The mid-life journey of D.M. De Alwis product leader turned mythological fantasy and children's book author.
Anecdotal Evidence
I've been firing on all cylinders in the last week. My daughter caught a debilitating stomach virus. I ended up self-medicating with YouTube videos and experimented with social media. I rubbed my daughter's belly and sang, "belly ache, belly ache, go away, go away." She's better now.
Author Blog
A Day of Books, Connections, and Unexpected Moments. Have you ever wondered what happens when an author steps into the vibrant world of Comicon?
Nostalgic comparison of writing a novel in the pre-mobile era. I finished writing THE TAKING in the year 2000. I write about why my first novel does not reflect the calibre of my writing today.
I’ve written a novel I’ve submitted to agents and publishers. Now what?
A recap of the achievements of 2024 and what I would like to improve in the coming year.
Author Blog
What was life like in the past? Humans weren't just surviving—they had intricate societies and complex social landscapes. History contains stories of adaptation and resilience. The past is a mirror reflecting our complexities. Who were we? Who are we still?
No MFA is required. I fumbled and bumbled into what made sense for my novel.
Back to the grind after time away from my novel.
Struggling with revisions? This checklist covers key elements to refine your manuscript—from historical accuracy to tightening passive POV. Read more on how to revise with objectivity.
Drama in the #WriterCommunity and #Querying Hell.
Breaking through the 4th wall with version 5.0 of my manuscript.
An exploration of artificial intelligence's limitations in capturing cultural nuance and storytelling depth.