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Summer Challenge Kickoff

Category: Writing

Every summer I try to challenge myself to write more. Ironically, summer is usually a slower time for me. So it’s the best time of year for me to get a grip on my current writing project. This summer is no different and I’ll be sharing my writing challenge experiences. Feel free to join me. [...]

Summer Challenge is Almost Here!

Category: Writing

I’ve had better days that’s for sure but I’m looking forward to the summer challenge. I’m happy so far with the writers who plan to join me. For payment, I’ll share inspiring quotes to help us get through the stretch.
Unfortunately, I’ll be starting with a handicap since I had to go the ER for a [...]

Do You Have to Write Every Day?

Category: Writing

A lot of writers ask this question: Do I Have to Write Every Day? Some writers say that you must because if you start to miss days, you lose your novel focus. Other writers say you don’t have to write every day but you have to write consistently.
The thing about being a writer is that [...]

You’ve Come a LONG Way Baby

Category: Writing

Growing up, I saw Virginia Slims commercials on TV. I can’t even fathom those commercials being on TV today. Can you imagine?
Anyway, that jingle was in my head this past weekend, when during a procrastination tactic, I decided to open a file that sparked my writing journey. The file contained my first “focused” novel. [...]

Holiday Equals More Writing

Category: Writing

I’m so excited about the Memorial Day holiday! For me this means extra days for writing.
This is usually what it always means to me. Extra days to work on my novel. This Memorial Day will be no different. I’m really getting into my stride with this revision and I think this holiday weekend will get [...]


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