Category Archives: Fun

Writing Short Stories in the THIEFTAKER Universe

Posted on October 11, 2011 by dbjackson

I often advise aspiring writers to step away from their novels now and again and work on short stories.  Why?  Well, for one thing, writing successful short stories is challenging.  The short form demands an economy of style that those … Continue reading →

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THIEFTAKER Jacket Art!

Posted on September 28, 2011 by dbjackson

I know that the publication date for THIEFTAKER is still a long ways off, but I had to share this. . . One of the great moments for any writer is getting that first look at the jacket art for … Continue reading →

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A Change of Pace: A Ribs Recipe!

Posted on July 7, 2011 by dbjackson

Yeah, I know.  This has nothing to do with history or Boston or writing or any of the other things I normally post about on this blog.  But my house smells really, REALLY good right now, and I thought I’d … Continue reading →

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Another Week in Boston’s History

Posted on June 27, 2011 by dbjackson

Another week, another historical trend to share.  I’m going to assume that most of you are familiar with the stuff that was happening 235 years ago (the Continental Congress, the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, etc.) but there was … Continue reading →

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JordanCon!

Posted on April 14, 2011 by dbjackson

This weekend, April 15-17, I will be literary Guest of Honor at JordanCon in Atlanta, under my other writing name, David B. Coe.  If you happen to be in the area please stop in and say hello.  Other guests at … Continue reading →

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AFTER HOURS Reviews!

Posted on March 30, 2011 by dbjackson

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

Posted on March 23, 2011 by dbjackson

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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StellarCon!

Posted on March 3, 2011 by dbjackson

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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Writing a Bit of Mythology

Posted on February 28, 2011 by dbjackson

Expanding just a bit on my previous post… Today, still working on another project, I wrote my own short myth, something that would help to clarify my own thinking about the magic system I’m developing.  And I found myself adopting … Continue reading →

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