#An Author&039;s Journal

[kathylbrownwrites]

Living Your Best Writing Conference

In a fit of enthusiasm last fall, I registered for a big, well-regarded writing conference, the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP), But as the time to head out to Kansas City drew near, I found myself more and more second-guessing the decision; my cold feet had nothing to do with the conference offerings and everything to do with my interior emotional landscape. I reflect on all…

[jdfitzroy]

THE NOVEL | A Journey

This is the beginning of something new from Graviccino! An ongoing journal for all those aspiring writers!

INTRODUCTION Beginnings are delicate things… As I near the end of my first proper novel’s editing, I want to turn to a journal for its creation. And in the process, find a new story to tell. One filled with pit-falls, dramas and great expectations. So here, I will begin a journal describing the process of writing this novel. Things an inspiring writer might look out for, perhaps, or simply as…

[thatfellowgoosepelo]

Is this the end of the world or do I just need a different haircut?

I have a bald spot in the back of my head and everyone is staring at it. I can feel it when I walk by. As soon as they’re out of my sight my bald-spot is in theirs. I can feel them staring at it, searing the skin around it with their attention. Look at me! it says every time a newcomer enters the room. Watch me grow! It says every time it feels a look. I have no control over the outcome of this…

[authortoberecognized]

WRITER’S FORUM  E-BOOKS REVIEWS

                        WEBSITES HELPFUL TO WRITERS This is a series of posts which, I think, will be beneficial to writers. But first, I would like to include my usual warning about using websites. Whenever you check a website you are, in my opinion and I talk from experience, being put on a list for sale. So, expect the possibility of being bombarded by ads from companies you, perhaps, have…

[mightymur]

[ISBW] Exploring the Post-Apocalyptic World with Waubgeshig Rice

S20 Ep23: In Which Mur and Waubgeshig Rice explore post-apocalyptic worlds. It’s like, ultimately, words are expendable. You just pick different ones. – Waubgeshig Rice Transcript (This post went live for supporters on August 21, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon or Substack!) Chapters: (00:00) Intro (01:45) Waubgeshig Rice dropped out of…

[10cities10years]

"Curtis Ludlum" in Cosmorama

My latest short story, "Curtis Ludlum," is now available to read at Cosmorama. Follow the link inside.

And that makes two: Cosmorama has just published my second short story of the year, “Curtis Ludlum.” The logline: “One day the next generation will replace him, but not today.” Read the full piece on their website, and show them some support by checking out other stories they’ve published. I’d also appreciate hearing your thoughts on the story. Leave a comment here or contact me directly. I…

[lindiehe]

Stuck

I’ve been a bit stuck. I haven’t wanted to write. I haven’t wanted to look inside because that’s where the pain is. I know it is good for me. It will help me. But I don’t know where to start. I suppose this is my start.

[thecatsreaderslibrary]

"Meet Author Deborah Perdue," Who is an Award-Winning Writer and Graphic Designer Featured on The Readers Community at All Author...

SNIPPET: A self-published author and a book designer, Deborah L Perdue is the author of five books. With a B.A. in English, she has been writing ever since childhood. She writes spiritual articles and blog posts on gratitude. She has a daily practice of writing to keep herself engaged and motivated. In her free time, she enjoys taking walks with her dogs, nature, swimming, and artwork. ~All…

[yourlwatts]

Exclusive Blog offer: An Authors’ Book & Reviews Exchange

Exclusive Blog offer: An Authors’ Book & Reviews Exchange

I woke this morning with an inspirational idea to share with fellow authors.  I know that a lot of you who read this blog are yourselves authors who have published books within the past couple of years.  I also have been discovering that in today’s book market climate, online sales (and ergo, growing a readership) is often highly determined by online visibility which is itself affected by numbers…

[devonellington]

Wed. Sept. 8, 2021: I Have a Lovely Postman

Wed. Sept. 8, 2021: I Have a Lovely Postman

image courtesy of pixabay.com Wednesday, September 8, 2021 Waxing Moon Pluto, Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune, Chiron, Uranus Retrograde Partly cloudy and pleasant Yesterday was busy, but it was a good busy, not a nasty busy. I had a good first writing session, I got out some LOIs. Still have a lot of email to catch up on which came in over the weekend. Got some administrative work done. It was a…

[enthusiasticallydawn]

June Journaling Lessons and Random Reflections

June Journaling Lessons and Random Reflections

While the whole world is busy jumping into life at warp speed, myself reluctantly included…I am checking in the quickest way I know how- right here on the blog. I am not sure the rules of etiquette for post-quarentine behavior, but as one who observes, and silently resists going with the flow, I’m still finding my footing in this strange, new, getting-stranger-all-the-time, world. Since I get by…

[penstricken]

Keeping a Writer's Journal

Keeping a Writer's Journal #writing #fiction #stories #authors #writers #writingtip #writetip #journal #diary #writingadvice

Originally published 30/04/2017 There are a some folk out there who will tell you that if you don’t keep a journal, you are doomed to never, ever be a writer of any kind. In fact, you will probably fail miserably at everything you ever set your hand to, both in business and at home. Others just get very snooty about the ‘right’ way to keep a journal (as if writing something simple like ‘I ate…

[reallyverymiracle]

5-Star Book Review on What’s in a Name? Volume 2, by Sally Cronin

[idlelitany]

50 Short Answer Questions

50 Short Answer Questions

What’s the first thing you grab for in the morning? Cellphone. Who is your biggest inspiration in life? Noel Gallagher. What do you think people notice most about you? Tattoos, probably. Who do you hope people notice most about you? Nothing really. What is your biggest weakness/fatal flaw? I tune people out unintentionally. What is your biggest strength? I can tune people out. ;) What to you is…

[msamba]

How America Got Divorced from Reality: Christian Utopias, Anti-Elitism, Media Circus | Kurt Andersen

How America Got Divorced from Reality: Christian Utopias, Anti-Elitism, Media Circus | Kurt Andersen

[chicklitcafe]

Socially Distanced: A Keepsake Journal by Robert Stern

Socially Distanced: A Keepsake Journal by Robert Stern

Socially Distanced: A Keepsake Journal by Robert Stern

The Coronavirus Pandemic caused us to react to a changing environment. So many different issues for so many people from personal health to the health of loved ones. Loss of employment. Government restrictions. Caring for school aged children as schools closed. Impact on travel and vacations. Finding toilet paper. Politics and so much more.

Th…