Monthly Archives: August 2011

Wonderful Songs

Posted on August 6, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“A few can touch the magic string, and noisy fame is proud to win them: Alas for those that never sing, but die with all their music in them!” Oliver Wendell Holmes “It’s faith in something and enthusiasm for something … Continue reading →

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Inspired Imitation

Posted on August 5, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

Every once in a while, I find myself doing something that’s proven very helpful to me in my writing: creative copying. What’s that, you may well be asking. Basically, it’s a variation on how painters developed their skills. As part … Continue reading →

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Productivity Boost

Posted on August 4, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

We all face days when our energy seems to be flagging and our writing seems to be dragging. They can be dispiriting and make us feel upended and out of touch with ourselves. When we hit a day like this, … Continue reading →

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Amazing Story

Posted on August 3, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“Extraordinarily moving… gripping…a powerfully drawn survival epic…a master class in narrative storytelling.” The Wall Street Journal “Thrilling…stirring and triumphant…a nearly continuous flow of suspense.” Los Angeles Times A meticulous, soaring, and beautifully written account of an extraordinary life.” The Washington … Continue reading →

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Plucky Pub

Posted on August 2, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

Don’t you just love it when someone takes conventional wisdom and turns it inside out and upside down — and comes out ahead? That’s exactly what a new magazine, Lucky Peach, is doing — and its burgeoning success is good … Continue reading →

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Writing Machine

Posted on August 1, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“Reading is a muscle you need to use.” James Patterson No one can say that James Patterson is not prolific. Over the years, he’s penned or “managed” the creation of scores of books. Some he’s written on his own, some … Continue reading →

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