Photo by Hosana Cruz on Pexels.com As writers and authors, we acknowledge the changes in styles, language, references and expectations of our modern readers. When reading any classical literature it is clearly apparent from the outset that the author of the time lived...
With June being audio book appreciation month, I thought we could look at the advantages and disadvantages of this technology. As with all technology there are pros and cons to their use. Some readers prefer a hard cover, or paperback over devices, (I have to put my...
In Canada, May is officially observed as Mental Health Awareness Month, providing an opportunity to increase understanding of mental health, reduce stigma, and highlight the value of mental health supports and services. Mental health is a fundamental aspect of overall...
Some of you may have noticed there is a small icon on my blog. This highlights where my visitors are from. As you can see they stretch across the globe, which is humbling to say the least. This enables me to know where in the world my followers are. However, it would...
As we celebrate mystery month and Sherlock Holmes Day tomorrow, I thought we could plunge into what makes a great mystery and crime narrative. There are three types of mystery within the crime genre: Whodunits are the most traditional mysteries, where the perpetrator...
My music tastes are as eclectic as my writing genres, from classical to rock to pop to techno and more. If you saw my audio streaming list you would think it was compiled by several people, not just one. I don't always write with music in the background, however when...
The Bigfoot Case Arcane Expeditions The first book in the Oddish Questor series and a new direction for critically acclaimed children’s author S.A. Schneider The book is published by Mind Architecture Creative and is available worldwide in print and e-book format....
As many of you know I am the Secretary of the Writers Foundation of Strathcona County. We hold a writing conference every year. Our 14th will be held on 2nd May 2026 and the title is - Claiming Your Future Creativity Our presenters are experts in their field, so take...
As we celebrate National Tell a Story Day on 27th and Great Poetry Reading Day on 28th, this question arises. Why Read Books? For the consummate reader this is an easy question to answer - the love of story, the chance to 'escape' into a narrative, to indulge in a...