I love researching the little details for a story. Yesterday I decided that a particular character in "Down The Tubes" should live next door to a paper clip factory, simply because I liked the way that sounded. But I needed to be sure paper clips had been invented in 1895. I found patent application diagram, which shows a paperclip that is identical to the classic clip we still use today.
The Brassbright Chronicle
If you are a resident of the virtual world of Second Life, I cordially invite you to the monthly book discussion at the rather luxurious R.F. Burton Public Library in the steampunk city of New Babbage. I enjoy these discussions - it's a fun and lively group. In March, I'm very pleased to announce that The Flight To Brassbright has been chosen for discussion.
Down the Tubes Vol. 2 of The Brassbright Chronicles Brassbright City is the ultimate metropolis, showcasing the best and most brilliant of 19th century technology.…
I’m riding a happy wave of encouragement, thanks to the thoughtful and downright amazing reviews that readers have shared for The Flight To Brassbright. This…
I was in a 'make all the stuff!' mood today. After goofing about with various graphics, words and templates, I've now got a big fistful of laminated bookmarks, all ready to give away locally.
I figure anyone can print a flyer. They usually are glanced at and then tossed. Why not take a tiny step further and make something both informative and also useful? I know personally, I can never have too many bookmarks - but I'm usually reading about nine books at a time.
In 1 day you’ll meet someone who doesn’t just mangle the spoken word—but twists them till they squeak, turns them inside out, and forces them into…
In 2 days you can hunt for the fluffiest cat in all of Industralia! Will you find her? (Feel free to shout her name when you…
In 3 days you’ll be able to meet the most Beautiful Bonnet in all of Meridian! “The Flight To Brassbright” publishes January 31, 2015 and is available for…
In 4 days you’ll learn exactly what is so darned special about the Ladies Parlor at the Air Azimuth Aether Docks. This luxury skyport serves as a…
In 5 days you’ll be able to purchase flight insurance, even though that airship you are about to board is perfectly safe. Nothing can go…