Chaos Calling gets a Kirkus Review
In December 2022, Chaos Calling got a Kirkus Review. It’s my first review from an industry trade publication as a published author. It’s a huge milestone for me and the […]
Overturning my Internet bullshit
Once upon a time, I thought fan fiction was terrible. In 2024, I wrote a whole novel based on Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Live long enough, and you may outlive your past self’s Internet bullshit.
Writing a Book Series is a Massive Creative Commitment
And it’s a triple lift if you’re an indie author Writing a book series no one asked for may be one of the most massive creative commitments on Earth. And […]
Kirkus profile on Canadian fantasy author E. M. Williams
It’s official. I’ve got a Kirkus profile! Their digital site has published a piece on me and the writing of Chaos Calling: Book I of The Xenthian Cycle. It’s part […]
Back in the Velvet Ditch
Creative working in 2023? You may be overdue for serious renewal The first signal from the Velvet Ditch is subtle. As usual, I misread it. Gradually, I notice my morning […]
I’m on Learning with Lerner!
Lindsey Lerner, host of the Learning with Lerner Podcast, invited me on her show to talk about being a self-published author and marketing consultant. Since this show involves both work […]
I’ve redesigned emwilliams.ca
Welcome to the redesigned emwilliams.ca webiste! As always, it feels surreal and great to share my work with you. The new site layout is cleaner and more airy. I loved […]
Chaos Calling—GoodReads giveaway
Win 1 of 10 copies of Chaos Calling: Book I of The Xenthian Cycle I’m running a GoodReads giveaway in March. Lucky readers in the United States or Canada will […]
I’m on the Abundantly Aware Podcast!
Katie Woodruff, host of the Abundantly Aware Podcast, invited me on her show to talk about being a self-published author and working with creativity as an artist. We recorded the […]
I’m a guest on the Thinking About Podcast!
The Thinking About Podcast invited me to talk about my writing life and being a self-published author. I was thrilled to be asked. The wonderful Kirsti McNabney hosts this show, […]
Kirkus Magazine showcases Chaos Calling
I’m thrilled to announce that Kirkus Magazine included Chaos Calling: Book I of The Xenthian Cycle in their February 2023 edition. Their review of my book appears on page 181 […]