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Writing Contests – Yes Or No?
It’s that time again. The time when it seems like there are a gazillion (okay, well several) writing contests for writers, aspiring writers and even writer-wannabes. Last year, I submitted my first essays EVER in such contests. They were my … Continue reading
Posted in Journal, Opinion, Publishing, Thoughts, Writers, Writing
Tagged best work, career, competition, creative writing, fiction, Nonfiction, opportunity, published, submitting, worth it, writing contests
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The Truth About “Writer’s Block”
I’ve heard of this thing called writer’s block before. See, it’s this condition of not being able to think of what to write or how to proceed with your writing. Supposedly it is a writer’s worst enemy. And why not? … Continue reading
A Brand New Year
Another year is upon us and I am genuinely excited for it. 2015 was a good enough year – actually it was the best out of the last three years. I grew. Roy (my husband) grew. Good things happened, we … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Family, Health, home, Inspiration, Journal, Life, Medical, Personal, Relationships, Thoughts, Writing
Tagged "New year", "personal growth", "personal improvement", 2016, balance, career, creative writing, evolution, Excel, fitness, goals, good year, Happy New Year, health, New Year's resolutions, New Years Eve, reflection, resolution, resolutions
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Another NaNoWriMo, Come And Gone
It’s officially December, which means another NaNoWriMo has come and gone. This year was a lot better than the last (which was also my first). This year I felt more prepared than I did the year before, but behind in … Continue reading
Posted in community, fiction, Inspiration, Personal, Thoughts, Writing
Tagged "daily writing", "write what you know", "write what you love to read", creative writing, motivation, nanowrimo, National Novel Writing Month, novel, plot, preparation, quality over quantity, reflection, writer, writing issues
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One Last NaNoWriMo Check-In
The month is almost over, and I have to say I’m glad it is. Unlike last year, I’m not dreading it, and I am ready to celebrate! 😉 This year I started NaNoWriMo late. I didn’t write anything until November … Continue reading
