Monthly Archives: January 2011

Windowpane Writing

Posted on January 19, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

Good writing is like a windowpane. George Orwell “A Champion Of Plain English” — for a writer, a headline like this is irresistible! Needless to say, I dived into The New York Times story below it head first. No matter … Continue reading →

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Rest Well

Posted on January 18, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

I’m writing this blog about getting more rest to encourage myself and you to do exactly that. Why did this idea pop into my head? Because I’m so tired that I’m yawning as I type this and I can hardly … Continue reading →

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Different Drummers

Posted on January 17, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

When my friend Carrie Cantor emailed me about going with her to a networking meeting of Professionals n Media (PIM), it sounded like a good idea, so I said yes. Carrie, who’s an editor, agent, and writer, thought it would … Continue reading →

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Greene Gumption

Posted on January 15, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“We fight, get beat, rise, and fight again.” Nathanael Greene I love reading about the American Revolution — what a fascinating time. How large all those Founding Fathers loomed – George Washington, Ben Franklin, Lafayette, Samuel Adams. What a cast … Continue reading →

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Steady Progress

Posted on January 14, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“A little bit a lot is better than a lot a little.” This is a saying coined by a caller to Rob Gilbert’s inspiring Success Hotline (973.743.4690). “A little bit a lot” — I can’t tell you the tremendous mileage … Continue reading →

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Captivating Queries

Posted on January 13, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

Wow! I just attended a terrific talk by Lisa Dale (www.lisadalebooks.com). Lisa writes in the romance genre and her third novel, Slow Dancing on Price’s Peer (love that title!), is coming out in April. Her newest book is being published … Continue reading →

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Ripe Writing

Posted on January 12, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“I grew up knowing I wanted to do something about Bertie. It just took an awfully long time to get there.” David Seidler, screenwriter The King’s Speech — what a beautifully acted and scripted film! My friend Janice, who’s working … Continue reading →

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11th Commandment

Posted on January 11, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“Thou Shalt Not Give Up.”   Blake Edwards Sometimes you get a glimpse of a creative career that just radiates drive and persistence along with a hefty dose of craftsmanship. This really hit me when I did a bit of research … Continue reading →

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Success Hotline

Posted on January 8, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“The difference between the great and everyone else isn’t lack of knowledge, it’s lack of effort.” “The greater the obstacle, the greater the joy in overcoming it.” Dr. Rob Gilbert Of all the things that have made a positive difference … Continue reading →

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Coaching Tips

Posted on January 7, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

COACH GELSTON’S ONLY RULE “Be at the right place at the right time and do the right thing!” My good friend and mentor Dr. Rob Gilbert gave me a plaque with this advice emblazoned on it. I keep it right … Continue reading →

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