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February 22, 2017
Writers showcase next week!
Good morning, Write Edge readers! Just a quick reminder that next week I’ll share our monthly writers showcase. Keep an eye out for the pieces that caught my eye these last few weeks. Also, I’m so happy to announce the first anthology of the Facebook writers group Authors’ Tale. I joined this group last year […]
February 21, 2017
New book review now up!
Good morning, Write Edge readers! I’ve posted my latest book review for you. Today I share my thoughts on The Best Mistake Mystery by Sylvia McNicoll. Here’s an excerpt of my post: Author Sylvia McNicoll creates a fairly relatable character in Stephen. He deals with many of the same issues that today’s middle schoolers tackle, and […]
February 20, 2017
The occasional need to pursue the absurd
Hello, Write Edge readers! I’ve spent the last few weeks doing quite a bit of writing. I’m pushing into spaces that cover familiar ground and also some unfamiliar ground. Sometimes this makes me feel like I’m venturing into the absurd — for me, that is. But sometimes it’s good to explore new areas of one’s […]
February 17, 2017
Latest parenting adventure now up!
Hello, Write Edge readers! I’ve posted my latest adventure in parenting. Here’s an excerpt: Sometimes parenting isn’t about the big moments, the big conversations. Sometimes it’s as much about these little moments as anything else. These evenings where we bond over something as simple as a hairstyle. Read the whole Chart now on Growth Chart! […]
February 15, 2017
Short story ideas for next week
Good morning, Write Edge readers! I’ve posted the short story ideas I’m considering for next week’s new fiction. They include a Valentine’s Day breakup and falling clouds. Want to know more? Read the full prompts now on The Write Edge Writing Workshop! Have a great day, readers! E.R.G.Filed under: Creative writing, indie authors, Short stories, weekly […]
February 13, 2017
“Love is all you need…”
Good morning, Write Edge readers! The Beatles said it best, and while we’re talking about love and music I’m bowled over by Adele’s humility last night at the Grammy awards. This monumental artist came to the stage five times to accept accolades, and every single time she stood at the microphone and thanked others with […]
February 10, 2017
Newest parenting adventures posted!
Good morning, Write Edge readers! I’ve posted my latest Spurts for you. Here’s an excerpt: “Were you surprised?” Ten asked Thursday morning at breakfast. “Yes,” I answered honestly, “but I just wish I’d dressed a little better.” She considered me carefully, and I recognized that look. It’s the mirror image of how I feel when […]
February 8, 2017
Short story ideas for next week now up!
Good morning, Write Edge readers! I’ve posted the writing prompts I’m considering for Monday’s short fiction. They include a possibly doomed love story and making excuses for missing homework. Want to read the full prompts? Read them now on The Write Edge Writing Workshop! Have a great day, readers! E.R.G.Filed under: Creative writing, Short stories, weekly […]
February 7, 2017
Book review now posted!
Good morning, Write Edge readers! Today I’m sharing my review of a book that isn’t brand new. Last fall I received Jodi Picoult’s newest book, called Small Great Things. That book turned me into an instant fan of Picoult’s work. When I saw a slightly older novel of hers in the store, I picked it […]
February 6, 2017
Looking for real people
Hello, Write Edge readers! It’s Monday! Another week and another time frame to work toward our life’s passions and goals. People always pay attention to the figures in pop culture and history who made it big, who left a mark. Often we forget that before those individuals left that mark, they worked as hard as […]
