THE BLOG
Notes from the late hours
Essays on writing and publishing, why poetry matters, the questions worth staying up for, and what happens after dark.
Writing Through New Fatherhood: My 2025 Recap as an Author
The year that forced me to stop being productive for a while, and what it gave back.
A Writer is the Sum of His Experiences: Tips for New Writers
Why rereading my old books showed me how much I’ve grown, plus honest advice for new writers struggling to find their voice. Free guide inside.
Poetry Will Change Your Life Forever: 5 Benefits of Writing Poetry
How writing verse taught me to name feelings I couldn't otherwise say out loud.
Reflecting and Improving as an Indie Author: Lessons From My First Book
I edited my first poetry book and designed its cover myself, and it showed. Here's what went wrong, how I fixed it, and what indie authors can learn.
Bittersweet Review: 5 Stars From Literary Titan + Interview
Literary Titan gave my poetry collection, Bittersweet, five stars. Read the review highlights and my interview about the Marine years that shaped the book.
Why We Must Read or Write Poetry: 7 Reasons Poetry Matters
Seven reasons, and the one that matters most: poetry proves you aren't the first to feel this.
Live a Life Worth Writing About
The best things I’ve done are the things I had to gather courage for first. That’s the whole philosophy behind this site, in one post.