I've decided to become more active with Goodreads, "the" social networking site for bibliophiles. I've had an author page since my book was published last June, but I never took the time to do anything with it. In taking a tour of all Goodreads has to offer, I am so impressed! What a beautiful way to support… Continue reading Goodreads Giveaway
Tag: Writer
Aha! Moment
It occurred to me the other day that the novel I'm working on wasn't really...working. While I'm having a ball writing it, developing the characters, having fun with the dialogue and setting, it felt too shallow and like it was missing the mark. Like perhaps a riveting plot? Yes, that could be a problem. While… Continue reading Aha! Moment
The Act of Writing vs. Being a Writer
A lot of people write and a whole lot more have the desire to write. If you're writing, you are, indeed, a writer. If you have the desire to write but haven't actually put pen to paper--or fingertips to keyboard--you haven't crossed the line yet from dreamer to writer. That being said it's never too… Continue reading The Act of Writing vs. Being a Writer
My One Word for 2015…and a Goal
Several years ago I abandoned the New Year's resolution attempts for New Year's goals. And three years ago I abandoned New Year's goals for My One Word. I'm not going say one is better than the others, only that My One Word appealed to me. In fact, I think New Year's resolutions get a bad rap. Sure… Continue reading My One Word for 2015…and a Goal
Back from the Land of NaNo
I'm back from the land of NaNoWriMo 2014. And what a trip is was! I'm already looking forward to Camp NaNo in July. There's something about knowing your part of a tribe of writers from all over the world that are all together in this journey of reaching the destination of 50,000 words in a month that creates… Continue reading Back from the Land of NaNo
Timeout Tuesday
I took a timeout from the busyness of life yesterday to work on--and complete--the first draft of a new novel, Shear Madness. Hallelujah! 🙂 Now to breathe in the sweetness of that accomplishment with a little bit of God's handiwork. "To go out with the setting sun on an empty beach is to truly embrace your… Continue reading Timeout Tuesday
Why Do You Write?
Sandi Ault, author of the bestselling, award-winning WILD Mystery Series, was one of the presenters at the Northern Colorado Writer's Conference I attended this past March, and one of her sessions was called Writing for Love, Prestige, or Profit. To say the class was filled beyond capacity is an understatement. We were very cozy with those sitting around us!… Continue reading Why Do You Write?
The Power of Words
This has been an interesting week for sure. Amidst all the excitement I was feeling about my book being published, I hadn't even thought of the possibility that others wouldn't share that joy. While I don't believe, for the most part, that people intend to be hurtful, that doesn't change the fact that words can sting the heck… Continue reading The Power of Words
Vacation Highlight
Last week I disappeared off of the blog radar for a spell while I went on vacation. When I went back to work this past Monday I had three people ask me what the highlight of my vacation was. The same answer to all three people resulted in the same response from all three. Clearly these… Continue reading Vacation Highlight
“Q” is for…
I love quotes! They contain so much wisdom, motivation and inspiration in so few words. They prove that less is often better when it comes to words, and that those few words can pack a powerful punch. My ten favorite are: 10.) “The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind from… Continue reading “Q” is for…
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