How long is too long for a 1st novel?

From what I’ve heard and read from other authors , agents and publishers, a first novel that gets beyond a certain length is usually not considered for publication. However, there are always exceptions to every rule. (Stephen King and Carrie, Tom Clancy and Red Storm Rising, etc.) But, for 1st time authors who have an … Continue reading →

What is an ODA?

A ODA does not refer to part of a ‘Toy-Oda’ aka Toyota. However, I always wondered what a real Ota would be if all we see are toy Otas. A ODA is mil-speak for Operational Detachment A (Alpha) or what some call an ‘A-Team’. These units are found readily within US Army Special Forces and … Continue reading →

Welcome to my new blog

First off, I want to thank the 2-3 readers who insisted that I start a blog so they can read about progress on my novel. Those are probably the same 2-3 readers who have actually read the various Beta test versions. For the rest of you out there that have no idea what I’m talking … Continue reading →