Monthly Archives: January 2015

Mrs. Pumpernickel

Posted on January 8, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

In our apartment, the dining room was my father’s office. In it was a big black desk anchored like a ship in a small ocean of papers and books. My dad was a writer back then and that was where … Continue reading →

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First Impression

Posted on January 7, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“If we like a character, then we want to see her do well and we’re willing to follow her around and invest our time and interest in rooting her on in her struggle. But it’s important we know some essentials … Continue reading →

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Permission Granted!

Posted on January 6, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“I know some great writers, writers you love, who write beautifully and have made a great deal of money, and not one of them sits down routinely feeling wildly enthusiastic and confident. Not one of them writes elegant first drafts. … Continue reading →

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Simple Words

Posted on January 5, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

An inspiring story about the power of words:* One wintry day, eight-year-old Myles Eckert and his mom Tiffany were hurrying Across a parking lot to a restaurant in their hometown of Waterville, Ohio. Myles glanced down and saw a $20 … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on January 3, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

As we launch into a bright, shiny new set of 12 months, something to ponder: “New Year’s is the first page of a 365-page book: Write a good one!” Brad Paisley And a lovely gem from the divine, divining Emily … Continue reading →

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Happy 2015!

Posted on January 1, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

Barter by Sara Teasdale Life has loveliness to sell, All beautiful and splendid things, Blue waves whitened on a cliff, Soaring fire that sways and sings And children’s faces looking up Holding wonder like a cup. Life has loveliness to … Continue reading →

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