Divers
Ruth’s Kickstarter has a week to go! Here’s one of the interior illustrations for The Tembelaka Voyage. This and four other watercolor paintings are available as rewards to Kickstarter backers. Ruth is also doing commissions, both in pencil and watercolor, … Continued
The Blackfeathers
Another interior illustration for The Tembelaka Voyage, the third book in The Blackfeather Chronicles by Ruth Lampi. The Kickstarter is still ongoing until June 24, and you can donate to get a copy of the book or other rewards.
The Wave
One of the interior illustrations for The Tembelaka Voyage, the third book in The Blackfeather Chronicles by Ruth Lampi. If you haven’t checked out the Kickstarter yet, you can still donate (until June 24) and get a copy of this … Continued
Oba
Oba, one of the characters from Orphaned Gods. The great Wei La was audible down on stage, arguing with the orchestra leader about some timing in the score, so Oba dove into her room first. The diva wouldn’t miss a … Continued
Aturi
Aturi is a main character from Orphaned Gods. On the way toward the door, Aturi knelt for a quick prayer at his little folding shrine. The tiny carved figure of Raven, who presided over secrets and memory—as well as death—currently … Continued
Writing fight scenes, part 1
Fight scenes are crucial in any adventure story. Most writers, though, have never had to fight for our lives, so how can we write convincingly about people who do? Luckily, we all have experience with some sort of movement, and … Continued