Jonathan Fesmire

Jonathan Fesmire

Jonathan Fesmire writes steampunk fiction and more. His novel "Bodacious Creed: a Steampunk Zombie W

18/02/2024

Dive into my latest blog where I debunk three bad bits of writing advice that might be holding back your storytelling prowess. Let's challenge the norms and unleash our creativity together!

https://www.jonathanfesmire.com/shooting-down-three-bad-bits-of-writing-advice/

09/02/2024

I just made 100 sales. Very humbled and grateful for the support! https://etsy.me/485dOiM

I sell Decks of Many Things, a Tarokka deck, and more!

01/02/2024

https://www.patreon.com/posts/ethan-closes-new-97615672

There's a new flash fiction story, about 1,100 words, available to my $5 patrons on Patreon. In August 1877, stable worker Ethan Smith closes for the night and encounters one of the most mysterious men in San Francisco.

This story is set in the same world as my trilogy, The Adventures of Bodacious Creed.

31/01/2024

I created a custom wax seal, which I plan to use on to seal the than you cards I send with my Etsy orders! Here's what it looks like.

BTW, my shop is at https://diceharbor.etsy.com/, and you can get signed copies of my books there!

28/01/2024

New blog post about the intersection of technology and in my weird western world, The Creedverse, home of my trilogy, "The Adventures of Bodacious Creed."

http://www.jonathanfesmire.com/spiritualism-and-spirit-rings-in-my-weird-west-world/

24/01/2024

https://www.patreon.com/posts/lucys-righteous-97089102

I have a new flash fiction piece, set in the world of Bodacious Creed: A Steampunk Zombie Western, on my Patreon! That makes a full-length story and a flash fiction tale available, and these stories tie in to my novels.

So far, I have three $5 patrons. My first goal is to get ten. Do you enjoy weird west tales with rich characters and narratives? Then I hope you'll sign up!

18/01/2024

https://www.patreon.com/posts/siege-bodacious-96714939

I did it! My Patreon is live! I've posted the first short story for subscribers, a 5,000-word tale blending my setting, the Creedverse, with harrowing, historical event that happened in San Francisco in 1877.

For just $5, you'll unlock this, and much more coming soon! And if you continue to subscribe at $5 a month, you'll get a 3,000 to 5,000 (or longer) story set in the Creedverse monthly, plus at least three flash fiction pieces. I have more planned as the Patreon grows. This is a fantastic way to support me as an author. Whether you're familiar with my Creedverse novels, "The Adventures of Bodacious Creed," or not, I appreciate your patronage... and, if you leave a message or comment, I'll be sure to respond within a day!
I'm really proud of this story, and I think you're going to love it.

16/01/2024

I plan for my Patreon to go live within the next week or two!

I'm creating stories in my "Creedverse" setting, the alternate of my novels. Readers will get a lot of cool and exclusive stuff for just $5/month!

Here's my latest post all about it.

If you want to support me, you can subscribe now, but all the cool goodies will start going live in the next couple of weeks.

https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-plan-96579175

07/01/2024

When combining genres, is the trick to just mash a bunch of stuff together, or is it better to ensure all elements work together in an organic, harmonious way? I think that question answers itself, but read more here, in my latest blog post!

https://www.jonathanfesmire.com/the-magnificent-art-of-genre-blending/

Reflecting on an author's 2023 journey 31/12/2023

Wrap up the year with me in my latst blog post about what I, as an author, accomplished and got up to in 2023.

Reflecting on an author's 2023 journey Reflecting on an author's 2023 journey: Jonathan Fesmire's year of expanding the Creedverse, attending at Comic-Con, and connecting with peers at events.

Tools That Transformed My Writing Journey 26/12/2023

Merry Christmas everyone!

I'd also like to share my latest blog post about some of my favorite books and courses that have helped me continue to improve my writing craft.

Tools That Transformed My Writing Journey Discover the tools that transformed my writing journey, a curated collection of books, courses, and an app that reshaped my approach to storytelling.

Photos from Jonathan Fesmire's post 21/12/2023

We got some official pics from ! Here's Clark and me at our table, selling my books and stuff!

17/12/2023

Each of the books in my / triology, The Adventures of Bodacous Creed, is available now on Etsy! Get signed copies directly from me! Shipping is cheaper the more you buy! Here's Book 1: https://etsy.me/3v0qdXs

Weaving Holidays into Fiction 17/12/2023

With the holiday season upon is, I present my latest blog post, about incorporating holidays into fiction for added depth and meaning. Enjoy!

Weaving Holidays into Fiction Exploring the art of weaving holidays into fiction, this article delves into using special days to deepen storytelling in the 'Bodacious Creed' series.

