Tag Archives: inspiration

The Sagging Middle by Leia Shaw

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Two weeks ago I tackled the topic of meeting deadlines and the stress that comes with it. Along the same lines – because I often blog about what I’m currently going through – I’m going to ta about the sagging … Continue reading →

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Inspiration

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Toni Kelly

I live in the desert and temperatures have just begun to creep up into the 100s. Yes it is a dry heat but as you’ve probably heard me say before, an oven has dry heat as well and what do … Continue reading →

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Gram and I by Leia Shaw

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Every writer will tell you that their grandma loved their stories when they were little. Or that their fifth grade teacher thought they were the best writer in the class. Or that they won a contest in seventh grade. Greatness … Continue reading →

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A Very Vampire Contest and Some Thoughts

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

This has been a hard week for everyone, not the least to find out yesterday’s horrifying news of the school shooting (in Connecticut).  I was babysitting my granddaughter Penelope and hugged her and played with her and talked to her … Continue reading →

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The Sweet Spot of Life

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Toni Kelly

When I’m writing this blog, it’s the Friday night before it’s due. I’m trying to be prepared because I’ve got a big week ahead and very little time. This has been a wicked hard week but I’ve somehow survived (okay … Continue reading →

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Make Your Characters Suffer

Posted on December 2, 2012 by C. Margery Kempe

by C. Margery Kempe My brother and I have been watching a lot of Austen and Dickens. He’s been especially happy to see the era of furniture he’s been buying for our 1810 house (which is slowly coming together: endless … Continue reading →

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Writing in the Rain

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

I had other plans for the evening, but then it rained.  Rain always distracts me.  When the sky grows dark and weeps down the windows, my brain begins its revelry and I write. Imagine running hard until you’re breathless down … Continue reading →

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Words of Love

Posted on November 20, 2010 by C. Margery Kempe

When inspiration fails, it’s often useful to go back through the great words that have inspired so many sighing hearts and longing minds over the centuries. So many immortal lines never lose their allure and fill the thoughts of lovers … Continue reading →

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What Have You Got to Lose?

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Toni Kelly

I lectured a co-worker this week at my job (the other job besides writing)—one of many flaws, I tend to be a bit preachy at times. But my intentions were really good. This co-worker wants to go places, do things … Continue reading →

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Nicaragua, an Inspirational Journey

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Toni Kelly

By the time you read this, I will be half-way through my trip to the beautiful Central American country Nicaragua.  And yes, I’m bringing my lap top.  In the midst of political chaos, this country truly is a treasure, a … Continue reading →

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