Why? Because life is constantly changing. Have a listen and I'll explain.

But, hey, it's been a crazy fun ride, right? RIGHT!

Enjoy the last episode!

Cheers,

Jake

Show notes-

Behemoth Island: Mega 4 Audiobook

Max Rage: Intergalactic Badass in Twelve Punches To Mars!

The Savageside ebook & print

The Savageside audiobook

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Yeah, I know I missed October. There are reasons. Want to know the reasons? Listen on, listening type person!

Not only will you hear reasons in this episode, but you get to hear my interview with the award-winning Nathan Ballingrud. Oh, you want to hear this!

Enjoy, y'all!

Cheers!

Show notes-

Find Nathan at nathanballingrud.com

Books and stuffs mentioned:

Infinite Mayhem audiobook

Mega 2: Baja Blood audiobook

AntiBio audiobook

The Savageside ebook & print

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This month's episode features my chat with the incredible John Hartness. Have a listen!

Also, at the very end, is the interview with Brian Rathbone from the last episode. Audio was crap in the last episode, so thought I'd give y'all another chance.

Cheers!

Show notes-

Find out more about John at johnhartness.com

Find out more about Brian at brianrathbone.com

Books and stuffs mentioned:

Max Rage: Intergalactic Badass! audiobook!

Infinite Mayhem- A Roak: Galactic Bounty Hunter novel

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

I can say I got an episode in during August. Bam! I feel so accomplished...

Hey, if you are interested in indie publishing then this is the episode you want to listen to. Brian Rathbone is the man, y'all. He has some great advice about how to self-publish you work and be successful at it. Be sure and listen and check out his website for more up to date info.

Kick back and get ready a fun interview!

Enjoy!

(Sorry for low sound in the intro. Glitch during recording and I tried to save it the best I could.)

Show notes-

Find out more about Brian at brianrathbone.com

Books and stuffs mentioned:

Infinite Mayhem- A Roak: Galactic Bounty Hunter novel

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

There's always so much enthusiasm when releasing a new episode since they are so few and far between. Hope you dig this episode!

Today I bring you an interview I did with the highly talented writer, Patrick E. McLean. Not only does he write incredible novels (see show notes) but he's done some pretty big copywriting for a few brands you may have heard of. Writing ain't all about novels and short stories, y'all!

So, kick back and relax and get ready for a fun interview!

Enjoy!

Show notes-

Find out more about Patrick at patrickmclean.com

Books and stuffs mentioned:

Max Rage: Intergalactic Badass!

The Flipside

YouTube Writing Advice Series

Four Weeks To Finished: How To Stop Making Excuses, Start Being Prolific, And Finish Your Novel!

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

May was a cooky kind of month and I really needed to keep my head down and write, write, write. Plus life is life and all that jazz.

So, in this episode, I bring you Beth Revis! Beth is a New York Times Bestselling author of YA fiction, including the Star Wars novel Rebel Rising, as well as the author of the Paper Hearts series of how-to books on being a professional writer. Website is below so get to the clicking!

Also, racists suck. Listen to the episode to find out why (in general, you should already know why).

Enjoy the show!

Show notes-

Find out more about Beth at bethrevis.com

Books and stuffs mentioned:

The Flipside

YouTube Writing Advice Series

Four Weeks To Finished: How To Stop Making Excuses, Start Being Prolific, And Finish Your Novel!

Brian Keene GoFundMe

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Another episode of Writing In Suburbia is ready to rock!

This week we have the second installment in my Two Questions With... series. Jamie Mason is my guest and what a great interview it is! Hope you enjoy!

Cheers!

Show notes-

Find Jamie at jamie-mason.com

Books mentioned:

Four Weeks To Finished: How To Stop Making Excuses, Start Being Prolific, And Finish Your Novel!

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

You don't want to miss this episode.

Enjoy!

Show notes-

Books mentioned:

Paradox Slaughter by Jake Bible

Blood Ghast Blues by Jake Bible

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This is the first official "Two Questions With..." episode. I'll be releasing these every other week, so stay tuned for more awesome guests!

In this episode I interview Paul E. Cooley. He's a great guy despite being my nemesis. Excellent writer (despite being my nemesis)! Check out all his stuff (despite him being my nemesis) at shadowpublications.com

Enjoy the show!

