Monthly Archives: October 2011

Book Blast at FCC

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Carrie

The best thing about doing things for the first time is that you never have to do that thing for the first time again. There will always be past experience to fall back on. I did one of those things … Continue reading →

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Gateways into the Unknown

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Carrie

This weekend marks the official beginning of something new for me. A public appearance as a writer. I’ve been making ‘public appearances’ as an artist for years, turning up at horse shows, art shows, craft shows, and other events to … Continue reading →

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October 26, 2011 Writing Prompt

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Carrie

This Week’s Prompts Introducing Thomas, one of our two cats. Both of them love to sit in the windows on fine days and survey the surroundings. Or watch the perimeter for intruders. I’m never quite certain which is the case. … Continue reading →

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Second Draft Push, Week Three

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Carrie

I wouldn’t say this story is a train that’s left the station … yet … but the engines are revving and the whistle may be about to sound. The struggle to determine what stays on the platform and what leaves … Continue reading →

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October 19, 2011 Writing Prompt

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Carrie

This Week’s Prompt Writers are encouraged to incorporate the five senses into their writing whenever appropriate. Sight. Sound. Scent. Touch. Taste. With autumn descending on most of us, I’m going to combine the senses and see what you can come … Continue reading →

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COTT Kicks Off Tournament of Champions

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Carrie

Guest post by Jennifer Slattery Last week, Clash of the Titles launched their first annual Tournament of Champions with two clashes and four talented authors. In Clash one, CS Lakin, author of Someone to Blame, and Marianne Evans, author of … Continue reading →

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Second Draft Push, Week Two

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Carrie

Writing is a difficult business. Once a new writer gets past the novelty of novel writing, it doesn’t take them long to realize writing is hard work. Those adrenaline rushes that come with crafting a well-turned phrase or with writing … Continue reading →

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October 12, 2011 Writing Prompt

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Carrie

This Week’s Prompt Are you blue today? Is your writing blue? If not, then get blue with today’s writing prompt. BLUE What comes to mind when you see blue or think about blue? What sorts of characters come to mind? … Continue reading →

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COTT Winner Tender Touch

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Carrie

*Guest post by Delia Latham Divine gifts have been a topic of much dissension down through the ages. Some folks believe God bestows certain gifts on his children; others firmly believe He does not—or at least that He might have … Continue reading →

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A Whip to My Tail

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Carrie

Last week, I wrote about my need for focus when it comes to writing and I used horse racing equipment as the analogy. Blinkers (or blinders) keep race horses from seeing what’s going on outside the track and keeps their … Continue reading →

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