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Where To Start
After clearing some old stories out of the way at the beginning of the year I determined that this was the year my dream of publishing a novel would become a reality. No excuses were allowed and I would not let the weight of a full time job and family life detract me from accomplishing [...]
Read More →A Tale of Two Books, Part 3
A Tale of Two Books, Part 3 Welcome back. Last week I described the wiki as a writing tool and compared it to a set of Lego’s. No analogies this week, I promise. Instead, I’ll give you a few examples of why I have decided to write a novel based upon a wiki instead of [...]
Read More →A Tale of Two Books, Part 2
A Tale of Two Books, Part II Last week I told you the problems I’ve encountered working with both a rigid outline and using none at all. I also mentioned that I found what appears to be the perfect combination of an outline and creative freedom. Wikipedia gave me the idea. While on their site doing research [...]
Read More →A Tale of Two Books, Part 1
A Tale of Two Books It was recently brought to my attention that the Earth is round. Or, as some would say, spherical, perhaps even an oblate ellipsoid. I’m told this has been proven beyond a shadow of doubt and is now considered a scientific fact. This is also a bit depressing. Pick a direction [...]
Read More →Dear Diary (Jan-13-2013)
Dear Diary, From one ailment to another it seems. This week I came down with a mild version of the flu. In one of those ‘good news/bad news’ kind of segments, the good news is that my eardrum was feeling much better earlier in the week. The bad news is that my head is full [...]
Read More →Dear Diary (Jan-06-2013)
Dear Diary, The day my last entry was posted I finally gave in and went to see a doctor. As this was a Sunday afternoon and no proper offices were open, I found myself sitting in a large waiting room at a place called the Riverview Medical Center. You know, the 24×7 little medical clinics [...]
Read More →Dear Diary (Dec-30-2012)
Dear Diary, It wasn’t the worst week I’ve had this year, not by a long shot, but it was rough nonetheless. At Mom’s holiday party my youngest daughter pointed out that my ear was bleeding. There are a few theories as to how this happened, but the predominant one seems to be that I ruptured my eardrum. [...]
Read More →Dear Diary (Dec-23-2012)
Dear Diary, It’s been a stressful week at work. Not to mention the whole AT&T thing. The entire saga is now up on the blog section. My co-worker, Robert, said goodbye on Friday (12/21). It was his last day. I wish him much success at his new venture. He’s one of the best techs I’ve ever worked [...]
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Review: The Second Internet Cafe, Part 2: The Cascade Annihilator by Chris James
Title: The Cascade Annihilator (The Second Internet Cafe: Part 2) Author: Chris James Format: Kindle Edition Size (Book 2): 514 kb – 261 pages Interest: Science Fiction Rating 0-100: 100 (5 Stars) “I killed you, you know that? And now I gotta kill you again…” Dimension researcher Lucas Hunter returns to confront his nemesis, Dietrich, in an explosive showdown. [...]
Read More →Review: The Norothian Cycle by M. Edward McNally
Title: The Norothian Cycle (Books I-IV) Author: M. Edward McNally Format: Kindle Edition Size (Book I): 927 kb – 475 pages Interest: Fantasy Rating 0-100: 98 (5 Stars) Tilda Lanai has trained for years to take her place among the Guilders of the Miilark Islands, but now the Trade House she is to serve is imperiled by the absence of a [...]
Read More →Review: Blood Land by R.S. Guthrie
Title: Blood Land Author: RS Guthrie Format: Kindle Edition Size: 459 kb – 202 pages Interest: Action/Crime Drama Rating 0-100: 94 (5 Stars) In the taming of the West, the prairies, they bled. There was war between the white man and the Native American, the outlaw against the honorable, the harsh elements against anything that crawled or thirsted—yet as [...]
Read More →Review: Bay’s End by Edward Lorn
Title: Bay’s End Author: Edward Lorn Format: Kindle Edition Interest: Action/Thriller Rating 0-100: 100 (5 Stars) What does it take to ruin a perfectly good summer? Four cherry bombs. When twelve-year-old Trey and his best friend Eddy play a prank on Officer Mack, the resulting chain of events rocks the small town of Bay’s End. Today, Trey Franklin is [...]
Read More →Review: The Biker by J.D. Mader
Title: The Biker Author: JD Mader Publisher: Lockjaw Publishing Format: Kindle Edition Interest: Action/Drama Rating 0-100: 98 (5 Stars) San Francisco is a small city with big problems. When Matt Stark witnesses his father’s murder, he decides to rid the city of one of its problems – the man with the scars. Matt is dangerous [...]
