One week into NaNoWriMo and how are things going? The winner of my e-book giveaway is Josie who e-mailed me along with lots of other people. It was enlightening reading about your writing struggles and many of you face the same issues. At the top of that list was time management and motivation. Two topics…
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10 Romances Worth Reading
Nalini is back as today’s guest blogger and she shares with us 10 romance novels that she feels you should read- I’m a huge fan of books with diverse characters and so am always on the hunt for these. From a biracial movie producer in Bollywood to a small town mayor, from an Irish crime…
Wednesday Writing Prompts-A Conversation
A new month and the start of a new set of prompts. I thought we’d use November to put some photo prompts to good use. Another idea was to use the prompts to practice various writing skills and this week it’s dialogue. Here’s the photo. Start with some dialogue. What are these two people saying…
NaNoWriMo-Book Giveaway
It’s day five of NaNoWriMo, how are things going? One thing I always say is reward yourself for your successes (even the smallest ones). I’d like to reward you with a book, well it’s an e-book. It’s my Nailed It! Writing a Novel in 30 Days Journal and Planner. One person will receive a copy…
Monday Motivation-We’re In This Together
I love this quote and what better time to support your fellow writer than during NaNoWriMo. Join a group, be part of a team or get together with another author and use this month to cheer one another one and celebrate your successes together.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Day One of NaNoWriMo
The Getting Ready for NaNoWriMo is over and now heading to the retirement home (my writing school over at Zenler), for old workshops. However, today is Day 1 for all those taking part. If you need some tips, I have some classes on the topic over at Skillshare…in fact, I’ve had the most students this month over on…
Fulfilling a Dream
Say hello to today’s guest blogger, Susan Royal who shares with us how her writing career got started… Ever since I was a child, I’ve been hooked on storytelling and becoming a writer. I still have my first attempt. A book made out of ruled notebook pages and bound with red ribbon, written and illustrated…
Wednesday Writing Prompts-Family Ties
It’s the final Wednesday of the month which means the last of the sayings- This time it’s Like father, like son. What story can you think of that features a father and son duo? Do they see eye to eye? Maybe have a falling out or even a reunion. If you’re journaling write about…
On Your Marks, Get Set….Go-NaNoWriMo
NaNoWriMo starts on Friday. Who’s taking part this year? I’m so, so tempted to tackle it because I have a story brewing in my head but I know what with teaching and planning upcoming classes, I’m not going to have time. Good luck to everyone who’s going to do it. Remember you’re a winner just…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Getting Closer to 1,000!
The last full week of October comes to an end. I don’t know if it’s because this year is heading toward its final few months or what, but I’ve been in the mood to clear the clutter on my laptop. I realized I have so many notes on writing, story ideas, promotion, you name…