How I Choose a Story Setting
As a child who lived a fairly nomadic existence while growing up, I’ve had the opportunity to experience life in a variety of locations...
A New Year, An Old Debate - Should I Write What I Know, or What I Wish to Know?
As I enter into a new year, creating new stories, I find myself going back to an old question. Should I write what I know, or what I wish...
What Will He Find? - Beyond the Clearing Excerpt!
It's getting close now! To kick off the March 26th book launch for Beyond the Clearing, I thought I'd post an excerpt to whet your...
Beyond the Clearing - Cover Reveal!
The cover for Beyond the Clearing is finally here! My latest suspense/thriller is set to be released in March and I'm excited to bring...
All the Shiny Things - Upcoming Release 9/27/13!
Well, it's almost here! The sequel to Redwood Violet, All the Shiny Things is due to launch on September 27, 2013. I'm so excited that...
My Inspiration for Redwood Violet
The odd thing about inspiration is that sometimes it's present when you don't even realize it. I have always been a fan of suspense...
Finding Your Voice - Writing in Third Person
How many times had I started a novel in first person, only to backtrack and change to third? A few times, but it was a few times too many...
If Redwood Violet Became a Movie!
So, I thought I'd have a little fun today. After having, what I consider, a fairly successful promotion for REDWOOD VIOLET on Amazon over...
Writing is a Business!
When I first dreamt of becoming a writer, I imagined myself tucked away in a secluded cabin overlooking a lake. The prose would flow as...
Robin Mahle - Author and Blogger?
Yes to the first part and, well... I'm working on the second. Thanks for making it this far on your journey of discovery into my world. I...