Monthly Archives: December 2014

Run Free

Posted on December 18, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

We all know that exercise is good not just for the body, but the brain. Thee’s also growing evidence that it helps fuel creativity as well, which is good news for us as writers. After all, anything that enriches and … Continue reading →

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Conrad Compels

Posted on December 17, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“Words, as is well known, are the great foes of reality.” “In everything I have written there is always one invariable intention, and that is to capture the reader’s attention.” “by the power of the written word to make you … Continue reading →

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Bookaholic Benefits

Posted on December 16, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“A room without books is like a body without a soul.” Cicero Passionate advocates of books and reading aren’t just committed, they’re also creative. “The Gentle Diva,” a sprightly blog by seasoned agent Molly Friedrich of The Friedrich Agency, featured … Continue reading →

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Brainpower Boosters

Posted on December 15, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” Vincent van Gogh Sometimes small steps can lead to big benefits! Here are a few simple techniques I’ve come across that can easily be incorporated to your day … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on December 13, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

As we relax and renew ourselves, here are the opening stanzas of a lovely song to inspire and encourage us: “The River” Garth Brooks and Victoria Shaw You know a dream is like a river Ever changin’ as it flows … Continue reading →

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Miller Motivates

Posted on December 12, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“Writing, like life itself, is a voyage of discovery.” “I had to learn to think, feel and see in a totally new fashion, in an uneducated way, in my own way, which is the hardest thing in the world.” Henry … Continue reading →

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Don’t Quit

Posted on December 11, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Some mysterious urge has compelled me to share this pep talk in the form of a poem with you today. Perhaps someone reading this post is feeling low and will take heart from it. Maybe I need a boost myself. … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Words

Posted on December 10, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“But I will remain optimistic about the future of literature and I am convinced that the writers of the future will safeguard the succession just as every writer has since Homer…” Patrick Modiano, Nobel Lecture Patrick Modiano, this year’s winner … Continue reading →

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Holiday Hiccups

Posted on December 9, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“‘Tis the season to be jolly” … I don’t know about you, but I’m finding it hard to stay focused as the holiday season picks up steam. Maybe it’s that my novel revision is progressing slowly and so I’m more … Continue reading →

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Short Short

Posted on December 8, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“I put a piece of paper under my pillow, and when I could not sleep I wrote in the dark.” Henry David Thoreau We’ve all had our moments of white-hot inspiration — and perhaps you’ve created a small gem from … Continue reading →

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