It’s been fun taking this art break, but it’s time to get back to what this blog is all about this year: revision. And at the end of this post I have a special announcement. Ooooh, Aaahhh. Brainstorming Revision Strategies Since one of my stories placed in its event in the Writer’s Games, it willContinue reading “Now Back to the Scheduled Program . . . Revision: Using feedback to strategize.”
Category Archives: editing
Quick Reminder: Editing panel coming up today #TBRcon21
This free writers conference has been wonderful so far. Great authors talking with each other about writing–What could be better? I’ve had Goodreads open the whole time and keep adding to my Want to Read list. I hope you get a chance to watch live and ask questions, but if not, they have the sessionsContinue reading “Quick Reminder: Editing panel coming up today #TBRcon21”
#WriterInMotion ~ Final Thoughts
I entered the Writer-In-Motion Challenge hoping to get some big break-through information from a professional editor. I wanted that sword that would cut down rejection and get me to YES! Truth is, I got more than that. I got, “Wow, Maria, the voice in this is amazing!” Voice. That magical, unteachable thing. That how doContinue reading “#WriterInMotion ~ Final Thoughts”
#WriterInMotion : The final draft
This week I received feedback from professional editor Jeni Chappelle of Jeni Chappelle Editorial. Jeni is the co-creator of this challenge as well as #RevPit on Twitter. I want to thank her for her time, encouragement and suggestions. Here it is. The final draft! The Bear’s Breeches Smell Slightly Sweet As They Rot I hadContinue reading “#WriterInMotion : The final draft”
All The Colors Of Santa And Snowmen: Final Days of 2017 Day 21
I found these wonderful little light covers yesterday. If I hadn’t been playing with pink flamingos the other day, I wouldn’t have recognized what they were. The rainbow santas and snowmen will probably be riding pink flamingos for Christmas at my house. #vss very short story In all the hustle and bustle of the AnnualContinue reading “All The Colors Of Santa And Snowmen: Final Days of 2017 Day 21”
Final Days Of 2017 Day 20: Fight For Your Right To Party!
This glittery Santa ornament still lives in its box. I thought about taking it out for the picture, but then he reminded me of The Prospector from Toy Story 2, so I left him in his box. #vss very short story Tears pushed at the corners of the collector’s eyes as he lifted Formalwear SantaContinue reading “Final Days Of 2017 Day 20: Fight For Your Right To Party!”
Christmas In Japan: Final Days of 2017 Day 19
I still haven’t been to Japan. I hope to visit some day. This pretty, colorful kimono seemed like an odd addition to the tree, so I thought I’d spend the day exploring Christmas traditions in Japan. You can read about Christmas traditions in Japan at All Things Christmas, The Culture Trip and Why Christmas? #vssContinue reading “Christmas In Japan: Final Days of 2017 Day 19”
#FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Joy To The World!
Many people put fake, plastic instruments on their Christmas trees. I like real ones. I received this Ocarina in a basket of world instruments as a Christmas gift. It adds gorgeous color to the tree and when the spirit moves, I can grab it and play along with my favorite carol. Or, in all honesty, make horribleContinue reading “#FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Joy To The World!”
Pink Flamingos: Final Days Of 2017 Day 17
I received these at a white elephant gift exchange. I think every tree needs some thoughtful pink flamingos. #vss very short story The reindeer became skittish as they got closer to Florida. A crew of pink flamingos were vying for their jobs and were always trying to show off for Santa. Trying not to kickContinue reading “Pink Flamingos: Final Days Of 2017 Day 17”
Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Aloha Santa
In the mood for a Hawaiian Christmas? This Santa is. My sweetie and I agree he would know the words to Mele Kalikimaka, so we’re not sure what he’s looking at in this book. If you’d like to listen to the song here’s some Bing Crosby. #vss very short story Santa let his elf takeContinue reading “Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Aloha Santa”
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