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Me as a writer: 7 facts
I was challenged by Lynne Provost to write 7 facts about me as a writer. I’ve been interviewed about my historical fiction elsewhere, so I’m going back to my writing roots here: 1. I didn’t pen many stories when I was young – the ones I wrote down were required for school. But my imagination was my playground.…
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Things I collect…
What obsess—er, collections do you have? I am quite purposeful in my collecting, though I don’t look to collect things with an aim to leave fabulous treasures or wealth to my heirs. (Sorry, kids.) I collect items that make me smile, bring back a memory. Things that can be used or played with. I have…
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Sunrise & random thoughts…
We had a gorgeous sunrise on Sunday morning. I headed out the door to my usual weekend writing spot and was met with this sight. I pulled out my camera phone as quickly as possible – this photo doesn’t do it justice. The clouds were sharp & distinct, illuminated by the sun’s golden rays, the…
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Thursday’s Walk on the Blog Side…
In recognition of the big news about Disney buying Lucasfilm: And episode 7 coming in 2015?!?!??! Whoa. This is every kid’s, er middle-aged Star Wars fan’s dream come true. (Well, most of my friends anyway… ) I’ll admit my mouth dropped open when I saw the first link from one of my SW friends. This…
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Thursday’s Walk on the blog side…
And we’re back in Cornwall this week for another incredible view. I know we’re supposed to be walking, but I could sit here and stare at this magnificent view forever. *sigh* BLOG HIGHLIGHTSKristine Kathryn Rusch talks about the incredibly unbelievable world of traditional publishing and royalty statements. Writers who are “lucky” enough to go traditional…
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on inspiration…
Palm trees. Oaks dripping with Spanish moss. The Lady & Sons. Fried green tomatoes. Shelley’s cooking. Southern hospitality. I just returned from a short vacation in Savannah, Georgia. I would love to have stayed there to soak in the atmosphere. Be inspired by the look and feel of the place. It’s a perfect place for…