Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “The Written Word Is Our Art”
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Literary Agents, Agencies and Publishers
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE I have decided to accept proposals to determine which literary agent/agency and/or publisher will earn an exciting opportunity. I am offering…… Read more “Literary Agents, Agencies and Publishers”
The Written Word Is Our Art
Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “The Written Word Is Our Art”
Hemingway Home – Key West, Florida
Whether you, enjoy writing, are a professional author or, as I am, an undiscovered one – there is one destination I highly recommend you visit in your lifetime, The…… Read more “Hemingway Home – Key West, Florida”
Hemingway and Fitzgerald
An interesting read if you a fan of Ernest Hemingway and/or F. Scott Fitzgerald.. https://www.thearticle.com/fitzgerald-and-hemingway-a-tortured-friendship Makes one wonder if most great artists are damaged, and how many…… Read more “Hemingway and Fitzgerald”
Harley Quinn and Dr. Harleen Quinzel Finds Their Savior
A Little Fan Fiction Dr. Harleen Quinzel’s view: What have I been doing all this time? Why am I imprisoned? Why am I kissing that freak The…… Read more “Harley Quinn and Dr. Harleen Quinzel Finds Their Savior”
Hemingway Home – Key West, Florida
Whether you, enjoy writing, are a professional author or, as I am, an undiscovered one – there is one destination I highly recommend you visit in your lifetime, The…… Read more “Hemingway Home – Key West, Florida”
Does anyone know the author’s voice better than the author?
…because at that point in the story, the character is fragmented, and I want to convey that to the reader using the narrative. Instead of telling or showing, I want the reader to experience the story.
Free Flash Fiction
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“Overly” Sensitive?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more ““Overly” Sensitive?”
Harley Quinn Finds Her Savior
A Little Fan Fiction Dr. Harleen Quinzel’s view: What have I been doing all this time? Why am I imprisoned? Why am I kissing that freak The…… Read more “Harley Quinn Finds Her Savior”
The Comfort Of Despair, E-Book on Amazon
For those of us who read primarily via a kindle or kindle app, “The Comfort of Despair” Kindle edition is now available. Please click or copy and…… Read more “The Comfort Of Despair, E-Book on Amazon”
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
A Bit Of Flash Fiction “On The House”
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“Overly” Sensitive?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more ““Overly” Sensitive?”
Why I Used To Write! Is My Gift Gone?
For when it comes to that burning passion which is to write – I have no choice, I have no free will.
Are You “Overly” Sensitive?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Are You “Overly” Sensitive?”
Politically Independent Leads To Dominque’s Independence?
In the journey to accumulate wealth, society’s humanity has become the greatest cost.
A Little Fan Fiction – Harley Quinn Finds Her Savior
Dr. Harleen Quinzel’s view: What have I been doing all this time? Why am I imprisoned? Why am I kissing that freak The Joker? I look at…… Read more “A Little Fan Fiction – Harley Quinn Finds Her Savior”
Does anyone know the author’s voice better than the author?
…because at that point in the story, the character is fragmented, and I want to convey that to the reader using the narrative. Instead of telling or showing, I want the reader to experience the story.
“Illness” or “Injury”
I have developed a bit of a disdain for the overuse of the term “mental illness.” I truly believe it has become overused for what are normal…… Read more ““Illness” or “Injury””
Few Words – Intense Emotion
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Check Out Independent Storytellers
I love to read as much as I love to write. Well, almost. In addition to articles, news, professional journals and blogs, nightly I work on reading…… Read more “Check Out Independent Storytellers”
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Intense Emotion
© 2017 A Father by Scono Sciuto All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form…… Read more “Intense Emotion”
Sensitivity – Creativity’s Curse?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Sensitivity – Creativity’s Curse?”
Thank You Hemingway
Each time I am writing a story, I read the following, and strive to do all except numbers 3 & 6 This particular list comes from open…… Read more “Thank You Hemingway”
Hemingway’s Best Advice – “Write One True Sentence”
Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast, he writes: Sometimes when I was starting a new story and…… Read more “Hemingway’s Best Advice – “Write One True Sentence””
Is Sensitivity Creativity’s Curse?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Is Sensitivity Creativity’s Curse?”
Check Out Independent Storytellers
I love to read as much as I love to write. Well, almost. In addition to articles, news, professional journals and blogs, nightly I work on reading…… Read more “Check Out Independent Storytellers”
Facebook Groups’ Authoritarian Fiefdoms
Yes, one of our very own, a fellow author becomes a totalitarian dictator laying down commandments — commandments cut in stone by their fiery finger whose very ability to express is a freedom held so dear.
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Tell A Good Story And Don’t Worry
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
My Own Take On Hemingway’s “Write One True Sentence”
Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast, he writes: Sometimes when I was starting a new story and…… Read more ” My Own Take On Hemingway’s “Write One True Sentence””
Few Words — Intense Emotion
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How NOT to Get a Literary Agent by Meg LaTorre
This showed up on my google news-feed this morning and I am glad it did. It is a fantastic video with great information. I have subscribed to…… Read more “How NOT to Get a Literary Agent by Meg LaTorre”
Hemingway Home – Key West, Florida
Whether you, enjoy writing, are a professional author or, as I am, an undiscovered one – there is one destination I highly recommend you visit in your lifetime, The…… Read more “Hemingway Home – Key West, Florida”
Reflect On The Past To Move To The Future
As I travel life’s road, I realize, the path I view in the windshield is considerably shorter than the path I glimpse in the rear-view mirror. And…… Read more “Reflect On The Past To Move To The Future”
Loneliness Of A Writer?
On a recent post I was asked the following question…. Q – Do you really experience loneliness when you write? A lot of writers say writing is…… Read more “Loneliness Of A Writer?”
What Are Your Favorite Books?
I saw this comment on Writers and Authors Promotion FB page. Please rank 5 top classic books you find of the highest significance that should be ABSOLUTELY…… Read more “What Are Your Favorite Books?”
Generational Pessimism Of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton PA
Even after being away from Northeastern Pennsylvania’s scarred mine fields for several years, I am sometimes still amazed by the genuine joy for life people here in…… Read more “Generational Pessimism Of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton PA”
When Despair Becomes Comfortable — Is The End Near?
I had always believed living such a great life in my youth was a blessing. Now that I am older and realize my life will never be…… Read more “When Despair Becomes Comfortable — Is The End Near?”
I Miss The Person I Was
The fact of the matter is that life can suck. For so many there is no joy, there is no elation, there is no happiness. The treadmill to nowhere keeps moving and there is no choice but to keep pace until the effort causes the body to become frail, the mind to falter, and the soul to flail.
Lustful Play With Perfection
ADULT CONTENT …… Read more “Lustful Play With Perfection”
Please Support Independent Writers
I love to read as much as I love to write. Well, almost. In addition to articles, news, professional journals and blogs, nightly I work on reading…… Read more “Please Support Independent Writers”
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
I Miss…
I write to show the reality of life’s injurious lessons.
I write to spark conversation.
I write to open eyes.
Few Words Express Such Intense Emotion
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Is Sensitivity The Curse of Creativity?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Is Sensitivity The Curse of Creativity?”
My Take On, “Write One True Sentence”
Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast, he writes: Sometimes when I was starting a new story and…… Read more ” My Take On, “Write One True Sentence””
Short Story Scribe 