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“Essential Element for Writing a Successful Series”- Repost

Came across this article today via Word Whores by Linda Robertson.  This article, itself, is good.  But what I really found useful is the links Ms. Robertson included that gives additional insight into character emotions and the revelation of the 3 story arcs. I happen to agree with her and the point she makes on the Hero’s […]

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Muse Music: Lesson Learned

No one is immune to life’s sting. And not all masks are easily detectable.  It’s okay to feel the pain, but there is absolutely no point in wallowing. Just get it done and look forward to the next corner, the next sunrise, and the next mountain peak. Because surely, it is coming. I have several, very important […]

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1st Edits…& So It Begins

In case you didn’t know, or were wondering–since I don’t think I’ve shared this bit of news here– I am expanding my previously published short/flash fic story, “Found Rhythm”, to novella length.  So, to ensure I do my story justice and not take away from its original message, but amp up the emotion and connection, […]

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Muse Music: Crush

It’s been  while since I’ve been here. I know, I know…there’s no excuses.  But I have been busy with some writing projects I have in the pipeline and busy living and enjoying life :-). This is the year I celebrate by 40th, so it’s been my goal to ensure that I enjoy myself this year. […]

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S4: Jumping In

The hypnotic, sultry beat of Glass Animal’s “Holiest” flowed through the club and Vivian, lost in the sounds and feels of it, let it take control. She’d spent her life being unfulfilled, constantly underwhelmed by life and all the excitement it promised; yet she’d been completely overwhelmed with the duty, burden, and sacrifice of it. A […]

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