15/12/2023

Excited to share the latest addition to my shop: DnD 5e Character Sheet - Dragon Castle by Dice Harbor https://etsy.me/4aiQIHQ

Ethnic Diversity in the Creedverse 10/12/2023

🌟 New Blog Alert! 🌟 Dive into "Ethnic Diversity in the Creedverse." Discover how my steampunk weird western alternate history embraces a spectrum of cultures, intertwining the tales of characters from diverse backgrounds . 🚂💫 This article offers a glimpse into the inclusive world I've created, where each character's heritage enriches their narrative. Read it now to see how diversity shapes the heart of the Creedverse! 📚🌍

Ethnic Diversity in the Creedverse Explore the ethnic diversity in the Creedverse, Jonathan Fesmire's weird west world, and delves into the cultural tapestry of characters in a steampunk world.

10/12/2023

It's here, the Deck of Many More Things in my shop: Deck of Many More Things - 66-card 2023 Deck of Many Things https://etsy.me/4acv484

The Basics of Writing Fantastical Fiction 03/12/2023

New post up in my blog for writers, and maybe of interest to readers, too!

The Basics of Writing Fantastical Fiction Explore the basics of writing fantastical fiction in this guide to crafting compelling fantasy, sci-fi, and supernatural stories with immersive elements.

Get more from Jonathan Fesmire on Patreon 30/11/2023

I met some lovely people at LosCon last weekend.

One suggested that I revisit Patreon, and I realized she's right. Now's the time to do so. I'll be offering two approximately 1,000-word short stories per month for subscribers at the $5 level. (And yes! Some months there will be more, but I don't want to promise that and not be able to deliver.)

This way, people who enjoy my books can keep getting fiction from me even in between novels, and have an easy way to contact me.

Please check out my Patreon and let me know what you think!

Get more from Jonathan Fesmire on Patreon Short Fiction for my Readers

12/11/2023

Sharing the progress and process of my upcoming steampunk weird western novel, "Anna, Daughter of Creed."

http://www.jonathanfesmire.com/the-evolution-of-my-novel-anna-daughter-of-creed/

Indie Author Day at Anaheim Central Library 06/11/2023

Today, I participated in Indie Author Day at the Anaheim Central Library. Here's my blog post all about it!

Indie Author Day at Anaheim Central Library Today, November 5, 2023, was Indie Author Day at Anaheim Central Library. I had the privilege of being a participant. Learn more about it in this blog post.

04/11/2023

On Sunday, I'll be one of the featured authors at Indie Author Day at the Anaheim Central Library! The event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with panels, signings, a bookshop selling our books in the library, and more! I hope to see some of you there!

https://www.anaheim.net/Calendar.aspx?EID=34633&month=11&year=2023&day=5&calType=0

Steampunk and Retrofuturistic Technology 30/10/2023

I have a new blog post live about technology in steampunk fiction, including the weird west, and my own alternate history, the Creedverse!

Steampunk and Retrofuturistic Technology Explore Steampunk and Retrofuturistic Technology with insights from the Creedverse. Learn how history and tech converge in this genre.

Santa Cruz, California: Reality Versus The Creedverse 22/10/2023

Ever considered what your home town or city might be like in an alternate past? I have, and that's why one of the major settings in my weird west world, the Creedverse, is my home town of Santa Cruz, California. In this article, I cover how it differs from its historical counterpart!

Santa Cruz, California: Reality Versus The Creedverse Explore the contrasts between the real Santa Cruz, California and its fictional counterpart in The Creedverse. Dive deep into history, culture, and innovation.

My Upcoming Author Events 15/10/2023

I'll be on panels at the local indie author event at the Anaheim Central Library on November 5, and selling my steampunk zombie western series, "The Adventures of Bodacous Creed," and more, at LosCon over Thanksgiving day weekend! If you can make it to either, say hi!

Here's more information, from my blog:

My Upcoming Author Events Jonathan Fesmire here! Explore my upcoming author events at the Anaheim Library and LosCon 48. Dive into Bodacious Creed's steampunk zombie world.

10/10/2023

Get this gorgeous Tarokka deck or one of my Decks of Many Things in my Etsy store! Spend $40 or more and Etsy will cover $10 of that with the code YES10! Deal lasts to Oct 11, 2023 at midnight ETZ.

Influential Men of the Creedverse 08/10/2023

Two weeks ago I shared an article about the Strong Women of the Creedverse, the steampunk/weird west world of my novels. Today, the blog post is Influential Men of the Creedverse. Enjoy!

Influential Men of the Creedverse Influential men of the Creedverse: James Creed's justice-driven journey, Miles Morgan's technological vision, and Emperor Norton's San Francisco spirit.

Monthly Goals Worksheets for Creatives 01/10/2023

New blog post up on goal setting for writers and other creatives!

Monthly Goals Worksheets for Creatives Unlock your creative potential with monthly goals worksheets for creatives. Learn how to set goals, celebrate achievements, and beat imposter syndrome.

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