Monthly Archives: October 2019

Fresh Thinking

Posted on October 8, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

A story: Back in the 1960s, Dick Fosbury was a young man on a mission – he wanted to excel as a track-and-field athlete. He proved to be a good high jumper and competed with some success in track and … Continue reading →

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Slow Growing

Posted on October 7, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“In our rush-rush world, if we allow ourselves to slow down our lives and our writing process, we’ll discover that we’ll connect — or reconnect — with our most profound work.”   Louise DeSalvo, The Art of Slow Writing “The trees … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on October 5, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“Although I conquer all the earth” Although I conquer all the earth, Yet for me there is only one city. In that city there is for me only one house; And in the house, one room only; And in that … Continue reading →

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Great Stories

Posted on October 4, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“Every great story has a great problem.”   Dr. Rob Gilbert How true this is! As soon as I heard it recently on the Rob’s wonderful Success Hotline, * I knew I wanted to share it. To be honest, it sounded … Continue reading →

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“White Bird”

Posted on October 3, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

What a thrill to attend the launch of White Bird, a visionary children’s graphic novel! Hosted by Watchung Booksellers, my fabulous local indie, the event was packed with kids, parents, and other admirers of White Bird’s author, R. J Palacio. … Continue reading →

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Finding Time

Posted on October 2, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“Regular writing on a novel is absolutely essential. The plot and characters may be well established in your mind. But it is a constant battle to ensure that they are not swamped with other, personal preoccupations.” Joan Aiken, The Way … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Words

Posted on October 1, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

As we launch into our writing today, here are some words of wisdom from established writers to embolden us and give our words wings: “Don’t be satisfied with stories, how things have gone with others. Unfold your own myth.” “Let … Continue reading →

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