Frequently Asked Questions
- Are you LGBTQIA?
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The easy answer that I give non-queers because I'm in a same-sex relationship: I'm Gay!
The answer that I give other queers: I'm bisexual!
The actual answer that I only give people interested in having the conversation: I'm Demi, both romantic and sexually. Gender doesn't matter so much as the connection.
- Can I contact you?
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Absolutely!
The quickest way is through my email!
- What are your favorite books?
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I'm a big fan of series:
All for the Game Nora Sakavic
The Raven Cycle / The Dreamer Trilogy Maggie Stiefvater
The Rise and Fall of Simon Snow Rainbow Rowell
Six of Crows / Crooked Saints Leigh Bardugo
The Sum of it's Parts EM Holloway
Green Creek TJ Klune
Medium Trouble Alice Winters
And Harry Potter, though our community has a complicated relationship with that right now.
Stand Alones: Red, White and Royal Blue, Aristotle and Dante, Under the Whispering Door
- I liked the 2016 Just Juliet & Loving Lakyn - can I still buy them?
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In short, no. They're no longer in print due to the fact that I no longer have a relationship with that publisher.
But, it is possible to find used copies, sometimes online, sometimes in stores, and some libraries still carry them.
I also have a few copies myself, left overs that didn't sell at cons or signings, though not many. I will happily send these to anyone who asks, for the cost of shipping. In the US that's about $6, outside it's about $20.
- Why don't your books have more plot?
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I love plot as much as the next person, but I have found that with my books, my interest lies more in the characters. I suppose I am writing their memoirs for them.
- Can you read my novel?
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I wish I could. Unfortunately, I have quite a full plate, but please, keep writing! Seek out writing groups either in your school, local library, or online for the best help and moral support! It's also a great way to make friends!
- How did you come out?
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It's a long story, but here are the quick facts:
- When I came out to my best friend (read: sister) she said "hey, me too!"
- I told my sisters first and, in the end, none of us are straight
- I stressed out for ages over telling my mom - deciding I wouldn't bother unless I got a girlfriend. It ended up coming out one night while we were working on a project together. She loves me no matter what and I can't believe I doubted that for even a second.
- My dad basically said, "I know, can we have tacos for dinner?"
I'm one of the lucky ones - I didn't lose any friends, or family, that mattered, and while I have lots of Southern Christians in my family, I've been met with much more acceptance than I thought possible. It's not always that way, and I never take it for granted.
- Can you help me come out?
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Yes and no. It's hard to give someone that I don't know personally advice on how to handle such a life changing topic. The best I can do is remind you that this is your thing, and it should come at your own time. You should get to make the decision on who, how, and when to come out. But remember that once you start, the ball starts rolling fast. A few close people may keep your secret for awhile, but eventually others (like your parents) will find out - and it's always best if they hear it from you first.
Online is a great place to start, tumblr and reddit always have personal stories available, check out Coming Out stories on youtube. If you're worried about someone in your family looking at your browser history - visit your local library.
If you need to talk to someone, or fear for your safety, reach out to The Trevor Project.
- How did you meet your wife?
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Playing Dungeons and Dragons :)
- How did you propose?
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I put together a D&D game on October 10th, 2020 where the end goal was to open a chest that held my girlfriend's engagement ring.
She proposed to me the day after, October 11th (coincidently Coming Out Day) with a Harry Potter wine tour. - How can I keep up with what's new?
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Follow my blog. It's where I post any and all updates, so that I can reach as many people at once as possible.
Or, just check in on occasion. Who knows what you will find!
- Will you sign my book?
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Absolutely! It is a little complicated though, if you can't make it to an event in person.
You can buy the book through me and cover the shipping to you ($6 for US, around $20 for out of country). I will sign it and ship it for you.
I cannot sign a book you already own without being in-person, as I don't have a PO Box, and am not comfortable giving out my personal address.
Feel free to email me if interested! - I'm a Book Blogger, BookToker, BookTuber, can I have a free copy to review?
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Yes!
Shoot me a message and I will send you a digital file! And make sure to let me know when the review goes up, so I can put it on the site!