One of my current projects is to tell the story of my grandmother’s life and I am struggling with how to go about it. First and foremost I write fiction. Most of my completed works are short stories. I have completed one novel and have another in progress. I have tried to stay away from [...]
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Writer’s Digest is now accepting submissions for their 77th Annual Writing Competition. The deadline is fast approaching so act fast. There is a small entry fee for each submission. Entries can be submitted online by Thursday, May 15, 2008 for those able to pay by credit card or be mail if paying by check. [...]
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A NaNo friend of mine posted a link on our regional forum to WriterWeekly.com’s 24 Hour Short Story Contest. I’ve checked it out, read the rules and even read the winning short story from the Fall 2007 contest. Entry fee is $5 and the contest is limited to 500 participants. The Spring 2008 [...]
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My response to the post The Fragile Ego of a Writer:
“Hello. I stumbled upon an old post on your blog from 2007 and then found my way to your latest post. It was good to find another WriMo in the editing process. I too struggle with this phase but I am trying desperately [...]
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Different writers have different needs. Some sit in front of the computer at their desk. Some prefer an overstuffed chair with a journal and pen. Some prefer the outdoors. Quiet and solitude are a must for some of us and others prefer the noise and distractions of a busy coffee shop. [...]
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