Sneak Peek: The Apps I Use for Writing Books (Markus McDowell)
The apps used by author Markus McDowell uses to write novels for, project and tasks management, timelines, research notes, and the actual writing and editing.
The apps used by author Markus McDowell uses to write novels for, project and tasks management, timelines, research notes, and the actual writing and editing.
“Ethan of Athos” by Bujold is a Vorkosigan series sci-fi novel exploring gender dynamics on a male-only planet through protagonist Ethan. Review by Markus McDowell.
Here is a scene from the speculative fiction novel by Markus McDowell, Mortals As They Walk. The benefits and evils of genetic engineering…
Here is a sneak peek of the first scene in the historical fiction novel about Desert Steve Ragsdale, the founder of Desert Center, California.
I completed the first draft of a historical fiction novel featuring “desert Steve” Ragsdale, founder of Desert Center. The second draft will refine themes, plot, and character authenticity, evaluating the necessity of chronological events. This creative process involves deciding which material enhances Steve’s life story, balancing factual accuracy with engaging storytelling. Now begins the intricate crafting of these scenes into a compelling narrative.
A review of “Middle Earth Lore” by Jeb Smith, a comprehensive view of Tolkien’s world in Lord of the Rings trilogy and beyond. Review by Dr. Markus McDowell.
Pegleg Smith was a historical character known mostly for his legendary lost mine in the California desert. Read this brief introduction to the man, as a character in Markus McDowell’s forthcoming historical fiction novel about Desert Steve Ragsdale, the founder of Desert center, California, in 1921.
A review of a book of essays by Margaret O’Connor on life, suffering, loss, and faith. Review by Dr. Markus McDowell.
Markus McDowell reveals some of the behind-the-scenes work and difficulties in writing this historical fiction novel about Desert Steve Ragsdale and the history of Desert Center, California.
Book review of Babel, by R.F. Kuang, an alternative history filled with language, etymologies, and magic, set in 19th century Oxford. Review by Dr. Markus McDowell.