About the Blog

 Why I’m Swimming Upstream

Most people are content to drift with the current, but as a Salmon, I suppose it’s in my DNA to go the other way.

​While my official author site, dcsalmonbooks.com, is where you’ll find my finished stories and published works, this blog is the "upstream" journey. It’s the messy, difficult, and often adventurous path that happens before a book ever hits a shelf.

​What you’ll find here:

• ​The Grit of Writing: The struggle of the blank page and the persistence required to finish a manuscript.
• ​The Spirit of Adventure: Notes from the field, whether I'm researching a setting or just getting lost in the wild.
• ​Life Beyond the Page: Sometimes, I just need to talk about my week. You'll get plenty of book talk, football updates, and—fair warning—a healthy dose of Ice Hockey. ​Note to self: If the Edmonton Oilers make another deep run for Lord Stanley this year, expect this blog to turn into an unofficial fan site for a few weeks! (Let's go, Bouchard!)​

​This isn't just a portfolio; it’s a journal for those who aren’t afraid to fight the current. Whether you are a fellow writer, an avid reader, or just someone navigating your own "upstream" battle, I’m glad you’re here.