From COVID-19 to our challenges with racism, we're swamped by numerous storms. Here's how reading and writing can help reduce stress and keep your spirits up during trying times.

Dark & Fevered Dreams is an online young adult supernatural story. This site utilizes fiction, art and video to create an immersive experience. Click here to learn more!

During a Pride Month held in the midst of a pandemic as mass protests against racism continue, I asked young people about their thoughts on the world today... and about their hopes for a better tomorrow.

What's in a name? A  lot more than you might think. Here's a spoiler-free explanation behind the title of Book 2 in the Quinton's Curious Mind YA series. 

My first (albeit unpublished) novel was a tale about a mysterious vandal, a parapsychologist and about dark and sinister alter-egos. And it was based on a true story!

A sequel to My Summer (with Robots) is in the works... and it has a title, too! Here's a spoiler-free first look at My Summer (Under the Crescent Moon). 

A mysterious house in the desert, a best friend turned back-stabber, the return of an old admirer, and a beat-up robot rabbit. Welcome to Quinton's last summer before high school.

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When Rose Washington answers Meryl's ad for a roommate, it's like a dream come true. Unfortunately, Rose's preoccupation with a 100-year-old legend may turn that dream into a deadly nightmare.

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Tyler's not the type of teenager who spends time considering life after death. But when a mysterious boy enters his foster home, it launches him on a quest where lifetimes overlap and a murderer still lurks. 

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Writer.

I'm an author of young adult fiction, currently working on the sequel to my most recent novel, My Summer (with Robots). More about me.

Artist.

I'm also an illustrator, photographer and filmmaker and I feature many of my creations  on my Instagram page @darkandfevered

Nerd.

I'm an unapologetic nerd who loves Star Wars, comics, book stores, toys, etc... and my writing often reflects my nerdish interests. Examples  below or on Articles.

Its star catching on fire during production may have been a bad omen for The Powers of Matthew Star. Things didn't get better.

Whiz Kids was about a group of computer-loving teen nerds. Here's why I found new appreciation for this mostly forgotten TV show 30+ years after its cancellation. 

As soon as I began renovating my house, I began finding old coins in the walls, behind baseboards or wedged in doorjambs. Was this coincidental... or something much older and stranger?

While the COVID-19 pandemic might prevent teens from going to school or hanging out with friends, they can still stimulate their imagination and creativity with these special features.

I journaled for years... and then stopped. Here's why I regret that decision and why journaling is so valuable to authors.

With The Clone Wars wrapping up some loose ends, here's  my 2010 review of the series and thoughts on why it's some of the best Star Wars  going.