Chrys Fey's Blog, page 35
July 10, 2017
Books for Writers - Feng Shui for Writers
Amazon
I’ve always been fascinated by Feng Shui, and I’m such a serious writer that I’ll try anything to make me a better writer. M.C. Simon offers ways to master our lives. She thoroughly explains what Feng Shui and Chi is and walks us through the steps to incorporate both, as well as the five elements, into our work space.
Some of her tips:
“Don’t face any empty wall. Decorate it, or else you will always have a feeling that you face obstacles.”
She suggests room dividers for those writers who...
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I’ve always been fascinated by Feng Shui, and I’m such a serious writer that I’ll try anything to make me a better writer. M.C. Simon offers ways to master our lives. She thoroughly explains what Feng Shui and Chi is and walks us through the steps to incorporate both, as well as the five elements, into our work space.
Some of her tips:
“Don’t face any empty wall. Decorate it, or else you will always have a feeling that you face obstacles.”
She suggests room dividers for those writers who...
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July 5, 2017
#Sparks VS #Doubt / IWSG
The Insecure Writer's Support Group is a safe place for insecure writers of all kinds.Sign up here: Insecure Writer’s Support Group
Tweet a book pitch on July 27! More Info.
The IWSG is listed on Writer's Digest'sTop 101 Websites for Writers!
Question: What is one valuable lesson you've learned since you started writing?
My Answer: Don’t let #Doubt extinguish your #Sparks.
A spark is the reason why you do what you do. It’s the pulse for your passion. It’s your...
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Tweet a book pitch on July 27! More Info.
The IWSG is listed on Writer's Digest'sTop 101 Websites for Writers!
Question: What is one valuable lesson you've learned since you started writing?
My Answer: Don’t let #Doubt extinguish your #Sparks.
A spark is the reason why you do what you do. It’s the pulse for your passion. It’s your...
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June 26, 2017
I'm a YouTuber! / Monthly Mishmash
YouTube - I never thought I'd say this but...I'm a YouTuber!
I even have a YouTube Channel!
I need 100 subscribers to create a custom URL.
Would you please subscribe?
Right now, I'm sharing videos about marketing.
Marketing Spark 1 - BrandingMarketing Spark 2 - Newsletters
Thursday I'll be sharing my 3rd video about Amazon.
DEPRESSION - I am happy to report that since April, I feel as though I am back to my old self. I know that depression will always be part...
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I even have a YouTube Channel!
I need 100 subscribers to create a custom URL.
Would you please subscribe?
Right now, I'm sharing videos about marketing.
Marketing Spark 1 - BrandingMarketing Spark 2 - Newsletters
Thursday I'll be sharing my 3rd video about Amazon.
DEPRESSION - I am happy to report that since April, I feel as though I am back to my old self. I know that depression will always be part...
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June 19, 2017
Diverse Characters - K + L + M
INTRODUCTION:
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
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There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
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June 12, 2017
Empowering Women - Candis Cayne
Every month I am highlighting an empowering woman. This month it is:
Candis Cayne
© Glenn Francis, www.PacificProDigital.com
I was introduced to Candis Cayne when I watched I Am Cait, and Candis shone as a gorgeous, funny, and wise woman. She is a transgender woman.
“I’m not trying to be a spokeswoman for the transgender community. I just want to be looked at as a living, breathing, happy human being.”
She is a dancer and actress. In 2001, she won the Miss Continental Pageant for Female...
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Candis Cayne
© Glenn Francis, www.PacificProDigital.com
I was introduced to Candis Cayne when I watched I Am Cait, and Candis shone as a gorgeous, funny, and wise woman. She is a transgender woman.
“I’m not trying to be a spokeswoman for the transgender community. I just want to be looked at as a living, breathing, happy human being.”
She is a dancer and actress. In 2001, she won the Miss Continental Pageant for Female...
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June 7, 2017
Beating Insecurities! / IWSG
The Insecure Writer's Support Group is a safe place for insecure writers of all kinds.Sign up here: Insecure Writer’s Support Group
Optional June Question: Did you ever say “I quit”? If so, what happened to make you come back to writing?
Yes, I have. SEVERAL times.
Last year, I had said it a lot--when I was getting rejections, when sales weren't happening, reviews weren't coming in, when nothing was working despite my efforts, when my depression reared it's ugly head. I would even go...
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Optional June Question: Did you ever say “I quit”? If so, what happened to make you come back to writing?
Yes, I have. SEVERAL times.
Last year, I had said it a lot--when I was getting rejections, when sales weren't happening, reviews weren't coming in, when nothing was working despite my efforts, when my depression reared it's ugly head. I would even go...
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May 29, 2017
Prepping for My First Book Event and Signing / Monthly Mishmash
Book Club: The IWSG Book Club will be reading for June/July....
This book will demonstrate characterization, which was voted #1 by our members for what they want to learn how to do better. Even if you've read this book before, reread it with fresh eyes, paying attention to characterization.
Join us!
Whether you read a book is up to you.
Whether you join the book discussion is up to you.
Though we do hope for both. ;)
And you can join any book discussion, even if...
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This book will demonstrate characterization, which was voted #1 by our members for what they want to learn how to do better. Even if you've read this book before, reread it with fresh eyes, paying attention to characterization.
Join us!
Whether you read a book is up to you.
Whether you join the book discussion is up to you.
Though we do hope for both. ;)
And you can join any book discussion, even if...
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May 26, 2017
Joplin Deadliest Tornado Outbreak / Guest Post by Tamara Hart Heiner
In May 2011, more than a hundred people died in the deadliest tornado outbreak this century.
In fact, it was the deadliest tornado outbreak in the modern era. In this day of forecasts and tornado sirens and weather alarms, most people can get to safety before a tornado hits. Last night, May 18, 2017, my city was once again under a tornado warning. I was reminded of that night six years ago when we were under a tornado warning the same time as Joplin. Joplin was the perfect recipe for...
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In fact, it was the deadliest tornado outbreak in the modern era. In this day of forecasts and tornado sirens and weather alarms, most people can get to safety before a tornado hits. Last night, May 18, 2017, my city was once again under a tornado warning. I was reminded of that night six years ago when we were under a tornado warning the same time as Joplin. Joplin was the perfect recipe for...
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May 22, 2017
Diverse Characters - H + I + J
Join our book discussion on our Goodreads page.
The starter discussion has simple, fun questions anyone can answer, if even you didn't read the book.
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INTRODUCTION:
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse...
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The starter discussion has simple, fun questions anyone can answer, if even you didn't read the book.
****
INTRODUCTION:
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse...
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May 19, 2017
Reasons to Read and Write Short Stories by Tyrean Martinson / Hero Lost Blog Tour
Reasons to Read and Write Short Stories
(In the Wild or At Home)
by Tyrean Martinson
1. Interruptions: I’ve had four in the time that I intended to write this guest post.
With a short story, we can quickly pick up where we left off and know that we haven’t been interrupted “too long” to enjoy reading or writing them.
2. Limited Time or In the Wilds (anywhere but at home)
Reading: Short stories fit in limited time spots – on a lunch break or a coffee break, in the waiting room...
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(In the Wild or At Home)
by Tyrean Martinson
1. Interruptions: I’ve had four in the time that I intended to write this guest post.
With a short story, we can quickly pick up where we left off and know that we haven’t been interrupted “too long” to enjoy reading or writing them.
2. Limited Time or In the Wilds (anywhere but at home)
Reading: Short stories fit in limited time spots – on a lunch break or a coffee break, in the waiting room...
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