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First Days of School
Certain times of the year are causes for nostalgic thoughts. Fall is one of those special times, when one thing ends...
Getting Started
As a writer, I'm often asked where do I find my ideas? How do I get started? I start with two words: What if. I find...
Searching
Humans are always searching for something: the Holy Grail, le mot juste, the perfect piece of chocolate. Some searches...
California Deamin’
About this time of the year, I long for sand between my toes. Winter is winding down, and I need sun and sand. I use...
Query Letter Mistakes
If you think you're ready to query editors or agents, please read this advice. And follow it. It's spot on.
When Good Is Good Enough
Writers are never satisfied with what we write. We strain to find the le mot juste, the perfect right word for the...
I’d Walk A Thousand Miles
Twelve years ago today, February 15, my mother, variously called Doc or Mini-Mommy, died. I still miss her every...
Labels and Definitions
I'm not big on labels and categories. I'm not big on having to describe myself as anything other than who I am....
Soul Mate
A soul mate can't break your heart. They can break your soul. © Sarah Doughty Source: Soul Mate
The Loss of Two Artists
On January 11, 2016 I woke to two announcements in our local newspaper. One was the loss of David Bowie. I confess to...
Let Me Be Your Voice
Not everyone feels like speaking up. Not everyone can speak up. Those of us who can should speak up for those who...