Interview with author Susanna Leonard Hill; & book giveaway!
I am excited today to welcome you to my interview with author Susanna Leonard Hill! This interview is part of the blog tour that Susanna is doing for her picture books being released this month. You...
View ArticleThe Writer’s Diet test
Do you wonder about your writing, if it's strong enough, if you're over-using some words, if your grammatical usage is up to par? Continue reading →
View Article5 Writing Tips from author Harlan Coben
Today I read helpful tips from mystery and thriller writer Harlan Coben. Here they are for you: Continue reading →
View ArticleUpdate and Infographic: 28 boring words and what to use instead
Today I have some information to share with you that could be of help with your writing. It's an infographic of 28 Boring Words and What to Use Instead Continue reading →
View ArticleA video for you by John Greene
Today I want to show you a video by John Greene. He is the author who wrote Fault in Our Stars Continue reading →
View ArticleTop 6 comma problems (infographic)
Do you ever find that as you are writing your stories, or even a letter, you get stuck on where to put a comma, or if you don't even need one? Continue reading →
View ArticleMy Successes in 2017
Since setting goals instead of making resolutions has been my way for many years now, sharing what I see as my successes feels much more positive. So, in 2017 I have surprised myself. Here is my list...
View ArticleOut with 2017, In with 2018 – Happy New Year! & thank YOU
As I write this it's not long before a new year begins. Personally, I'm a little excited about 2018. Continue reading →
View ArticleMy words for 2018
HAPPY NEW YEAR, everyone! I hope your year is off to a great start. As has been my habit for the last few years, I have been pondering what my word for the new year should be. Continue reading →
View ArticleIt’s my 8th WordPress Blogiversary!
Happy Anniversary with WordPress.com! You registered on WordPress.com 8 years ago. Thanks for flying with us. Keep up the good blogging! That's the message I received from WordPress this morning. Eight...
View ArticlePlugging along, and quotes for readers and writers
I should have been twins. The good news is, I found some quotes to share with you today. Continue reading →
View ArticleAbout books and writing them
It's the first day of February and I am happy to say that I am now a student of Susanna Leonard Hill's picture book class called Making Picture Book Magic. Continue reading →
View ArticleMy entry for Susanna Leonard Hill’s Valentiny Contest
It's that time of year again! Valentine's Day is coming up and Susanna Leonard Hill has issued her writing challenge. Continue reading →
View ArticleThe Valentiny stories are ready for your vote
Susanna Hill has posted the twelve she and her helpers feel are the best ones and she's made it easy for voting. Continue reading →
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