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The Story Behind Don’t Look Back, Agnes and In This House

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Administrator
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Poetic Inspiration: Other People’s Poems

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Administrator

Check out my post on the Poetic Muselings blog on being inspired by other people’s poems. Read Mark Wyndham’s poem, and the one I wrote in response.

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Guest Post by Kathryn Meyer Griffith: Christmas Memories

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Administrator

Christmas Memories By author Kathryn Meyer Griffith My real childhood Christmas memories, in fact most of my holiday memories, essentially began in my ninth year. Oh, I have memories, scattered and muted, of earlier times but none as crystalized as … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Carolyn Howard-Johnson: Using “I” as a conceit

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Administrator

From me: I’ve always been interested in the different ways we can view language, so this post is right up my alley. Oh, yes, and do check out the new edition of Carolyn’s book, The Frugal Book Promoter From Carolyn: … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: The Pitalls of Creation, by Heather Haven

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Administrator

I’m in the process of creating a protagonist for a new humorous mystery series, called Persephone Cole and the _______ (insert subject here). It’s agony. Getting to know a person — even a fictitious one — takes time, thought, energy, … Continue reading →

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Interview with Dana Pratola, author of “The Covering”

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Administrator

Blurb : What do a Christian woman and a heathen biker have in common? The devil, of course. Tessa is called by God to stand in the gap for a man she’s never met. When she does meet Gunnar, she … Continue reading →

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Interview with Rosalie Skinner, author of The Chronicles of Caleath

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Administrator

1: Tell us something about yourself Hi, Margaret. Thanks for having me as a guest today. I am an Australian author who loves writing Science fiction and Fantasy. When not writing I love being a grandmother. My other obsession. 2. … Continue reading →

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Guest post by Brinda Berry: Talent is Cheap

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Administrator

Talent Is Cheap Stephen King said, “Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work.” From a man who has published 49 books thus far, these words speak … Continue reading →

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Writing Focus, Determination, Perseverance, and Positive Thinking By Karen Cioffi

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Administrator

Focus, determination, and perseverance are essential to just about every aspect of your life. Each characteristic is unique and together create a synergy. Focus is one’s ability to concentrate exclusively on a particular thing through effort or attention. Determination is … Continue reading →

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ANNOUNCING 2 EXCITING CONTEST FOR THE SH SH SH LET THE BABY SLEEP BOOK TOUR!

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Administrator

ANNOUNCING 2 EXCITING CONTEST FOR THE SH SH SH LET THE BABY SLEEP BOOK TOUR! AUTHOR: KATHY STEMKE ILLUSTRATOR: JACK FOSTER CONTEST/DRAWING There will be drawings at the end of the tour from those who comment or answer a superhero … Continue reading →

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