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Russell Stoll writes fantasy and sci-fi for young adults and older folks who still dream in color.

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The Smithson School was supposed to help Timothy Starr control his strange new powers, not put his life in jeopardy.  Learn more

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Mourning a lost friend…podcast, that is

September 6, 2022 | Russell Stoll Comments Off on Mourning a lost friend…podcast, that is

The Six Figure Authors podcast closed up digital shop in late April. There wasn’t enough time to host the show and get on with the business of life for the three hosts: Lindsay Buroker, Joe Lallo and Andrea Pearson, all successful, mid-list fiction writers.

Thankfully, the archives are still available. If you’re an aspiring writer, listen to these episodes — they’re filled with down-to-earth advice on making a real living as a writer, and not just as some slave to Big Publishing.

Thanks for the wisdom, kind people.

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Partnering with your Muse

March 21, 2021 | Russell Stoll Comments Off on Partnering with your Muse

This is a wonderful TED Talk from a few years back.

Snappy aphorism of the day

April 24, 2020 | Russell Stoll Comments Off on Snappy aphorism of the day
 

Once you’ve accepted your flaws, no one can use them against you. – George R.R. Martin

 

A Blast from the Past

April 14, 2020 | Russell Stoll Comments Off on A Blast from the Past

Back in my LEGO Creative Director days, I commissioned Templar Studios in NYC to produce an online game to feature the new LEGO Bionicle toys. Here’s a terrific 30-minute documentary about its production.
 

Maker’s Schedule vs. Manager’s Schedule

May 16, 2018 | Russell Stoll 0

It’s a real headache for writers and other creative work that most of the world runs according to a manager’s schedule (with office hours from 9am-5pm peppered with 1/2 hour-long meetings). Creative folk need uninterrupted time.

Visit this link for an insightful take on the dilemma. If you’ve figured this all out, and can still feed a family of 5, send me a note. I’ll be eternally grateful.

Linguist Erik Singer analyzes movie impressions

September 2, 2017 | Russell Stoll 0

A compelling TED talk about manipulative social media

July 27, 2017 | Russell Stoll 0

A Gem from Kurt Vonnegut

July 21, 2016 | Russell Stoll 0

Make Good Art

June 1, 2016 | Russell Stoll 0

I loved this commencement address from Neil Gaiman, one of my heroes. Enjoy.

Another nice review

June 22, 2015 | Russell Stoll 0

Catherine Rose Putsche just added a nice review of Quiznot on her blog. Here’s an excerpt:

What a wonderfully crafted story! I was pretty much hooked from the start and look forward to reading more books in this planned trilogy. Russell Stoll has successfully created a thrilling young adult/sci-fi/fantasy book with a likable heroine that the reader can get behind and root for as he is strong, brave and loyal. The only disappointment I had is that I must wait to hear more of Timothy’s adventures and can’t wait to see what they entail. I expect an exciting epic to be awaiting this heroine.

I hear you all. Write faster, Russ.

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About Russ

Russell Stoll writes fantasy and sci-fi for young adults and older folks who still dream in color.

Works in progress

A Rift Rider Awakes, the After Time series, Book 1
Time travel epic fantasy — Spring 2023

Dragons Alive, the After Time series, Book 2
Time travel epic fantasy — Spring 2023

Writer’s resources

Books on craft
Spellbinding Sentences
Building Great Sentences

Podcasts for writers
Joanna Penn
Six Figure Authors

Other online resources
Great Music to Write By

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