I'm celebrating three writer wins today. We all want to be recognized for our writing, whether our novels, blogs, articles, or to be included in some literary aspect. When the hard work pays off it is a special kind of celebration. These are my three wins! I'm on the...
I am thrilled to have been given the chance to talk about my writing this past week. Many readers want to get to know the person behind the stories, and how those narratives are created, so here is your chance. You can choose from an article, an interview, or a...
I was happy to be part of a discussion on historical and romance fiction this week, for The RV Book Fair. The event will be online between 16th to 23rd November. My panel included our exceptional host, Lucia Matuonto donnagoodacreauthor patbackleyauthor and myself....
For author’s the definition of their fiction into a specific genre can be either simple, or difficult, depending on their choice of subject matter, or trope. You may write stories based on books you enjoy reading and therefore, have a good understanding of the reader...
Today I am reblogging an article by Judith Fein. She was kind enough to give me permission to do so. My mother died two months ago. Before her passing, I asked her on three separate occasions to send me a sign in the form of white feathers. The first time she sneered....
http://essenceofafamily.weebly.com/home/why-is-peace-so-elusive-guest-author-mandy-eve-barnett Why is Peace so Elusive? These are my thoughts. What are your thoughts?
Many of us have to juggle family commitments while writing. Finding the 'perfect' balance between the two is always a challenge. You may be in the depths of a scene when a small hand lands on your lap and pleading eyes look up at you. Can you delay the toddler's wants...
Entitlement - definition: a right to benefits, especially those specified by the law or contract Superb article that provides great insight : http://www.motivation-for-dreamers.com/entitlement-mentality.html Beware the Entitlement Mentality Entitlement mentality -...
I may be stretching it a bit with today’s word. Perennial 1) present at all seasons of the year 2) continuing to live from year to year 3) recurring regularly: permanent I have inherited some of my Mother’s expertise when it comes to plants but in no way, shape or...