Today's post is a departure from my usual fare. We're going to talk about bullying. The reason I decided to address this issue today is because I came very close to contributing to the bullying epidemic. Here's what happened: Last night, a friend of mine texted me and asked for advice on how to handle a … Continue reading Bullying: Are You Part of the Problem?
A Room of Her Own
Virginia Woolf said, "A woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction." Well, obviously everyone needs money, but I believe the need for personal space is a necessity for any writer. Perhaps this is true for any creative person. Whether you write poetry, paint, scrapbook, or cross … Continue reading A Room of Her Own
The Flight of Fantasy Award
I'm happy to announce that I am the recipient of The Flight of Fantasy Award which has been newly created by the brilliant and immeasurably talented Sophie Tallis. Her blog is celebrating its one-year anniversary. Please do stop by and visit. Here are the official rules for The Flight of Fantasy Award: Display the award … Continue reading The Flight of Fantasy Award
Life (And Other Obstacles to Writing Your Novel)
Despite my vow to blog three times a week, I've already skipped a couple of days. It's almost the end of January, and I haven't done much writing either. I have some pretty good excuses for falling behind (horrific dental work, broken laptop charger, kids, life, etc). There's always something that gets in the way … Continue reading Life (And Other Obstacles to Writing Your Novel)
Very Inspiring Blogger Award
I've just been nominated for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award by talented authors, Virginia Nelson and Tallulah Rose. Virginia recently released two novels, Eternal Lovers & Cupid and Penelope. To find out more about her work, you can visit her website. Tallulah writes deliciously spicy novels and you can learn more about her work by visiting … Continue reading Very Inspiring Blogger Award
All I Have to Say 