Category Archives: Connections

Themes and real life connections for the Okal Rel Universe with the world of ideas and the lives of its creators.

How Do You Start an Epic?

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Lynda Williams

Starting to serialize the Okal Rel Saga, I felt bad about giving artist Jeff Doten so many “talking heads” to illustrate. The truth is, a lot of the first chapter introduces characters and setting. Most writers’ workshops would dump all … Continue reading →

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Visiting Amel

Posted on November 29, 2015 by Lynda Williams

Book 9 of the Okal Rel Saga begins with Sam, barely married, but separated from Amel by war. This morning, preoccupied with work, grief and money, I did not want to get up and face my rel. What is an … Continue reading →

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Blood Makes Lousy Detergent: An Interview with Lynda Williams

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Lynda Williams

Blood Makes Lousy Detergent: An Interview with Lynda Williams.

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One of My Favorite Things

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Lynda Williams

My family are all story-lovers. Among the greatest tributes I have ever earned for the Okal Rel Saga, will always rank the gifts from my daughters, and the beautiful touches like this Okal Rel wrapping paper. I am almost 100% … Continue reading →

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