Show notes-

Books mentioned:

In Perpetuity by Jake Bible

EverRealm by Jake Bible

Ghere's Inferno by Paul E Cooley

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's time for episode #60! Woo hoo!

In this episode, I attempt to interview myself. No, seriously. It's all part of a new segment I'll be including in Writing In Suburbia twice a month. I'll be interviewing writers and asking them two questions: Why do you write? and, What was, or still is, the hardest part about being a writer?

I've already got some great interviews recorded!

But I thought it would be fun to break y'all in with an interview of myself. Fun? Sure. Funny? Yeah, I crack myself up.

So, have a listen and enjoy!

Cheers!

Show notes-

Books mentioned:

Galactic Vice by Jake Bible

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode I switch things up a little: I chose theme music! I have also added show notes! Check 'em out.

I chat about the ups and downs of income as a pro writer and my fear of what 2018 could be like if there aren't more ups. I also chat about a certain PLAGIARIST in our midst who has stolen Roak: Galactic Bounty Hunter and tried to make it his own. Full on prose theft, y'all. The guy is a scumbag. Pure and simple.

So, have a listen as I lay out some fears and some loathings.

Cheers!

Books mentioned:

Galactic Vice by Jake Bible

The Four Horsemen- Alpha Contracts by Chris Kennedy and Mark H. Wandrey

Titan's Wrath by Rhett Bruno

Theme music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Now, I don't tend to get stressed out around Holiday time because I have the soothing balms of Xmas music coupled with making Chex Mix. But, that doesn't mean I don't have other stresses!

So, in this episode I discuss the stresses I feel as a professional writer and how 2017 hasn't exactly been a great year. Not only do I chat about my stresses, I also chat about how I cope with all the stress! Solutions! Huzzah!

Have a listen and also have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year!

Cheers!

In this episode I chat about where I'm at in my career and where I want to be. I also touch on where I thought I'd be. A lot of professional reflection and fortune telling going on. Why? It's my birthday. So there's that...

Enjoy!

This episode I talk a lot about being a writer and having political opinions. It's something on people's minds right now. I also talk about how to work with others that may not subscribe to your beliefs.

It's a hard topic and I think I handled it well. You be the judge.

Enjoy!

In this episode I chat about getting prepared for the massive con that is Dragon*Con. 80,000+ folks will be in downtown Atlanta, so prepping is a good idea. I talk about how to survive once you are there and also to know your agenda and motivations if you are going as a professional.

It's gonna be a blast! Hope to see some of you at Dragon*Con!

Enjoy!

Another episode of Writing In Suburbia is in the can. Not the toilet can, the audio tape can. Which doesn't really exist since this is all digital. I HAVE CONFUSED MYSELF!

Speaking of confusion, this episode is all about how to ignore all the crazy writing advice on the internet that insists you are doing it wrong. You aren't. Have a listen and you'll hear my many rants and tangents on this subject.

Hope y'all enjoy!

This episode I chat a little about my attempts to build my audience more. I'm still finding my footing on that, so we get to stumble together on this one.

Enjoy!

I also talk about my pending gallbladder surgery. Fun!

Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about transitions. Whether transitioning to a new genre, new readership, or a whole new format, transition happens, y'all.

Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about how to stay motivated in the face of this hell that our country and world has become. I go into great detail, and rant quite a bit, about how hard it is to keep writing escapist fiction. I also talk about how escapist fiction is what folks are looking for.

Did I mention the rant?

Enjoy the episode.

Cheers!

In this episode I talk about how in order to be successful in the publishing biz you have to learn to adapt. Not so much compromise, as just learn to go with the flow and tweak your outlook to be included in that flow. I touch on a lot of topics in this episode, so it's not one to miss.

Enjoy!

In this episode I chat about so much stuff. All the stuff. There's a lot of stuff. I also unlock a secret to quickly writing a pilot script for TV. You know, in case you needed something more specific than just stuff.

Enjoy!

Speaking of time, this episode is all about how I structure and schedule what I will be writing over the next few months. I go into detail on how I pick my projects and how I recover when the best laid plans get off track. This is a good one for those of you that struggle with budgeting your time.

Enjoy!

This week I am exceptionally rambly. I know, I know, that is saying a lot. But, hey, it's been a weird couple of weeks and I needed a few minutes to just purge and get my head on straight. It's all part of the writing process and experience.

Enjoy!