Read More →Review: Joe Cafe by J.D. Mader
Title: Joe Cafe Author: JD Mader Publisher: Lockjaw Publishing Format: Kindle Edition Interest: Crime/Thriller Rating 0-100: 97 (5 Stars) The murder at Joe Café is an abomination. It stops the entire universe. For Michael, it tarnishes everything, including his badge. For Chet and his hostage, it is the beginning of a chase that will lead them through dingy motels and the [...]
Read More →Review: Lost by Rob Guthrie
Title: LOST Author: RS Guthrie Publisher: Blu Pencil Publishing, LLC Format: Kindle Edition Interest: Supernatural/Thriller/Series Rating 0-100: 97 (5 Stars) Denver Detective Bobby Mac returns in this intense horror/thriller, set in the northern panhandle wilderness of Idaho. After receiving a phone call from his brother, the Chief of Police in Rocky Gap, Idaho, Bobby Mac travels north to assist in the [...]
Read More →Review: BRAINRUSH II by Richard Bard
Title: BRAINRUSH II, The Enemy of My Enemy Author: Richard Bard Publisher: Richard Bard Format: Kindle Edition Interest: Supernatural/Thriller/SciFi/Series Rating 0-100: 98 (5 Stars) Jake Bronson is just starting to get his life back together when an old enemy surfaces. The danger is up close and personal, with a mastermind that’s just out of reach. Jake will be forced to fight [...]
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A Tale of Two Books, Part 3
A Tale of Two Books, Part 3 Welcome back. Last week I described the wiki as a writing tool and compared it to a set of Lego’s. No analogies this week, I promise. Instead, I’ll give you a few examples of why I have decided to write a novel based upon a wiki instead of [...]
Read More →A Tale of Two Books, Part 2
A Tale of Two Books, Part II Last week I told you the problems I’ve encountered working with both a rigid outline and using none at all. I also mentioned that I found what appears to be the perfect combination of an outline and creative freedom. Wikipedia gave me the idea. While on their site doing research [...]
Read More →A Tale of Two Books, Part 1
A Tale of Two Books It was recently brought to my attention that the Earth is round. Or, as some would say, spherical, perhaps even an oblate ellipsoid. I’m told this has been proven beyond a shadow of doubt and is now considered a scientific fact. This is also a bit depressing. Pick a direction [...]
Read More →The Shopping Nightmare Before Christmas
There are a lot of things I would rather be doing right now instead of writing this particular blog post. I’m on a winning streak as of late at the poker tables and I feel like I’m cheating myself out of fun and profit sitting here on a Friday night getting ready to throw down [...]
Read More →The News Media (sic)
Let’s get one thing straight right up front. I’m not a journalist. My job is not to spin the facts. I’m a writer, and I blog about writing…mostly. There are times that I wish people reporting the news would do so responsibly, but then I remember. Responsible reporting is not their job; ratings and sales [...]
Read More →Why Do You Write?
Originally posted on June 25, 2012 by K.D. Rush at Indies Unlimited Why Do You Write? What do you need in order to make your life seem complete? Is there a single goal to accomplish, perhaps a lifelong dream that you need to achieve? If fame and fortune are on your bucket list, then I [...]
Read More →America Loves You
America Loves You Ask anyone their opinion of America and you will get an ear full. The views may vary, but listen to the passion in their voices. Even if you disagree with their assessment you can’t deny the conviction of their belief. It’s almost ingrained into their very soul. Changing those beliefs, while not impossible, would [...]
Read More →Boredom
Nothing depresses me more than boredom. Fortunately I haven’t been depressed for a long time. Therein rests the power of writing. It’s a safe haven in a world filled with insanity, an escape from the daily grind, and an unbelievable amount of human suffering, stupidity, and greed that threatens to topple the precarious house of [...]
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The Boy Next Door (Flash Fiction)
The Boy Next Door “I don’t think we’re supposed to be in here,” Gabby whispered. It was plain that Shawn had made up his mind and was unlikely to change it, but still, she tried. “If they catch us…” “They won’t. Not if we’re careful.” He pulled a flashlight from his back pocket [...]
Read More →Grace Under Fire (Civil War poem)
I previously posted the poem in March of this year, but I’m dusting it off and making a few changes before it heads out into the world as a contest entry. So, to Mr. James Blevins, thank you for this writing assignment and the encouragement when I needed it. I know it’s been eight years, [...]
