After a month break from publishing and teaching, this week things got back to normal. Monday saw the kick off of the workshop and yesterday the release of the first of four books I’m publishing this month. Here’s a look at the cover for it- My plan was to launch my coaching business this coming…
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Friday Ramblings From An Author-Summer is Winding Down
An earlier than normal Friday Ramblings from me. Before I forget yet again… I saw this article in ScriptMag a few weeks ago and forgot to add the link to it and then yesterday I found another great article so here are the links- http://www.scriptmag.com/features/three-commonalities-compelling-character? http://www.scriptmag.com/features/understanding-antagonists? It’s back to workshops next…
Great Writing…it’s all about being specific
Ideas for blog posts come at the weirdest times…well at least they do for me. Take today as an example. I’m in the middle of the kitchen makeover project and cleaning the cabinets before they get sanded. The DIY store reminded a product that easily takes away oil and dirt. A great product but…
Monday Writing Prompts-Airport
Today’s prompt is one featuring a last line which is actually dialogue and it is… “Can you give me directions to the airport?” Have fun and happy writing.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-August is Almost History
Does anyone else feel that summer’s gone too fast this year? Maybe it’s because I taught workshops until mid-July and had too many projects going on, but I’m in shock that it’s almost September. I hope summer hangs on for just a little longer. I have two new workshops beginning on September 6th so…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Lazy Friday Afternoon
Sometimes you have to take a break from work and that’s what I did this afternoon. I watched some of the Olympics and then some football (as I call it but I know lots of you think of it as soccer). I’m happy to say the team I support won and now it’s time to get back to…
Monday Writing Prompts-Movies
This week’s prompt is all about going to the cinema. Your character’s been waiting a long time to see a movie but what happens when they get there…or do they even get there? Have fun and happy writing.
Monday Writing Prompts-Olympics
The Olympic games are underway so for this prompt your character is watching them on TV and gets an idea to compete in the next one. What event are they thinking about taking part in and why? Maybe they’re even thinking about creating a new one? Have fun and happy writing.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Welcome to August
August certainly arrived with some heat. Where I live it’s been hot and humid even at 6 a.m. I think I’ve been in saunas that are a lot cooler. At least today is less muggy and it’s been wonderful to turn off the air conditioning and open all the windows. As I didn’t want…
Monday Writing Prompts-House for Sale
Today’s writing prompt features a character who is selling his or her house. What happens when the first prospective buyer walks through the door? Do they make an offer to buy it or perhaps make a strange request? Have fun and happy writing.