Author Archives: Jared Sandman

My 2013 New Year’s resolution was to blog more here on the site.  That didn’t happen.  I haven’t made any resolutions this year, but I do have a list of writing projects to tackle in the next 12-14 months.  Multiple … Continue reading →

A few interesting tidbits from the Internet that caught my attention: Helpful Definitions for Modern Authors:  uncomfortably truthful. Margaret Atwood rejects blurb requests in poetic manner. Various inspirational writing quotes.

A quick note about an upcoming event.  This Saturday (November 9th) I’ll be on hand to sell and sign my books beside The Links golf course, from 9 AM to 3 PM.  It’s located at 8700 Pavilion Drive, in Hudson. … Continue reading →

The New York Times published a great piece last week about the business of writing.  It emphasizes the fact that writing is a business, so no one should do it for free. And in other news, I just finished edits … Continue reading →

It’s November 1, the kickoff for this year’s National Novel Writing Month.  Participants aim to write 50,000 words (200 pages) in thirty days.  I’ve never personally taken part, but I wish the best of luck to those who do.  Their … Continue reading →

I’ve done this the past couple of years, always in late October.  Here are a few choice tales to get you in the Halloween spirit, a mix between classic stories and the obscure.  For maximum effect, read them alone at … Continue reading →

I want to thank everyone who came out to the author’s night at the New Port Richey art gallery.  You all asked some great questions.  Last night I talked a little about the new book I completed over the weekend; … Continue reading →

Today I ask author Jeremy C. Shipp 5 Weird Questions.  His latest book is Monstrosities, a short story collection.  Check out his website at jeremycshipp.com. 1 — Pick two literary characters to be your parents.  Who do you choose? Jane … Continue reading →

Next Friday (October 18th) I’ll be guest author at the New Port Richey Progress Energy Art Gallery.  Stop by and say hello anytime from 6:30-8:00 PM.  I’ll have copies of all my books on hand for purchase, and I’ll be … Continue reading →

It’s been nearly a month since I updated the site.  That’s longer than a prefer to go between posts, but I’ve been busy behind the scenes.  I began a new novel at the start of this month, and I’m shooting … Continue reading →