Monthly Archives: May 2017

“Cool Factor”

Posted on May 31, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“People say that life is the thing, but I prefer reading.”    Logan Pearsall Smith Printed books have had a rough time of it recently, but they seem to be on the upswing, both in America and across the pond. … Continue reading →

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Flash Fiction

Posted on May 30, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“Notice the small things. The rewards are inversely proportional.”     Anonymous “Brevity is the soul of lingerie.”     Dorothy Parker Energized by our long weekend, let’s jump back into the game! Flash fiction is a “hot” genre and some of you may … Continue reading →

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Unknown Soldier

Posted on May 27, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

In honor of Memorial Day, a lovely meditation on heroism: American Hero by Mary West Jorgensen “Our history is studded with heroic names. These names compose a world roster from which almost every nation may choose one and say: He … Continue reading →

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Home Thinking

Posted on May 26, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“At home thinking.”     John Adams, diary entry “Never be afraid to sit awhile and think.”     Lorraine Hansberry Let’s face it: Thinking is hard work. As Hercule Poirot might say, exercising our “little gray cells” can be a strain. And yet, … Continue reading →

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Writers Museum

Posted on May 25, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“To produce a mighty book, you must choose a mighty theme.” Herman Melville   “I write for myself, and for strangers.” Gertrude Stein   “I, too, am America.” Langston Hughes   The American Writers Museum: what an awesomely creative idea! … Continue reading →

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Self-publishing Contest

Posted on May 24, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Whatever your genre and theme, there are more and more avenues available to gain exposure and recognition for your self-published book. One of the best-established and most reputable competitions is the Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards. The deadline: June 5th. … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam

Posted on May 23, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Remember Remember me when I am gone away, Gone far away into the silent land; When you can no more hold me by the hand, Nor I half turn to go, yet turning stay. Remember me when no more, day … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Promise

Posted on May 22, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“It resists definition yet can be instantly recognized. It comes in many varieties, yet follows certain unchanging laws. It brings rich rewards, yet is not really a goal or a destination but rather a process, a journey. We call this … Continue reading →

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“Unreasonable” Writers

Posted on May 18, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“The reasonable man adapts himself to the world. The unreasonable man persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore, all progress depends on the unreasonable man.”   George Bernard Shaw “People who lead a satisfying life, who are in … Continue reading →

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Energizing Apprenticeship

Posted on May 17, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“What you get by reaching your destination isn’t nearly as important as what you become by reaching your destination.”     Anonymous “Don’t consider losses a waste of time. Consider them an apprenticeship.”     Greg Norman, professional golfer I don’t know about … Continue reading →

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