Category Archives: writing inspiration

Story Savers

Posted on November 19, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing: https://karinwritesdangerously.com/ “After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the things we need most in the world.”   Philip Pullman Couldn’t agree more! How about you? I have only to remember the deep, heart-joy I felt … Continue reading →

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Creating Courage

Posted on November 11, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“The secret to happiness is freedom, and the secret to freedom is courage.”                       Thucydides “Courage is the first of human qualities because it is the quality which guarantees the others.”   Aristotle Those ancient Greeks knew a thing or two about … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Voices

Posted on November 7, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“Blame it or praise it, there is no denying the wild horse in us.”   Virginia Woolf How true! A gathering of inspiring words about voice and the writer’s calling:* “The role of a writer is not to say what we … Continue reading →

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Winsome Will

Posted on November 4, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“Everybody is ignorant, only on different subjects.”   Will Rogers Today is Will Rogers’ birthday, so let’s begin our week with some gentle wit and wisdom: “Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just … Continue reading →

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Aim, Go!

Posted on November 1, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

Rev your engines: NaNoWriMo kicks today! From November 1 through 11:59 on November 30th writers of all persuasions — plotters and pantsers alike — are committing to writing 50,000 words or getting within striking distance of completing an entire novel. … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

I love Halloween! After carving my pumpkin, I can’t wait to see all the kids on my street in their cute costumes. In past years, I’ve seen fairies, princesses, and even an adorable walking dictionary! And speaking of Halloween, here’s … Continue reading →

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Thirty Days

Posted on October 28, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“Thirty days and nights of literary abandon! No plot? No problem!” NaNoWriMo A heads up for anyone who’s been noodling around a novel project: National Novel Writing Month (also known as NaNoWriMo) is fast approaching. November isn’t all voting, turkey, … Continue reading →

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Just Ask

Posted on October 25, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“These be our prayers – more strength, more light, more constancy, more progress.”             Phillips Brooks Sometimes, when we’re feeling stuck or uninspired, or under-inspired, the best thing to do is to simply stop, get quiet, and ask for help. … Continue reading →

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“Optimist Creed”

Posted on October 22, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

There’s plenty of evidence that staying positive and choosing to travel on the sunny side of the street can have a lasting impact on our health, our ability to bounce back from setbacks, and even on our longevity. The Optimist … Continue reading →

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Daily Dose

Posted on October 9, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

As you launch into your projects today, here’s a cornucopia of wisdom gathered from young and old to ignite you enthusiasm: “I believe a leaf of grass is no less the journey-work of the stars.”                                              Walt Whitman “Nothing in life … Continue reading →

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