Tag Archives: Toni Morrison

Dream More

Posted on November 1, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

A cornucopia of writerly wisdom to inspire an guide us today: “If a little dreaming is dangerous, the cure for it is not to dream less but to dream more, to dream all the time.”   Marcel Proust “While writing, the … Continue reading →

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Perfect Seams

Posted on November 14, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“I remember a very important lesson that my father gave me when I was twelve or thirteen. He said, ‘You know, today I welded a perfect seam and I signed my name to it.” And I said, ‘But Daddy, no … Continue reading →

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Pacing Pointers

Posted on March 10, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“Writing a novel is all about the timed release of information.” Toni Morrison Horse races are often won based on the skill that a jockey displays in pacing his mount’s explosive energy and speed. And runners, from sprinters to marathoners, … Continue reading →

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Wise Women

Posted on March 6, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

In honor of Women’s History Month, I’ve gathered a cornucopia of favorite quotes to inspire and energize us all: “Inspiration usually comes during work, not before it.” Madeleine L’Engle “In the middle of the world, make one positive step. In … Continue reading →

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Pace Makers

Posted on December 23, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Pacing is tricky: Finding the right rhythm and speed to unspool a story can sometimes be more challenging than plotting it. While we’re constantly cautioned about the dangers of sluggish pacing, stories that race along like runaway trains run the … Continue reading →

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Word Warrior

Posted on April 17, 2013 by karinwritesdangerously

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” Jackie Robinson Yes, I can certainly envision Toni Morrison sharing her views on writing at the New York Historical Society, where she spoke recently. But at … Continue reading →

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Concord Hymn

Posted on April 16, 2013 by karinwritesdangerously

In honor of those who traveled to Boston to run and celebrate and fell instead: Concord Hymn Sung at the completion of the battle monument, July 4, 1837 By the rude bridge that arched the flood, Their flag to April’s … Continue reading →

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Wondering Writers

Posted on May 9, 2012 by karinwritesdangerously

„People say to write about what you know. I’m here to tell you no one wants to read that, ‚cause you don’t know anything. So write about something you don’t know. And don’t be scared, ever.“ Toni Morrison When it … Continue reading →

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Still Writing

Posted on April 27, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

A fantastic evening just floated to me on a soft summer breeze. Thanks to Nancy, my wonderful friend and writing group buddy, I had the pleasure of attending a reading by Toni Morrison. A triple threat, she’s won a Pulitzer, … Continue reading →

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Releasing Attachment

Posted on April 21, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

There’s a great tale tucked into What I Know for Sure, an inspiring little book by Oprah Winfrey. As the story goes, she spent ten years laboring mightily to make a movie of Beloved, the acclaimed Toni Morrison novel. She … Continue reading →

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