Why? A Blog By Tom Hoover - The Archives

We’re almost halfway through January. How many of your New Year’s resolutions have you actually maintained? Against all (computer) odds, I’m 1 for 1.

As writers, we’ve always been told, write what you know. But sometimes, what I know might be better left unwritten.

If what you write becomes what you experience in day-to-day life, then my trip to the ER was completely self-manifested.

What do somewhat-forced blogging, a drunken muse, and Tuesdays spent staring at a blank screen with a blog deadline looming have in common? I’ve been told it’s the artist’s way.

They say every writer needs an editor. And I say they are right. Whoever they are.

The trials and tribulations of an author blogger continue. We find our hero staring at a blank computer screen, wishing his muse would get off the sauce and lend a little inspiration.

I’m having muse issues again. Better grab some wine … for her, not you.

’Twas the night before Christmas, and all the creatures in my house are stirring … especially me, because this the last blog in 2016 that I’ll write!

For all the movie, book, and music geeks out there, here’s a collection of random musings and other reflections of the way life used to be.

My muse and I are having issues. Because of a few months “off” because of revisions and stuff, she’s kicked up her feet and is on a self-appointed vacation.