And, if you enjoy the podcast, then do me a favor and write a review on iTunes! Only takes a second or two.

Be sure to sign up for the mailing list too! No spam!

Enjoy!

Today is my birthday. I turn 43. This has special meaning to me. It means I lived. I made it. I didn't implode.

Since the beginning of September there has been a special blog campaign called #HoldOnToTheLight where over 100+ scifi/fantasy writers have been posting about mental health issues, domestic violence issues, substance abuse issues, and so much more. In today's episode I read my contribution that I posted to my website.

Enjoy.

About the campaign:
#HoldOntoTheLight is a blog campaign encompassing blog posts by fantasy and science fiction authors around the world in an effort to raise awareness around treatment for depression, suicide prevention, domestic violence intervention, PTSD initiatives, bullying prevention and other mental health-related issues. We believe fandom should be supportive, welcoming and inclusive, in the long tradition of fandom taking care of its own. We encourage readers and fans to seek the help they or their loved ones need without shame or embarrassment.

Please consider donating to or volunteering for organizations dedicated to treatment and prevention such as: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Home for the Warriors (PTSD), National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Canadian Mental Health Association, MIND (UK), SANE (UK), BeyondBlue (Australia), To Write Love On Her Arms and the National Suicide Prevention Hotline.

To find out more about #HoldOntoTheLight, find a list of participating authors, or reach a media contact, go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/276745236033627/

And, well, it basically dovetails directly off the subject of the last episode. I don't think what I'll be talking about is going to go in the direction you think. Seriously. I wouldn't have thought I'd be talking about this when I recorded last week's episode. Obviously.

Well, you'll see.

Oh, hey, and sign up on my mailing list so you can get exclusive access to audio and video readings of Friday Night Drabble Party, as well as excerpts from my current works in progress!

Enjoy!

This week I chat about marketing and all that crap. I talk a little about what I do, and what I don't do, and the whys. I don't always do what I should and there are reasons. Listen and find out those reasons! REASONS!

Enjoy!

Oh, and I may rant some about things. Important things. Biggly things.

Enjoy!

Also, apologies for the lame blues harp at the end. My lips just refused to work. It happens. Deal.

Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about my new three book deal with Bell Bridge Books! Three book deal! Woo hoo! I compare and contrast what it's like working with my current publishers, especially Severed Press, with my expectations of working with Bell Bridge Books. I also explain my reasoning behind signing with a new publisher instead of only staying with Severed.

It's a damn good episode, y'all!

Enjoy!

Yep, I was at ConCarolinas all weekend. Great time. Got to bring the Fam, hang with some friends, meet new authors, make new friends, and make new fans. Want to know what panels I was on? Want to know what we talked about in those panels? Want some great advice on all kinds of subjects? Then have a listen, folks!

And, this will be quite the surprise, I am too tired to rant this week! This is a rant-free episode!

Enjoy!

PS- Yes, I know I've used this title before. That's how tired I am. But this time the title has an exclamation point! THAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT!

Yeah, I know, it's been a couple of weeks. Want to know why? Well, I guess you'll have to listen to the podcast, won't ya? This week I talk about how life and writing are not separate (which is kind of the point of this podcast) and how writing sometimes has to take a backseat because, well, life.

Enjoy!

I also talk about the Authors For Action: Kill The Bill event! Go get tix now!

Enjoy!

Oh, and if you have a second or two, post a review or comment on iTunes! It helps!

Enjoy!

I also talk about other things, including the latest HWA kerfuffle.

Enjoy!

I also go off about something, but I'm too tired to remember what that something is. You tell me.

Enjoy!

This week I talk about the impostor syndrome. Not the one where folks think they aren't worthy of being a writer or artist, but the one where they FAKE thinking they aren't worthy. It's impostor impostor syndrome, if you will. And it's crap! Knock it off!

I also talk a little other things because it's me and I ramble. I'm the rambling best!

Enjoy!

This week I talk about how I have been helped throughout my career, which is why I try to help others out as much as possible. Whether through this podcast, or with the Writers Coffeehouse, or by giving advice, or even a reference, I try to pay it forward and give it back where I can.

I also go off on a tangent about pens and how I hate pen thieves!

Enjoy!

This week I don't rant (much) or bitch (much), but instead, I chat about the fun there is in being a pro writer. At least, what I consider fun. I'm sure you'll dig my BS.

Enjoy!

