Writing

Do you ever wonder what happens behind the scenes for writers? Thinking about your favorite author, have you considered what their average day looks like?

I sure wondered!

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There was a time when I believed professional writers a part of some elite crowd. Untouchable, glamorous artists producing works beyond my humble comprehension and changing the world’s view one perfect prose at a time.

Then in 2003 I attended my first writers conference. There I made an important discovery…

These people are nuts and I like them!

In one weekend the veil tore away and I learned writers were like me. A bunch of loons who have conversations with their imaginary characters. Who sit buggy-eyed in front of their computers eating way too much junk food and sucking down coffee or tea as if it were the nectar of life. They type until their hands cramp and heads ache, struggling to bring into words the uncontainable ideas within.

In short, I discovered authors are people too. They have lives like you and me. They struggle through high points and low points.

Some of their houses probably suffer from neglect like mine.

So when you don’t find me elaborating on research or filling your head with fanciful stories, you’ll find me just being honest about life.

Transparency in Writing Matters

Here on this blog, just as in my Tale of the Clans series, I strive for transparency. I want to share relevant things. Relatable things.  Truth.

Most important of all, I want to demonstrate how Christ works through us, even in our evident weakness. This is the place where I get honest about this crazy life we live.

Where to from Here?

I’m glad you asked!

First is the historical fiction. If you’re hungry for epic adventure through Viking-era Ireland with romance and more than a touch of danger, then you’ll love Tale of the Clans. You can find the series by clicking that link or going to the drop-down under “Writing” in the main menu.

There you’ll find my book table with information and retailers for each book.

But wait, there’s more!

If you’re familiar with my site, you’ll know I like to make things ridiculously easy for folks. So in that spirit, here are the links to each of the current four books (yes, I am writing more) in the Tale of the Clans series:

For publication updates, join the Clan Newsletter.

Want More Adventure?

Personal Writing

In Christ,

M.N. Stroh

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