It's Monday! The weather's icky, three of the four of us are fighting our first cold of the season, the kids are home from school today, and I'll spend at least two hours today doing the grocery shopping.My writing Big Brother shared something on FaceBook this morning, and I'm encouraging ANYONE who is a writer … Continue reading There’s always room to improve and learn.
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To review or not to review
Another blogger, whom I respect a great deal, does some wonderful reviews on his site. He's got a set of rules about book reviews that I admire. He always buys the book instead of taking free copies. He says this is to help him gauge if the book was worth the cost. Another thing, he … Continue reading To review or not to review
Stay safe (and sane)!
I've been very distracted today. Most of my day was spent talking with a good friend, a doctor's appointment, and watching CNN coverage of the 'frankenstorm'.Please, please, if you live within the massive path this storm is carving, stay safe! Back up the important stuff on your computer, put the pictures and important things into … Continue reading Stay safe (and sane)!
A busy day!
Wow...it's been a busy day today already. I almost forgot to make my weekly post!Mostly, I've been dealing with a lot of non-writing stuff. Our kitten, Casper, had an appointment early this morning to get neutered. He's back home and a bit calmer than normal for him. We didn't nickname him 'Tornado' for no reason! … Continue reading A busy day!
We have a winner!
Just drew a name at random for my contest. Congratulations to.... Sallie Tierney!!!!! I'll be dropping you an email later today with details on how to get your signed copy. Congratulations!
Contest, anyone?
It was a slow weekend. I appreciate those right before busy weeks! I'm somewhat amazed at how my life will be quiet for weeks on end and then a flurry of activity blows through. It makes you appreciate the quiet days!Just in case I didn't think this week was busy enough, I've decided to do … Continue reading Contest, anyone?
Immortality
I was perusing one of my computer folders over the weekend and found a very short story I'd written about two years ago. It's always been one of my favorites, as it touched on something I think every writer is looking for: immortality.I'm not talking the 'I want to live forever' or 'stay beautiful/youthful forever' … Continue reading Immortality
Fun things to share, what I like to read, and keeping negativity at bay
It's a long title for today's blog, but it was one of THOSE weeks. I'll get the neat stuff out of the way first.One of my fellow Solstice authors, Penny Estelle, came up with this great idea on her blog. She's celebrating Christmas in October! Head over to her site and see what it's all … Continue reading Fun things to share, what I like to read, and keeping negativity at bay
One of the best feelings I’ve ever had
So, last Friday I faced a group of 5th grade students to talk to them about the reality of being a writer. In the class was my youngest daughter.I went into the class knowing full well that what was at stake wasn't my future, but hers. If I nailed it, made it interesting and fun, … Continue reading One of the best feelings I’ve ever had
When it’s okay to stop a stranger in the store
Before I get started this morning, a couple of quick announcements! My contest is still going on FB! I'm up to 132 likes, and have given away my first book. Go visit the site, hit like, and maybe you'll be next! http://www.facebook.com/pages/KateMarie-Collins/217255151699492?ref=hlThe second announcement is that Solstice has a new website! It's sleek, professional, and … Continue reading When it’s okay to stop a stranger in the store
K. M. Warfield 