So the Guest of Honor coordinator role I have with Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary is really ramping up, which is great–very cool to be prepping intros, buying gifts, finalizing the VIP dinner and all that, but it does take time from writing! And, my own book is launching on October 13 (like, a week from now!) so I’ve been trying to do promotions for that. Still plugging away at the next book, but I’m catching an hour here and there, which slows the momentum.
Book Review: The Ones Who Walked Away from Omelas by Ursula K. Leguin
Thought Experiment, 5+/5
Omelas is a Utopia by any standard, and yet there are those who walk away. This short, devastating piece is a must-read for everyone on Earth.
Critique weekend with Nancy Kress!
Had a great critique weekend with Nancy Kress–our writers’ group brought her in to work with us. She’s so fabulous!
Book Review: The Lies of Locke Lamora, by Scott Lynch
Heist Fantasy, 4-/5
Con artist, Locke, and his team of thieves spring an elaborate swindle that reveals a deeper socio-political conspiracy in the underworld of a fantasy city. This one was fun, with a convoluted plot that I really enjoyed.
Volunteer work, and working on Tastes of Waterfalls
Lots of work on Bouchercon (I’m Guest of Honour Coordinator) is a bit of a distraction right now, but I AM finding time to add scenes to the book! Progress is slower than I’d like, but it’s coming!