In January of 2019, there was a Super Wolf Blood Moon. My first impression of the name was awe, and the macabre sounding name stirred visions of werewolves. Did someone pull that name out of a hat? Was the name meant to inspire fear or trepidation? How can I use a similar naming convention in my stories? If It hasn’t become obvious at this point… Just about everything I find interesting, I want to add…
How do I use personal experiences to create writing ideas? This morning I went out to do my chores and noticed one of my long-time hens was crowing. Yes, crowing. Now I have seen this fine lady put out at least five or six dozen eggs. I am positive she is a hen. But what would make a hen crow? After I completed my chores, I went inside and looked to google to answer my…
Writing about dark matter and energy for a Science Fiction short story
When someone says the word Gnome, most people think of the little ceramic garden gnome with the white beard and red hat. The traditional garden decoration was created in Germany during the mid-1800s and spread into France then England. Today gnomes don’t always look so traditional. Some wear sports attire, others carry welcome or go away signs. Begging the question where did gnomes come from? Are there other types no one talks about, a black…
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