Author: dianadaviswrite

Recently, a number of events have convinced me that speculative fiction writers must embrace change, no matter how painful. Change is inevitable, and it's foolish to act as if everything is set in stone. Indeed, if we are to be true to ourselves as speculative fiction (SF/fantasy) writers, we NEED to ask the perennial question … Continue reading The Future IS Change…Or, Not More Of The Same →

This time of the year is always hectic. The new semester has started, so I'm simultaneously teaching and taking classes. My new plan is to go back for a Ph.D. or E.D. in Instructional Design, so my current focus is bulking up my tech skills. I'm already good with technology and software, but know things … Continue reading Time Management →

For most people, New Year's doesn't start until January. As an educator, September feels like a new year. Somehow, though, I've got a third beginning: July. Let me explain. July 2013, faced with great difficulties, after a very long hiatus, I returned to writing. July 2015, my hard work paid off and I traveled to … Continue reading Happy New…July? →

I attended my first BookCon this year. It gave me food for thought, in ways I’d not anticipated. It also dovetailed with some things I’d been mulling over for the last few months about writers and readers and how they connect. I had a good time, too, and even managed to gain my “sea legs” … Continue reading Readers and Writers →

Things continue to progress on a number of fronts. I find myself more interested in undertaking business projects and nonfiction ones. I enjoy fiction very much, but as it's said, one cannot live by bread alone. I think having a variety of material and styles help keep one flexible and more in tune with the … Continue reading And yet more changes…. →

Welcome to the new site! My trade name, Writing Mercenary, is now registered, the tax forms are submitted, and the goal is to open for business February 1! My services will include editing for individuals and companies. That will include fiction and non-fiction. I'm gathering testimonials now, so if you'd like to be part of … Continue reading More Changes →

January is off to a fast start! Five new courses to design, and two proposals out for more. The novel edits continue, and notes are being worked out for two other projects. My writing has always been a serious hobby, but now it will be a business. I'm filing sole proprietorship paperwork to be a … Continue reading Changes →