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Bits and Pieces
“He knew everyone had flaws. People fell from grace all the time. But some people fell further than others.” From “Ferrelli’s Fall” (Creek Songs).
Tag Archives: fight or flight
Earthquakes and Primary Research
Okay, this is bizarre. It’s about 6 p.m. in the evening. I’m working at the computer on a short story titled “The Phone Call.” It opens with a woman standing in her kitchen drinking a cup of coffee when an … Continue reading
Posted in blogging, Inspiration, personal essay, Reading, short story, Writing
Tagged aftershocks, anxiety, earthquake kit, earthquakes, epicenter, fear, fight or flight, how do people react during an earthquake, primary research, secondary research, short story character, writing a short story
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When Your Book Gives Back …
It’s always gratifying as an author to receive feedback and validation about your book. I’m speaking of a compliment, an award, a good review, a referral, a speaking engagement, a book signing, recognition by your peers. These are definitely “feel … Continue reading
Posted in blogging, Books, Creativity, Inspiration, Looking for Inspiration, poetry, Reading, Writing
Tagged All Ways A Woman - a collection of original art and poetry, fight or flight, friendship, nybookeditors.com, poetry, poetry for inspiration, poetry to celebrate, poetry to honor, quilting, Rebecca Solnit, supporting a friend, tend-and-befriend, The Mother of All Questions, writing
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Written Beneath the Palms 