Writing Niche
My taste in books, movies, and media has never leaned toward the mainstream. I’ve always been more interested in cult favorites. It probably isn’t surprising that my writing reflects those same instincts.
I’ve enjoyed playing in a number of creative sandboxes, moving between genres and tones as a way of learning. Each project teaches me something different about structure, voice, pacing, or simply what I enjoy spending time with on the page.
I’ve enjoyed playing in a number of creative sandboxes, moving between genres and tones as a way of learning. Each project teaches me something different about structure, voice, pacing, or simply what I enjoy spending time with on the page.
Published on January 02, 2026 21:40
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Humble beginnings
My first book was never part of a grand plan. There was no lifelong dream, no carefully plotted author origin story. It began, as many questionable life decisions do, in a bar in Toronto.
I stumbled in My first book was never part of a grand plan. There was no lifelong dream, no carefully plotted author origin story. It began, as many questionable life decisions do, in a bar in Toronto.
I stumbled into a reading by Lola Faust for Triceratops and Bottoms and laughed so hard I nearly lost control of my bladder. What followed was a classic deep dive.
Before long, I was planning a full-blown dino erotica–themed movie night. Commitment matters and I should be committed!
So, in a moment of “this seems reasonable,” I decided to write my own piece of dino erotica for my friends. Just as a joke. A parting gift at the end of movie night. Boy was I wrong!
That ridiculous little book introduced me to an author community. It led me to my good friend and writing partner, Rob Bon. Most importantly, it gave me the confidence to try again.
...more
I stumbled in My first book was never part of a grand plan. There was no lifelong dream, no carefully plotted author origin story. It began, as many questionable life decisions do, in a bar in Toronto.
I stumbled into a reading by Lola Faust for Triceratops and Bottoms and laughed so hard I nearly lost control of my bladder. What followed was a classic deep dive.
Before long, I was planning a full-blown dino erotica–themed movie night. Commitment matters and I should be committed!
So, in a moment of “this seems reasonable,” I decided to write my own piece of dino erotica for my friends. Just as a joke. A parting gift at the end of movie night. Boy was I wrong!
That ridiculous little book introduced me to an author community. It led me to my good friend and writing partner, Rob Bon. Most importantly, it gave me the confidence to try again.
...more
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