Read More →Variable Selection (a scene from a future novel perhaps?)
I thought about writing something tonight that I wanted to put in my book, but it doesn’t work since I’ve changed direction with the story after plotting it out. While it doesn’t work in the current WIP, this scene just won’t get out of my head. My hope is that if I write it out [...]
Read More →Write 4 Ten: A Song Memory
Donna B. McNicol (@DBMcNicol on Twitter), has a neat little blog that prompts you to write for ten minutes on whatever topic she has posted for the day. It’s called Write 4 Ten, so please check it out. Now, I have to admit that I’m not very good at following rules…or laws for that matter…but [...]
Read More →Into The Abyss (A Writers Poem)
Into The Abyss There is an abyss that lies beyond the mist of dreams, A black curtain that beckons to be pulled free, Inspiration, cloaked in dark shadows, just out of reach, The muse is tempting, taunting, the edge of insanity. A girl, a boy, a child, an adult, Whatever its form, [...]
Read More →The Ride (Ch.1-2)
The Ride by K.D. Rush Memories January, 2012 Mark is a good kid. Our argument yesterday doesn’t change this fact. I remember the arguments that my father and I had over the years. Many were simply due to miscommunication which eventually led to some sort of compromise. Although the one thing my father never compromised [...]
Read More →The Tree (excerpt from the Krazy Diaries)
Sand, one hill after another, strolling through the valley of the shadow of death, I came upon a tree, tall and endless. I first saw it a few hours ago, or it could have been longer. Time had ceased to mean anything to me, much like everything else. But I headed toward the tree as [...]
Read More →The Game (a scene from a future novel perhaps?)
It’s been awhile since I’ve had time to sit in front of the computer for any length of time and write. It’s been a productive couple of days though. While working on some short stories an idea for another novel came to me, so I did what I always do when that happens. I typed [...]
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Video 015 – 016: The Rush Room Bloopers Vol 1 & 2
A look back over the past year (Oct.2011-Sept.2012) at some failed video attempts. My goal is to do these in 1 take. Sometimes it takes more. Much more. Ever have one of those days? A five minute video log turns into a 9 hour production with more than 60 outtakes. It was the medication. [...]
Read More →Video 014: You Want to do WHAT?!?
On her 18th birthday, my youngest daughter Scout decided she would celebrate by jumping out of an airplane. Yeah…I know.
Read More →Video 013: Public Service Announcement
It’s time to give back to the community. This video contains a PSA on responsible reading. I didn’t have time to put music with it, but you’ll live. Enjoy.
Read More →Video 012: Indies Unlimited
Showing off my new Indies Unlimited shirt, and I manage to talk Bandit into making an appearance!
Read More →Video 011: Site Update – Moving Time
Has it really been a month and a half since the last video? Okay, remember when I told you that the next video I did would be interesting? Well…um…
Read More →Video 010: Behind the Scenes
This is a look at some of the tasks, and tools that I used over the past few months to create a video project for work.
Read More →Video 009: A Bad British Accent and a Tweet From an American Icon
I try to do a British accent that sounds more Australian than anything else. Also, a very cool tweet from one of the great American icons…Henry Winkler (The Fonz). Now, how cool is that?
Read More →Video 008: Updates from My World
This video is just an update about the posts available at the site, as well as some exciting news.
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Writing A Novel Is Easy (By Comparison) – Guest Post by Author R.S. Guthrie
The legend that is Rob Guthrie (@RSGuthrie on Twitter) makes a guest appearance on The Rush Room today. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Independence Day than having an independent author, and one that I deeply respect, give us a brief pep talk. He is truly a rare gem in a mountain of coal, [...]
Read More →A New Writer’s Process – Guest Post by Writer Jo-Anne Teal
There is a guest post today that I’m sure you will enjoy. Before we get to it though, let me give you some background. I started my writing journey late last year with no idea of how it would turn out. The goal was to write a novel, but getting to that goal has, at [...]
Read More →Shut The (Expletive Deleted) Up and Write! – Guest Post by Author Edward Lorn
Everyone should have a dream. Mine is to write a novel and publish it. While I do not expect fame and fortune, I’d by lying if I said that the idea of doing an interview for my book hadn’t crossed my mind. In this interview fantasy I’m asked which authors inspired me. It’s the only [...]
Read More →Why I Write: Guest Post by Author Chris James
Folks, I’ve waited a long time to say this. It gives me great pleasure to announce that our guest post today is by author Chris James! And not just any post mind you, he went out of his comfort zone to write a poem for us. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the world premiere [...]
