Rip-roaring - definition: boisterously wild and exciting The first thing that came to my mind was the twenties, with the outrageous indulgences of the wealthy. The strangest thing, was the fashion of wearing dresses with no shape to them but masses of long necklaces...
Derby - definition: 1) a horse race usually for three-year-old's held annually; 2) a race or contest open to all comers; 3) a stiff felt hat with a dome-shaped top and narrow brim. When I saw this word and it's third definition, it occurred to me that a Derby is the...
Exorbitant - definition: going beyond the limits of what is fair; reasonable, or expected When we are ready to share our words - with the world - there are quite a number of stumbling blocks to overcome. Do we find an agent, a vanity press, a traditional publishing...
Salvo - definition: the firing of two or more guns, or artillery pieces, at a single target or as a salute 2) the release all at once of a rack of bombs or rockets. When I read today's word I was reminded of the gun salute for the Queen's official birthday - the...
Please welcome Jason Maurer on his current blog tour. I asked him if he would be kind enough to include the word for the day - such a kind man... I’ve been asked to write a post on the word of the day: ‘Immoderate - Definition: exceeding just, usual, or appropriate...
Finding something that excites and engages you is a rare gift. For writers (published or not!) the ability to immerse ourselves into words and create entire worlds with them is truly wonderful. No matter which genre or genres you write, you are the creator,...
I did it people...good luck to you all - I wish your words flow and inspiration strikes. Now I'm free to enjoy my trip to Palm Springs.