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My Weekly Writing Challenge
Originally posted on Esther Chilton:
Looking for a new writing challenge? Here are my latest challenges for you: OPTION ONE: Write a fifteen-word story with the words WINNER, FROZEN and ELIXIR in it somewhere. OPTION TWO: Write a poem or…
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Improving…
So I drew what I call a “coloring book” drawing of a pansy on a artist tile. Next, I stared at it for several minutes, waiting for inspiration to come–which patterns to select for which part of the flower. Nothing. … Continue reading
Monday Motivations
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Last week, I set you a challenge. You certainly took it up, with several of you sending me your wonderful takes on the writing prompt. Here’s this week’s challenge for you: You have up to…
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Another Day…
It’s just another day…when the weather smothers the immediate world like a heavy, damp, itchy wool blanket. Breathing is hard; limbs refuse to move; mind floats just out of reach on wavy heated layers of air. The enveloping wetness smells … Continue reading
Writing Romance: Why Perfect Men Make Boring Heroes
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? by Katie McCoach Recently I was reading a promising romance novel, and then, in the midst of chapter six, I found myself placing the book face down on my kitchen table in frustration. The hero…
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Just a Tangle Today
Nothing to say today. Happy tangling! ##
Guest Writer Spot
Originally posted on Esther Chilton:
If you’d like to see your work in my Guest Writer Spot, please contact me here or by e-mail: esthernewton@virginmedia.com. I accept stories, poems, articles – in fact, anything and everything. All you have to…
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Tangling To a Mood
Last night, I laid out a design for a new tangle. Although I know better than to do any art under electric lights, I was in the mood to experiment with coloring my creation with gel pens. It looked pretty … Continue reading
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7 Reasons Your Novel Might Be a Short Story (And How to Fix Them)
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Markets For Writers
Originally posted on Esther Chilton:
This week’s market is looking to spread a little love around. It’s Writing Magazine’s Annual Love Story Competition. The competition is open to entries from all over the world. Here are some details for you:…
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Write of Passage 