Forging a Face for the Apocalypse: Inside the SPORE Cover Process

Choosing a cover for a horror novel isn't a design meeting; it's a knife fight in the dark. For my book, 'Everyone Dies At The End: Spore,' we've waded through a nightmare of visceral, surreal, and grotesque options, and the war is far from over. I'm opening the door to the armory to show you the contenders—from eco-horror monstrosities to abstract visions of the end. Now, I need your eyes. Step inside and help me choose the face of the apocalypse.

Stop Being Scared: A Guide to Generative AI for Book Images That Won’t Suck Your Soul

Stop fearing AI! This practical guide for authors shows how to ethically use generative AI for book images, character art, and even cover design. Learn the best AI tools for writers, master prompt engineering with step-by-step examples for fantasy characters, and discover the secrets to creating visually consistent artwork for your novel.

Your Voice: Stream of Consciousness, Psychic Powers, and Sharpening the Sword

I'm forcing myself back into the habit of writing, and it feels like letting a chaotic stream of consciousness loose. This week, my thoughts wander from the challenge of a weekly writing routine to the soul of AI art, the themes of my book SPORE, and a quick, weird detour into why psychic powers would be a terrible idea right now. It's all part of sharpening the craft and reconnecting. Join the madness.