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Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s quote – one worth pondering
“She generally gave herself very good advice (though she very seldom followed it)." - Lewis Carroll, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland I read the above quote recently and saved it because it seemed a...
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Are you stuck somewhere in your NaNo Novel? Need some help?
It is no secret I've been stuck in my Nano novel for most of this month ... stuck in that I have not written to bring my story to a satisfactory end. I stopped last November at a place where the reader...
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Ideas that sometimes work
*sigh* Even though all the above is true, I can't use that as an excuse for not writing. It's a shame, too, because I can really build on that! Things that we see but don't pay much attention to can...
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Sue Harrison’s “Writing the Third Dimension”– part 11: Break Dance!
... the newest installment of Sue Harrison‘s teaching: Writing The Third Dimension. I don’t hear much about one of the major rules for novelists. SCHEDULE BREAK TIMES! Continue reading →
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Good-bye NaNoWriMo ’13
I made a hard decision yesterday. I will update more later. And I may have some very exciting news soon! Continue reading →
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Writing challenges over for now, fun news
So quickly the month of November is gone and some of us are into Christmas planning mode. With November done so are that month's writing challenges. Especially exciting news for me is the day all those...
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My years in blogging on WordPress
My fourth WP blogging anniversary was January 9! I can hardly believe it's been four years. I didn't share any of my reports with you when I received them but here are the parts I like from 2010, 2011,...
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Sue Harrison’s “Writing the Third Dimension” – part 12: Whose Eyes?
... the newest installment of Sue Harrison‘s teaching: Writing The Third Dimension. Here’s what I love about reading novels. They give me the opportunity to see the world through another person’s eyes....
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If you were to change your name what would it be?
As you know, I got myself a puppy November 30. When I introduced her to you I told you her name is Minnie. Finally, on January 15, I changed her name to one that felt right. Have you ever thought about...
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Happy Valentine’s Day! Something for you
Today I have a blogging gift for you. Do you have a favourite quote or verse or Scripture for Valentine's Day? Continue reading →
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Sue Harrison’s “Writing the Third Dimension”– part 13: Where are you?
... the newest installment of Sue Harrison‘s teaching: Writing The Third Dimension. Magicians and novelists have something in common. They must learn “sleight of hand.” Continue reading →
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Wildlife out my window; reminder of chance to win a book
Today I glanced out the window and was surprised and delighted to see a young deer! A final memory jog ... the draw for The Adventures of Tomato and Pea is tonight, Tuesday, March 11 at 6:00 EST....
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How is your grammar? Take this quiz!
I recently discovered a short grammar test. It is easy to do and I'm sure you will find it of benefit. Continue reading →
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Does music inspire you? (very funny videos)
I enjoy music. Not all music, but likely most. When there is music playing I have a very hard time staying still. Music seems to speak to the depths of me. I came across this video that I think is one...
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Does fear control your life?
FEAR. What do you think of when you hear that word? From the time I was a small child fear was my constant companion. It hindered me in every way. Sometimes it got pushed aside but rarely did it let...
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8 fun ways to procrastinate
Are you a procrastinator? Or, do you wish you could find things to help you procrastinate ... Continue reading →
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Sue Harrison’s “Writing the Third Dimension”– part 14: Ready, Set, Go!
... the newest installment of Sue Harrison‘s teaching: Writing The Third Dimension. I have a terrible time making a good first impression. I either come off looking stuck up because I don’t say...
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A few interesting blogging facts
Recently, I read some interesting facts about blogging but I don't recall where I saw that. I had made note of a few things which stood out to me, and which I will share here in case you might like to...
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Sue Harrison’s “Writing the Third Dimension”– part 15: Tools of the Trade
... the newest installment of Sue Harrison‘s teaching: Writing The Third Dimension. If you’re writing a novel, then it’s safe to bet that someone at sometime showed you how to write paragraphs. You...
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When we need Encouragement
I don't know about you but I get weary. When I get weary the negativity creeps in, which should not be the case. I knew it had become a weight on me, but after just the first room was done ... I felt...
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