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Monthly Archives: January 2014
Ruminations on Writing
I’m in a writing lull. I think I know the cause, but the lull seems serious enough that I’ve pondered the unthinkable — to stop writing. So, what’s the cause of this? Writing a story for which I do not … Continue reading
When self-doubt strikes…
Comedian and actor Mike Myers once said something that I think many creative people could probably relate to: despite his many triumphs, he insisted, he still expected the no-talent police to come and arrest him at any time. Though few…
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Why I Like To Write
Lord knows I hated to write for a long time. Looooooooooooooong time. High school. College. Writing assignments were hell. Law school was beautiful because, during the four years I was there, I had only to write a moot court brief … Continue reading
Northville — A Sample
Here’s Chapter 22, something I finished a couple of days ago. This is part of my new accountability project. I’ll post a sample here of what I’m working on, somewhat regularly. -22- Lily While Sophie was getting Sally, I … Continue reading
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2014 Writing Goals
Generally speaking, in the order I plan on getting them done. Finish Northville Five & Dime and send to some readers for their input. Help Zoe Keithley publish her novel and then move on to whatever publishing project she chooses … Continue reading