Read More →Being a Writer: Guest Post by Author J.D. Mader
Hold on to your hats folks! No, seriously. J.D. Mader is in the house this week and he does have a hat fetish. He’s also one of the best writers that I’ve come across in the indie author community. JD’s straight up in your face style is hard to duplicate, and this makes him unique [...]
Read More →How I Write – Guest Post by Author D.G.Torrens
Wow, I have a treat for you today! Author D.G. (Dawn) Torrens stopped by The Rush Room for a visit, and you know me, the author in training, I wasn’t about to let her leave without peppering her with a few questions about writing first. You see, Dawn is exactly where I would like to [...]
Read More →Do social media help sell books? – Guest Post by Author Scott Bury
This week I have the privilege of sharing the same URL as author Scott Bury. If you’re not familiar with Scott, then please allow me a moment of introduction. Scott Bury is the author of The Bones of the Earth, a fantasy adventure with many unexpected twists. He has also penned the short story Sam, the Strab [...]
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Liebster Award
This is the ninth blog award for The Rush Room in 2012, and it closes out an amazing year. Thanks go out to Marny Copal for the nomination! She is the author of Freeblood, and says that the word liebster is German for favorite, beloved, or dearest. I’ll take it. It always makes me feel [...]
Read More →Blogger Award
On the better late than never scale, even this is nearly out of date. Back in September of this year JD Mader nominated me for a Blogger Award, and yes, I’m finally getting around to posting it. The past three and a half months have been…busy. My guess is, if other blog awards are any [...]
Read More →Sunshine Award
Seven has always been one of my lucky numbers, and this makes the seventh award for The Rush Room blog. My busy blogger friend Honoré Dupuis (currently residing in the U.K.) sent this award to me exactly seven days ago (wow, just noticed that). Last week his blog received three awards (Of Glass & Paper) and he [...]
Read More →Beautiful Blogger Award
I just got off the phone with my mother after explaining to her that my blog won another award. That makes six phone calls and emails to her about awards thus far. Up until now she’s had nothing but positive things to say. Not that she said anything negative about this award mind you, but [...]
Read More →Napping Blogger Award
You may find this a bit ironic, but I swear it’s true. I stayed up all night working on two different short stories, really in the zone, and then my eyes started to water as the sun came up. This is usually the first indication that I’ve spent too much time in front of the [...]
Read More →Illuminating Blogger Award
My mother is still reeling from the other awards the site has received this week. I’m not sure her poor heart could take another jolt right now. Maybe I’ll wait till next week to tell her about this one. Thanks to CJ at Food Stories for stopping by the site and spreading the good cheer! [...]
Read More →One Lovely Blog Award
This week Honoré Dupuis, world traveler, adventurer, writer and blogger, bestowed the One Lovely Blog award upon The Rush Room. He is a friend from across the pond and writes one of my favorite blogs, Of Glass & Paper. He also has one of the more interesting Pinterest pages that I follow. As if that weren’t enough, you [...]
Read More →Kreativ Blogger Award
The rules: Thank and link back to the person who nominated you. Answer the ten questions. Share ten random facts/thoughts about yourself. Nominate seven worthy blogs for the Kreativ Blogger Award. My mother loves it when I receive awards. I believe she still has the gold leaf trimmed paper with red ribbon from [...]
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KD Rush on Where To Start
LOL - Thanks sir. I'll never turn down a positive plot point.Chris James on Where To Start
Good work, my friend. Just keep moving forward and you'll get to the end. Sending positive plot points your way :)KD Rush on Where To Start
Thanks Alison! It's been an adventure to say the least, but this is the first month I've ever felt like a 'real writer' and it's a blast!Alison Morton on Where To Start
Vary sensible advice and good luck!KD Rush on Review: The Second Internet Cafe, Part 2: The Cascade Annihilator by Chris James
Taking a writing break to catch up with Lucas Hunter was a guilty pleasure. :) Back to work. Write on mate.Chris James on Review: The Second Internet Cafe, Part 2: The Cascade Annihilator by Chris James
KD, My friend, you have my warmest thanks for taking the time to read and review Cascade. That's a thorough and honest review, and I'm over the moon that you enjoyed...KD Rush on A Tale of Two Books, Part 3
Thanks mate. So far it's going really well. I'll be in the middle of writing a scene when a story idea comes to me that's different then what I had...
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