Make Art Not War is a phrase that’s been popularized by street artist Shepard Fairy in a series of murals, like the one pictured above, found in Los Angeles and other parts of California. The phrase is simple. Powerful. The imagery clear. And it is my motto for 2017 for these reasons. To that end, […]
Year: 2016
Make Art Not War With Me In 2017 (Part One)
Back when Bush, Jr. was in office, I remember thinking to myself that his presidency would solidify the shape of the future. Either we were going to figure out how to stop the divisiveness that was forming between the two major parties, or eventually that divide would become a chasm they couldn’t cross without a […]
[Announcement] Writing the Other 2017 Classes
I am pleased to share that I am teaching a Writing the Other class about RPGs in February 2017. The full text of the announcement, including instructions on how to get updates, is on the newly revamped www.writingtheother.com website. In addition to the classes that I am teaching, I thought you might be interested in […]
[New Release] Upside Down: Inverted Tropes in Storytelling
“This compendium of literary undercutting and rebuilding is both enjoyable to read and an incisive work of commentary on the genre.” — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) Now Available! Upside Down: Inverted Tropes in Storytelling is an anthology of short stories, poetry, and essays edited by Monica Valentinelli and Jaym Gates. Over two dozen authors, ranging […]
RPG Creator Relief Fund Achieves 501(3) Status and a Look Ahead
If you recall, you might remember that I’m part of the RPG Creator Relief Fund. I’ve got great news! This year, we achieved 501(3) status and this will help the charity grow in the future to help other creators in dire need. Plus, if you’re looking for charities to donate to, your contributions are tax […]