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The WGA authorized a strike if the current collective bargaining agreement that expires on May 1st isn't renewed.  Over 96% of the union voted to authorize. I won't get into the dirty details of why/what the issues are, but instead explore the ramifications for the entertainment industry and us consumers (I am still one of you you know!). If the writers strike, it's not going to be pretty.  It happened in 2007 and shutdown production on a lot of daily and weekly television, halted new film work, and left a lot of writers scrambling for loans to bridge the gap...

The Phillies swept the Braves. The book signing was a great success and people seem to be really digging Shady Place. We celebrated Ashley's 30th birthday at one of her favorite restaurants. Had a fun time at the Daytona Beach Comic Con, didn't sell any of my books, but helped a good friend at his booth and had some laughs. As much as the anxiety of putting your work into the world can weigh on you, it's great to be able to step back and see that life can really be enjoyable no matter the situation, if you just let...

First of all, hope everyone had a nice Easter Weekend, I took yesterday off from posting, but I'm back.  Did you miss me?  Come on you know you did! So I have a particular brand of gum that I like to chew to refresh my breath throughout the day.  I won't mention the brand (it start with a D and with an entyne).  We buy the stuff by at the wholesale club.  I always have at least a full box in my truck. I chew the Arctic Chill; it's light and refreshing.  Great for getting in front of someone when...

I never know what to expect when my day begins.  I think I know what's going to or should happen, but it never goes that way. Today was interesting. Get up, get ready, go to show property at 10, that was the plan.  (Yes I still have a day job because you guys aren't buying enough books).  Lunch with a friend for their birthday at noon and then the rest of the day was to be free. So how'd it go?  Glad you asked! Get up, check.  Get ready, check. Swing through McDonald's to grab an egg sandwich, the line...

Things had calmed down in Shady Place since the incident, but Jim Phillips had found himself to be a bit of a celebrity. He couldn’t escape the adulation everywhere he went. He hated it. It was against every fiber of his being to be the center of attention, but there it was; he was the most popular man in town. Hiding did Jim no good. People dropped by just to say “hi” and to thank him for the good deed he’d provided Shady Place with just a few weeks prior. The casserole dishes filled his refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and sink....