by Douglas | May 26, 2019 | Random Thoughts & Ideas
This last weekend I was at MSP SpringCon at the Minn State Fair Grandstand. After my fun time at that event, and the large efforts put forth by the organizers, it occurred to me some great things some conventions do to make for a wonderful event. Let’s discuss!...
by Douglas | Apr 26, 2019 | Book Projects On The Horizon, Random Thoughts & Ideas
Audiobooks & Promotions I currently have two audiobooks in production. The first is my biggest fan favorite, “The Widow Brigade”. The other is my most recent release, “Boxer Earns His Wings”. I don’t have a set date on either of these...
by Douglas | Mar 19, 2019 | Random Thoughts & Ideas
While making appearances with my books, I noticed a strange trend among the visitors who took my business cards. I have a business card holder that sits up front for people to take. However, at conventions and events in which I had a large table, I would spread a few...
by Douglas | Mar 7, 2019 | Book Projects On The Horizon, Random Thoughts & Ideas
Follow-Up Marscon Last weekend was my second appearance at Marscon. The snow proved to be a major factor, as it hit hard Friday and cut down on the crowds who might’ve attended. It also forced me to stay Friday night at the hotel, which meant I wouldn’t...
by Douglas | Dec 15, 2018 | Book Projects On The Horizon, Non-Book Projects, Random Thoughts & Ideas
I’ve been hard at work arranging plans for my book signings for 2019. A couple of those dates have been confirmed and are approaching fast! If you are near the Twin Cities, Minnesota, and you love big conventions, I hope to see you at either of these events. Be...
by Douglas | Nov 28, 2018 | Book Projects On The Horizon, Random Thoughts & Ideas
The U.S.A.’s season of Thanksgiving has arrived, even though this post comes a few days afterward. In fact, I’m writing this on my 47th birthday! It’s a time to reflect on the accomplishments and blessings of the past year. Also, I have news of 2019....
by Douglas | Oct 16, 2018 | Random Thoughts & Ideas
Folks have been asking about my wrist surgery, so I might as well shoot out a general blog about it. I had surgery on my dominant wrist on Sept 27th, 2018. The diagnosis was Keinbock’s Disease, a condition derived from a wrist injury that leads to a lack of...
by Douglas | Sep 22, 2018 | Random Thoughts & Ideas
Telltale Games, we knew you for too short a time. Last year fans were worried when Telltale Games showed signs of financial trouble, dropping about a quarter of its workforce. Now, a great band of storytellers has disbanded except the few core employees...
by Douglas | Sep 15, 2018 | Book Projects On The Horizon, Non-Book Projects, Random Thoughts & Ideas
The process has begun on ACX to acquire “The Widow Brigade” in an audiobook form. More and more people are turning to audiobooks, listening to them on long trips and commutes, or maybe while resting on a hammock. (Am I the only one that keeps a...
by Douglas | Aug 3, 2018 | Random Thoughts & Ideas
I’m a bit overdue in reporting on my first appearance at Chapel Con. Although, bear in mind my first ever con appearance was QuestCon in Oct 2017, so all the conventions I’m hitting this year are all first time appearances. Each of them are a new...
