Ever since I moved my writing office into a three-by-seven foot cubbyhole under the stairs, my husband has had no end of fun with his wife being in the closet. Why did I abandon my roomy office in favor of such a cramped space? It happened a little at a time but has reaped a … Continue reading My Writing Closet →
It’s amazing how time at home can improve my mindset. That, and reaching the end of a difficult period of transition has me focused and happy. I’ve had to let go of a dream of publication in the western historical market, at least for the time being, but that sacrifice has opened the door to … Continue reading Gearing Up →
Ever felt stretched just a tad too far? That’s how I’m feeling lately. There’s always a trade-off in energy lost when you travel and disruption on both sides of a trip. October was a phenomenal month for which I am very grateful. I’m a good kind of tired, but I’m still tired. As you may recall, … Continue reading Stretching As a Writer →
Land of sagebrush, rattlesnakes, antelope, and breathtaking mountain vistas. Ah yes, Montana! I once fell in love with the state during an epic road trip. Marrying my return to the big sky country with my love of books was already a happy thing, but also attaining one of my bucket list items seems too good … Continue reading Festival of the Book and a Research Trip →
Thanks so much for reading DawnSinger and/or Wayfarer. I’d love to hear what you thought of my novel. I hope you’ll either leave a comment or email me at janalynvoigt@gmail.com to let me know. I’m thrilled that you took the journey into Elderland. If you would like to be informed when DawnKing, book three … Continue reading For Readers of Tales of Faeraven →
Ever wonder what it’s like to live as one to the manor born? Well, I have. When a wealthy couple offered use of their second home (worth millions) to my writing retreat group for a week, I expected my curiosity to be satisfied but had no idea how the experience would change me. I arrived … Continue reading The Week I Lived in a Mansion →
Announcing the Creative Worlds book extra sites! I’ve added subdomains by genre to Creative Worlds as a thank you to readers. Be sure to visit Fantasy Worlds, Historical Worlds, and Dangerous Worlds My Book News for July 2013: What I’m working on right now: I’m completing DawnKing, book three in Tales of Faeraven, and have reached the midpoint of the book. I’m … Continue reading Experience Creative Worlds in a Whole New Way →
You’ve probably noticed the radio interview announcement to the left. Here’s an author journal confession: I’d rather design the announcement than do the interview. If I sound nervous, it’s because I am. The interview is set for between 8 and 9 pm Pacific Time, Tuesday, March 12th. That’s a time I’d normally be getting ready to … Continue reading Author Journal: Moving Out of My Comfort Zone →
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