by R. Scott Boyer | Nov 22, 2013 | YA World
I am pleased to announce that the Kirkus Review for my debut novel, Bobby Ether and the Academy, arrived today. As with most reviews, there is some bad along with the good, but overall I am pleased with the review and find it to be a fair and honest portrayal of the...
by R. Scott Boyer | Oct 30, 2013 | YA World
Many years ago, I had a boss who taught me about the various levels of competence. As a basketball coach and volunteer who loves working with kids, I have found this simple model extremely helpful in teaching a new skill, or gauging someone’s progress. It...
by R. Scott Boyer | Oct 23, 2013 | YA World
I am thrilled to announce that, in honor of my 40th birthday, I am giving away ten free signed copy of my debut novel, Bobby Ether and the Academy. The giveaway is being hosted by Goodreads.com, with the winners selected on my birthday, November 27th. To participate...
by R. Scott Boyer | Oct 11, 2013 | Creative Process
One of the biggest fears many writers have is the fear that what they’ve written isn’t good. Often times, this anxiety can be so debilitating that the story grinds to a halt, the author unable to progress because the story’s current status isn’t perfect...
by R. Scott Boyer | Oct 2, 2013 | Creative Process, Inspiration
I have an expression for when I’m able to visualize my characters and their stories at their fullest––those times when it feels like I’m not creating so much as witnessing and chronicling their adventures. I call it “being in the pool.” I use...