Originally appeared in Freeport’s Journal Standard. Let me make one thing clear: I like technology. Every day I use my MacBook, iPod, camera and cell phone. I often rely on my microwave, dishwasher, fridge and other appliances. I feel blessed to live in the 21st century, driving my somewhat reliable car and residing in a [...]
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Creating Your Green List
Posted in Writing on October 13, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Contest!!
Posted in Writing, tagged contests on November 3, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Just saw this contest—the deadline is tonight, so hurry! It’s the Guide to Literary Agents contest for unpublished, completed, YA novels. Submit the first 200 words of your novel and you’re eligible to win a free 10-page critique! See ALL details of the contest to be eligible. Good luck!!
Characteristics of a Writer
Posted in Writing, tagged writer characteristics on September 24, 2010 | 10 Comments »
Last week, Vicki made a comment on the Write Your Own Poetry post. She said, “I think we all get that, as writers, sadness is an emotion that can produce beauty of its own.” That idea tickled my muse. It made me think about what else writers may have in common. There will always be [...]
Not a Matter of Time
Posted in Writing, tagged motivation on September 17, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Before I forget: Writer’s Book Club will discuss WALK TWO MOONS by Sharon Creech on October 9th. Hope you’ll join us! Also, I’ve recently been posting Anne Lamott’s genius quotes on my Facebook. If you’re not following and would like to, send me a friend request (FB link on right side of this page). And [...]
Announcements
Posted in Writing on July 5, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The next meeting of the Writer’s Book Club is August 7th, and we’ll discuss THE EVOLUTION OF CALPURNIA TATE by Jacqueline Kelly. Hope you’ll join us! I’m leaving tomorrow for a five-day writing retreat with Sav & Vicki. Okay, so we may do more sight-seeing, hiking, swimming, boating, reading, and relaxing than actual writing . [...]
Epiphany
Posted in Writing, tagged motivation on May 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Before I climb on my soapbox, the next book club discussion is June 26th for THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins. Hope you’ll read it (if you haven’t already!) and join us here on the 26th. Now. The epiphany. For those who don’t know, I’ve been working part-time for the Census Bureau since March. Full-time [...]
Hanging On
Posted in Writing, tagged Links on May 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Sorry I’ve been MIA lately—my job is taking over the world! Or maybe just my free time, which feels like the end of the world. But I’m still planning to host the book club discussion on May 15th, so don’t forget to read LEVIATHAN by Scott Westerfeld! And to appease you for today, the menu [...]
Random Q & A
Posted in Writing, tagged backgounds, pictures, questions on April 24, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This week I’m frantically working on my third draft, and thus a little scatterbrained in the real world. Since I’m late posting—and don’t have time or focus for a coherent topic—today I’ll answer questions from Ann and kill two cockroaches with one shoe. Hi, Ann! *waves* Ann writes, “I like your title: The River’s Edge……this [...]
Turning Your Manuscript into an Audiobook
Posted in Editing, Writing, tagged audiobooks on April 16, 2010 | 2 Comments »
You’ve probably heard the advice, “Read your writing out loud.” And you probably know why it’s so important, but just in case you don’t—our eyes tend to gloss over mistakes. When you’re reading on paper or on the computer screen, your brain makes assumptions. We think about what should be there, not necessarily what is [...]
Catching Up
Posted in Writing, tagged Links on March 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I apologize for being absent for SO long without any explanation or warning! My new job wiped me out for a couple weeks, but it should be a little slower from now until mid-April. Just a reminder: the book club meets this Saturday to discuss DAIRY QUEEN! If you’re busy with Easter weekend, feel free [...]
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