Robert W. Oliver II

Snow Day

I’m delighted to announce that my new novel, Snow Day, is now available in both Kindle and print editions on Amazon. Snow Day: One Woman’s Journey Through Anxiety to Love For Miranda, her grandmother’s historic home is more than her most valuable possession. It’s her safety net in the throes of agoraphobia. Despite her promising… Continue reading Snow Day

I Installed Linux 842 Times So You Don’t Have To

I have an addiction: installing Linux. I’ve done it so many times I can set up any distribution on any desktop, laptop, or server with my eyes closed. I use, administer, and develop for Linux every day. I first was introduced to it in 1997 and have used it professionally since. It’s a great system… Continue reading I Installed Linux 842 Times So You Don’t Have To

New Year, New Covers

Happy New Year! I hope you and your loved ones are doing well and staying safe. I’m grateful to have received warm emails from readers who have enjoyed diving into the Jeweled Woods and the mystical tale in my Dragonfly novel during these trying times. I’m sure most of us resolved to make 2021 a… Continue reading New Year, New Covers

An (Accidental) Trip to the Druid’s Gove

A dear friend of mine’s daughter is starting what will surely be an excellent career in art. When the new artist, Selphie Brown, started accepting commissions, I decided to get a new perspective on the Jeweled Woods’ beauty. Selphie and I explored various illustrations, and after a few quick sketches, I decided to have her… Continue reading An (Accidental) Trip to the Druid’s Gove

Living on the Edge

I can’t believe I’m going to write an article defending Microsoft. But there’s a first time for everything. The Verge article, With Edge, Microsoft Forced Windows Updates Just Sank to a New Low, is about the recent move by Microsoft to strongly encourage users to install the Chromium-based Edge on Windows 10. But it’s mostly… Continue reading Living on the Edge

Interview with Jess Carpenter

Fellow indie author Jess Carpenter was kind of enough to sit down with me (virtually) and do a written interview. I enjoyed it. Go check it out!

The Mask of Freedom

Moreso now than any other time in recent memory, we are being asked to weigh the risks and benefits of every action we take. Of course, life is always like this, but the pandemic has certainly brought this daily challenge to the forefront of our minds. And like any modern challenge, many have retreated to… Continue reading The Mask of Freedom

Maeva Dedication

I dedicate each of my books to an individual. Sometimes I know from the start who will be named, and other times I don’t know until the day before publishing. I had dedicated Olivia but had not set one for Maeva. As I sit here in relative comfort during these trying times, it only makes… Continue reading Maeva Dedication

Olivia and Maeva Cover Reveals

It’s been a hectic couple of days, but the launch of Olivia and Maeva is still set for April 5th. Lots of preparations are taking place behind the scenes, but I wanted to share a sneak peak of both covers. I’m grateful to have the help of Amber Stricklin, an amazing graphic artist, to help… Continue reading Olivia and Maeva Cover Reveals

Final Two Novels of Sign of Alchemy Series Launching April 5th

After over a year of blood, sweat, and proverbial tears, the final two novels of the Sign of Alchemy series will be launching on April 5th, 2020. For all you binge readers out there, you’ll be able to dive into two full-length novels spanning a total of almost 700 pages. The first novel, Olivia, will… Continue reading Final Two Novels of Sign of Alchemy Series Launching April 5th