The Adventurous Author | How to Write a Book, Character Development, Beat Writer’s Block, Creative Writing, World Building Author DK Drake | Fantasy Author, Adventurous Author Coach, League of Adventurous Authors Leader

Javan comes soooo close to collecting his first dragon today...but then he makes a cocky mistake that lands him (literally) in a sticky situation.
Listen in and enjoy your visit to Zandador!
Your friend,
DK
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Enjoy Chapter 42 of The Dragon Collector!
Your Friend,
DK
 
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In Chapter 41 of The Dragon Collector, Javan opens his big mouth and starts the ticking time bomb that makes collecting his first dragon a near impossibility. 
But it’s that ticking time bomb that helps speed up the story and send it spinning toward its climax. 
Tune in to find out just how long he has to collect that elusive first dragon and what’s at stake if he fails.
 
Your friend,
DK
 
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Today I wanted to share a fun little story that will inspire you to write stories that are met with the silence of awe.
I love that phrase: the silence of awe. I wish I had thought of it. But I have to give credit where credit is due…which would be to AI. Actually, the story I’m sharing today was written by AI. I could have made it much better by adding some dialogue and action, but it’s interesting enough to share.
You can also read the story on the blog.
Enjoy!
Your friend,
DK
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Today I am excited to share a poem with you that I wrote…the prompt for. That’s right. I asked AI to write a poem for the Christian author who wants to write a book but is scared to start.
Starting something new can be scary, especially when it’s a big of a dream as a book. But we’ve got God. He’s with us and gives us the ability to craft amazing stories. So listen in with an open heart and let these words inspire to you get your book started.
Your friend,
DK
Next Steps:
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🎟️ Michael Evans, CEO of Ream, the subscription platform by fiction authors for fiction authors
🎟️ Emilia Rose, serialization and subscription queen
🎟️ Elle Beauregard, experienced co-author
🎟️ Ines Johnson, episodic publishing specialist
🎟️ Kyle Ann Robertson, creative writing coach
🎟️ Brit Poe, aligned publishing connoisseur
… and so, so many more, including yours truly!
This is an affiliate link, so if you choose to invest in the Scribe Pass that gives you extended access to the recordings from all the fabulous presentations, ways to connect with speakers & other attendees, and oodles of bonus gifts from speakers, I’ll get a small commission.
You don’t have to buy anything, though. It’s completely free to attend, and you are going to learn soooo much about the world of publishing!
**Register for the FREE Revolutionize Your Writing Masterclass.** The On-Demand Virtual Experience shows you how to master the art of organizing your story ideas in Notion to set yourself up for fiction writing success.
Escape into the Land of Zandador: Get your free D.K. Drake Starter Library
Purchase one or all of the Dragon Stalker Bloodline Saga books on Amazon.
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2024 has gotten off to a weird start for me, probably because of the way 2023 ended.
But it’s a good weird. Listen in for details.
Your friend,
DK
Next Steps:
Register for your FREE ticket to the Thriving Scribes Summit here. HURRY! The Summit runs from January 22-24.
You’ll be able to soak up innovative publishing models, writing methods, & strategies from incredible speakers like…
🎟️ Michael Evans, CEO of Ream, the subscription platform by fiction authors for fiction authors
🎟️ Emilia Rose, serialization and subscription queen
🎟️ Elle Beauregard, experienced co-author
🎟️ Ines Johnson, episodic publishing specialist
🎟️ Kyle Ann Robertson, creative writing coach
🎟️ Brit Poe, aligned publishing connoisseur
… and so, so many more, including yours truly!
This is an affiliate link, so if you choose to invest in the Scribe Pass that gives you extended access to the recordings from all the fabulous presentations, ways to connect with speakers & other attendees, and oodles of bonus gifts from speakers, I’ll get a small commission.
You don’t have to buy anything, though. It’s completely free to attend, and you are going to learn soooo much about the world of publishing!
**Register for the FREE Revolutionize Your Writing Masterclass.** The On-Demand Virtual Experience shows you how to master the art of organizing your story ideas in Notion to set yourself up for fiction writing success.
Escape into the Land of Zandador: Get your free D.K. Drake Starter Library
Purchase one or all of the Dragon Stalker Bloodline Saga books on Amazon.
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