Author Archives: Pete

Friends Can Be Helpful, Or At Least Amusing

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Pete

When I was working on the first draft of ATT, I got stuck on one phrase. I wanted something like “good-to-go”, but that phrase was strongly rooted in US military jargon. I wanted something with the same connotation, but unique … Continue reading →

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Arisia 2015 Review

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Pete

I had a great time at my first Arisia this weekend. I found the diversity of panels and topics intriguing and jumped across several tracks throughout the weekend. Organization was well planned and thoroughly staffed. Every staffer I asked either knew the … Continue reading →

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Convention! and…One Picture of the Process

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Pete

First! I’ll be attending Arisia in Boston this weekend (1/16-1/18), and may be cosplaying one or more characters from A Togahan’s Tale. If you’re there and want to link up, contact me and we’ll figure out something convenient. Second! Here’s … Continue reading →

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#3 Rough Draft is done!

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Pete

Last night I finished the rough draft for Togahan novel #3, which continues to follow Dante Nissomo. I’m feeling pretty good, but it’s a weird, quiet elation. It’s a milestone, a gate. I’m far from done, because it’s not released. I started the … Continue reading →

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52 in ’15 and Current Status

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Pete

Wow. It looks like my last post was May 22, 2014. I need to keep you apprised more often than that, faithful readers. So, my new year’s resolution is to post at least once a week for at least fifty-two … Continue reading →

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Getting There from Here

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Pete

When you’re lost in New England and asking for directions (rare these days with GPS, but still), you’ll often get the reply, “You can’t get there from here”. On the surface, the answer is absurd, but the connotation is that … Continue reading →

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A Togahan Returns…is released!

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Pete

Friday morning, the second book in the Togahan series was released. Check out A Togahan Returns on the following platforms: the Kindle: Amazon.com the Nook: BarnesandNoble.com the Kobo: Kobobooks.com Apple devices: iBooks.com Please give it a read, and let me … Continue reading →

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A Togahan Returns…on August 30!

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Pete

That’s right folks, we’re in the final lap. I’m releasing A Togahan Returns next week on Friday, August 30, just in time for anyone who wants last minute reading over the long weekend. Read it on your Kindle, Nook, Kobo, … Continue reading →

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“A Togahan Returns” Covert Art released!

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Pete

Check it out! This will be the cover to #2 in the series, A Togahan Returns. I’m very pleased with it. It only took me a month and a half to bang out…

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Readercon 2013 Review

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Pete

I attended Readercon for the first time this year and had a blast. There were many good talks, great speakers, and I picked up a lot of good books. The convention was  well organized, and I was amazed and humbled … Continue reading →

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