Writing a Stand Alone Novel vs. a Series

  “Learning never exhausts the mind.” -Leonardo da Vinci   I have written thirteen books and one cookbook. Not bad, right? Interestingly enough though, The Wicked Thorn is proving to be quite a challenge and also a great joy. It truly feels like I am starting over again in many ways. I am not writing…

July Newsletter- First Edition

  I finally did it! I am pleased to announce that my first newsletter is ready and you can all download it as a PDF. Let me know what you think! Shannon Barczak Books 12

Editing, Writing, and More

  I finished writing Awakened Moon and now I am stranded in no man’s land. The manuscript is off to my editor and the question of do I start the next novel begins to form in my mind. The last book in The Hidden Realm Series is practically written. The plot, notes, and outline are…

Upcoming Projects

  I’ve only been out of hibernation for a week and already I am getting asked about what I’m doing for the future. *Sigh* Well, I have a lot planned for this year and I have no idea if I am going to be able to get it all done, but I think it’s always…