Monthly Archives: February 2018

Fiery Frederick

Posted on February 16, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Frederick Douglass is a literary hero of mine. Not only was he a gifted orator, he was also an amazing writer – and totally self-taught. While a young slave, he learned to read and write by trading food for lessons … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam

Posted on February 15, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

For Florida: 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 … Continue reading →

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Singing Bird

Posted on February 14, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, a lovely meditation: A Birthday My heart is like singing bird Whose nest is in a watered shoot; My heart is like an apple-tree Whose boughs are bent with thickest fruit; My heart is like … Continue reading →

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Rodin Rocks

Posted on February 13, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Creative energy in any field is a gift we can learn from. Consider this story: Auguste Rodin was approaching the height of career success when he was awarded a huge commission: to create a statue of Honore de Balzac, a … Continue reading →

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Abe Advises

Posted on February 12, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Yes, it’s Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. Happy birthday, Abe! When I was a kid, it used to be a national holiday. And now it isn’t. Why not? Mmmm… But what I really want to talk about is setbacks. We’ve all had … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on February 10, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Fog The fog comes on little cat feet. It sits looking over harbor and city on silent haunches and then moves on. Carl Sandburg

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Writerly Wisdom

Posted on February 9, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

For our delight, sparkling gems to guide and goad us to greater heights today: “If you are in difficulties with a book, try the element of surprise; attack it at an hour when it isn’t expecting it.”   H.G. Wells “To … Continue reading →

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Two Techniques

Posted on February 8, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

You know the feeling you have when you’re reading a riveting story and you can see the setting in your mind’s eye and the characters come alive: You can see what they’re doing and feel what they’re feeling. You forget … Continue reading →

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Perfect Place

Posted on February 7, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“Nothing I planned happened. But whenever opportunity arose, I was prepared and positive. All those things I didn’t get, all those ‘almosts’ – if I got them, I wouldn’t be Wonder Woman. What’s mine is mine, and what’s not mine … Continue reading →

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Awards Alert

Posted on February 6, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“I read your issues like clockwork! I’m a literary agent, and there’s such a great cast of emerging writers on this site that I’m always checking in to see if there’s anyone who might be looking for representation for longer … Continue reading →

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