Author Archives
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Inspirational Quotes for Writers #10
Whenever you are fed up with life, start writing: ink is the great cure for all human ills, as I have found out long ago – C. S. Lewis [wp_ad_camp_1]
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Critique Group – Zënaide
Let’s spout some great critiques today without making the writer feel blue. Don’t forget the critiquing guidelines. All you have to do is post a comment about the submission below. Don’t feel like you have to critique the whole piece. Even… Read More ›
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Favorite Male Character Poll Outside of Dragons in our Midst
It’s time for a new poll, this time about your favorite male characters outside of the Dragons in our Midst story world. You may choose up to three names and/or add a name if your choice isn’t on the list…. Read More ›
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Gems from Joan of Arc by Mark Twain
In past posts, I have talked about two of my three favorite novels–To Kill a Mockingbird and Till We Have Faces. Today, I present Mark Twain’s Joan of Arc. This is not a typical book review. I will just provide… Read More ›
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Story Development – Wanted, A Superhero to Save the World Part 9
In our ongoing lessons on story development, I give you part 9 of “Wanted, A Superhero to Save the World.” In this excerpt, Eddie and Sam prepare to set out on an initial journey, hoping to gather what Eddie needs to… Read More ›
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Some Poetry for a Sunday – Joseph’s Choice
Joseph’s Choice Bryan Davis A stone, O Joseph, cast a stone; Obey the law she must have known. A pregnant girl cannot deny Her pose of virtue shouts a lie. We stand beside you, stones in hand; Just say the… Read More ›
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Inspirational Quotes for Writers #9
Be courageous and try to write in a way that scares you a little. – Holley Gerth [wp_ad_camp_1]
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Critique Group – Once Upon a Fantasy
At least we hope to avoid being too negative. We always start with a positive statement before we rip it to … ahem … provide more critical statements. Don’t forget the critiquing guidelines. All you have to do is post a… Read More ›
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Favorite Male Character Poll for Dragons in our Midst
It’s time for a new poll, this time about your favorite male characters from the Dragons in our Midst story world. I will conduct another poll on a later date about other series. You may choose up to three names… Read More ›
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The Writing Life – A Geek’s Perspective
I am often asked what it’s like to be a writer, and I wonder if describing my life would create a false perception. Based on what I hear from others, I’m an anomaly. Okay, that’s too formal. Actually, I’m a… Read More ›