This week I talk about the difference between self-doubt/self-loathing and fear. For those of you that worry about being "worthy" as a writer, this episode is for you. And for those that live in a constant state of fear when it comes to your writing career, this episode is for you as well.

Enjoy!

In this week's episode I chat about the negative in-fighting within the writing community. Genre versus genre, author versus author, literary versus the world, traditionally published versus self-published!

It's a good episode, yo!

Enjoy!

This week I answer a whole bunch of questions from a listener which ultimately leads to my thoughts on failure as a writer. I also rant about public education and how teachers get the shaft because I can't help myself. Oh, and this week the coffee is warm! WARM!

Enjoy!

In this week's episode I talk about how a lot of indie booksellers boycott CreateSpace because it's an Amazon company. I voice my opinion on this subject and also rant a little about all the angry moms at Trader Joe's today. Trust me, folks, they were angry. But mostly I talk about the boycott against CreateSpace.

Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about when it's time to walk away from a project that just isn't going to work. I also chat a little about what I'm reading/watching these days.

Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about The Long Tail. Or is it Long Tale? I honestly don't know and Google was no freaking help at all. But, regardless of what it is called, I chat about planning your career as a pro writer and realizing there is a lot of hurry up and wait plus a good dose of fortune telling.

Enjoy!

This week's episode is on the subject of writing for the market. Whatever the market wants, the market gets, but are you the writer to feed it? I talk a little about my thought processes on why I choose what I choose to write. I also talk about why it is perfectly okay to write for the market or to ignore the market completely.

It's your career, folks. Do with it what you want.

I am also recording in a new office setup, so gonna be good to hear what it sounds like.

Enjoy!

In this episode I break down how I go from note taking to novel writing. And from novel writing to novel finishing. It's a process and a half, and may not be for everyone, but I think y'all will get some good advice out of this episode.

Enjoy!

This week's episode is the first of 2016 and I take a look back at some of the movies, TV shows, and books I watched/read in 2015. I also talk a little about the echo chamber of social media because it's not WIS without a social media rant. Am I right? (Yes, I am.)

Enjoy!

Also, Christmas music!

Enjoy!

Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about how there is no one way to be a writer. How we all have our own process. I also talk about pot pie because pot pie is yum.

Enjoy!

And my barking dog does some barking because he barks.

Enjoy!

Bonus: cold coffee!

Enjoy!

Or I talk about networking and the importance of friendships and professional connections in the industry. In essence: why writers drink so much.

It all happens at the bar!

Plus I decide it's a good day to wash sheets.

Enjoy!

This week I get real about how income can flip on a dime (no pun intended). I also talk a little about getting back to my roots of being a pulp fiction writer. Okay, I talk a lot about getting back to my roots of being a pulp fiction writer.

And there might be some thoughts on soup and working food service.

Enjoy!

Yep, this week's episode is a hodgepodge (which I just found out is one word. Who knew?) of topics from music while writing to quantity v. quality to whatever. I'm all over the place in this one! ALL OVER THE PLACE!

And I play some blues harp, because blues harp.

Enjoy!

I have survived Dragon Con! I talk about that, but mainly I talk about the importance of prioritizing your life and knowing what you are willing to sacrifice and what you are not willing to sacrifice. I get slightly choked up. Slightly.

Enjoy!

Also, I talk about cons (conventions) and the practical and personal benefits of attending. I also talk about making sure you take care of yourself. FIND YOUR TOAST!

Oh, and the last thing- find your toast.

It all makes sense in the podcast. Trust me.

Cheers!

Here be Episode 10 of Writing In Suburbia. I talk a lot about how, as writers, we prepare for failure and rejection, but rarely do we prepare for success. You know, when things actually go right. That's a lot harder to deal with than you think.

I also enjoy a nice cup of warm coffee. Mmmmm, coffee...

Cheers!

In this episode I talk about what bugs me about being a pro writer while totally owning up to how lucky I am to be doing what I do. It's pure privileged whining, that's for sure.

And I rant about how neglected our public education system is. RANT!

Enjoy!

And I sneeze.

Enjoy!

I also talk about laundering. Actual laundry, not money. I let my accountant do all my money laundering. Wait...is this thing on?

And I talk about my Jeep. And other stuffs. I probably hate on social media.

Enjoy!

I also talk about cleaning the kitchen. Becuase that place gets gross.