasters meeting, exploring a powerful quote from Albert Camus...
Watch Now →My first blog post on the new site. I share some thoughts on the vulnerability of writing, the importance of not getting attached to outcomes, and the joy of finding your authentic voice...
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