Monthly Archives: March 2011

AFTER HOURS Reviews!

Reviews of After Hours:  Tales from the Ur-Bar are starting to appear online, and the response to the anthology has been overwhelmingly positive.  A few reviewers are even taking note of “The Tavern Fire,” which is flattering given the quality … Continue reading

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Free to Write

Been a while in between posts.  Sorry for that.  Spent a week out West traveling with my family (and enjoying a memorable birthday in the Grand Canyon). But I’m back now, feeling refreshed and eager to work.  As I’ve mentioned … Continue reading

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Back From StellarCon

I am back home after my weekend at StellarCon, which was terrific.  Cons tend to remind me of what I love about being a writer, and to leave me energized.  This one was no different.  I’ve been pretty excited about … Continue reading

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StellarCon!

I leave first thing tomorrow for High Point, North Carolina, where I will be a guest at StellarCon.  I may be masquerading as someone else — a certain fantasy author — but trust me:  I’ll be there.  I hope to … Continue reading

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Release Day for AFTER HOURS

After Hours:  Tales From the Ur-Bar is now officially out and available for purchase!  This anthology, edited by Joshua Palmatier and Patricia Bray, and published by DAW, includes “The Tavern Fire,” the very first D.B. Jackson publication.  Set in Boston, … Continue reading

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