Monthly Archives: December 2014

Something Wonderful

Posted on December 6, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

As we relax and renew ourselves, a lovely moment of peace to ponder: Spring water is pure in an emerald stream
 moonlight is white on Cold Mountain
 silence thoughts and the spirit becomes clear
 focus on emptiness and the world … Continue reading →

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Distracting Distractions

Posted on December 5, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Well, it’s about 1:15 AM and I’m just sitting down to write this post, which says something about the way this day has gone. I could talk about my co-author Bruce’s call about an idea he has for a writing … Continue reading →

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Story Sketching

Posted on December 4, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Some of us like to know where we’re going and some of us like surprises. I remember reading that John Grisham, for example, meticulously plots his novels from beginning to end. Before he starts writing, it’s not unusual for him … Continue reading →

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Swing Time

Posted on December 3, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Some fascinating baseball stats, compliments of my friend and mentor Rob Gilbert’s Success Hotline (973.743.4690): Babe Ruth, the guy who once held the record for hitting the most home runs also made the record books for having the most strike … Continue reading →

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Coaxing Creativity

Posted on December 2, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Great advice from a seasoned pro is always welcome. I just came across some helpful techniques in Writer’s Digest online from Sally Koslow, a former editor-in-chief of McCall’s. She’s also the author of several nonfiction books and four novels, most … Continue reading →

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Fiery Advocates

Posted on December 1, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“The world needs books! What would the world be like without books? They fuel our mind like cars and gas! The cars can’t go without gas. Our brains can’t go without books. The world needs books. We. Need. Books. It … Continue reading →

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