Azrael Paul Damien was born and raised in Paradise Valley, Montana, and lived in Los Angeles, California during his teenage years. He always had a love for story telling and, from a very early age, made up campfire stories to scare and intrigue his friends. His first published work was a poem, “Ode To Death” which he wrote at the age of 13. [...]
Archive for January, 2010
“Be Mysterious: Writers in Masks” features Azrael Paul Damien
Posted in Writing, tagged Azrael Paul Damien, Be Mysterious: Writers in Masks, Convict Grade on January 29, 2010 | 4 Comments »
Kill Those Darlings DEAD, Baby. WIP Wednesday.
Posted in Writing, tagged Kill your darlings, WIP Wednesday on January 27, 2010 | 14 Comments »
Last night I presented my writer’s group with a story. It is a sweet story. A whimsical story. It’s full of goodness, light, and stardust. They dug it, except that they were clamoring for a main character’s death. It makes the piece more poignant. It’s more…I hesitate to say “realistic” with a completely fanciful story, [...]
So I’m On A High.
Posted in Writing, tagged anticipation, I hope you understand, I'm in love on January 25, 2010 | 12 Comments »
It occurs to me that a good writing session is like a hot date. There’s that anticipation. All day your eyes are flicking to the clock, wondering if it’s almost that time. Dinner. Baths. Bedtime stories, night nights. And then, finally, it’s here. You flip on the computer and wait eons for it to boot [...]
Shock Totem’s First Writing Contest!
Posted in Writing, tagged prizes, Shock Totem, writing contest on January 22, 2010 | 3 Comments »
So Shock Totem is having it’s first writing contest, and I’m in charge. Bwa ha ha ha! Here are the official rules: The Official Shock Totem Flash Contest Rules Hey cats. We’re kicking off our first Shock Totem Writing Contest. It’s going to be a monthly thing, and here are the official rules. 1. The [...]
Glimpse Inside My Head
Posted in Writing, tagged Hey Ya, song stuck in your head on January 21, 2010 | 5 Comments »
Shake it, shake, shake it, shake it, shake it like a Polaroid picture. Aaaaaaand…quickly look away again.
My Contribution: Life
Posted in Writing, tagged Donation for Haiti, Life, we all must do our part on January 19, 2010 | 7 Comments »
I, like most of you, have been moved by the situation in Haiti. Several authors have gotten together and are publishing stories for free that we would have sold otherwise. We’re donating the money to Haiti, and also asking readers to donate a dollar or two if they like what they read. It’s a way [...]
So I’ve Been Reading!
Posted in Writing, tagged Book Reviews in Ten Words or Less on January 18, 2010 | 10 Comments »
A lot! And it has been faaaaaabulous! So it’s time for some reviews in ten words or less. Almost Dead by Lisa Jackson Unlikable characters. I don’t ever want them to be happy. Julie and Julia by Julie Powell Not cute or sweet or fuzzy. Kind of bitter. Death Trap by Sue Henry Cozy murder [...]
Breathe.
Posted in Writing, tagged being productive, stressed, Writing on January 16, 2010 | 11 Comments »
I read something that saved me. Now maybe it’s because I’m An Independent Woman, and An Independant Woman thinks that we can do it all. We take care of the house, the paperwork, the car, the children, clip coupons, volunteer, read fine (and not so fine) literature, and, of course, have a career. While keeping in [...]
“Be Mysterious: Writers in Masks” Features Amber Bird of Varnish
Posted in Writing, tagged Amber Bird, Be Mysterious: Writers in Masks, Varnish on January 15, 2010 | 6 Comments »
With their varied musical backgrounds, varnish disregard genre and simply make the music that feels right. They tend to resist being put into a specific genre, preferring just to call themselves a rock band. However, you might notice their love of British rock, old melodic punk, and 80s college radio. Come visit them here. To [...]
Oh No She Didn’t.
Posted in Writing, tagged Killer Con, ugly pajamas, Vegas on January 14, 2010 | 12 Comments »
Oh yes I did. Remember these colorful pajamas? Well, I didn’t retire them as a wise woman would. I am wearing them. ALL DAY LONG. They are soft and made of fleece and it’s cold and rainy today. Now I’m afraid that my neighbors will suddenly decide to be friendly and my reputation will be [...]
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