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”
Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
Word Count — Does It Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Word Count — Does It Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
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).
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.
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
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).
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?”
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 So Much About Grammarian Gatekeepers
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Attention All Literary Agents/Agencies Large or Small
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE I have decided to accept proposals to determine which literary agent/agency will earn an exciting opportunity. I am offering exclusive rights…… Read more “Attention All Literary Agents/Agencies Large or Small”
Attention Literary Agents and/or Agencies
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE I have decided to accept proposals to determine which literary agent/agency will earn an exciting opportunity. I am offering exclusive rights…… Read more “Attention Literary Agents and/or Agencies”
To All Literary Agents/Agencies Large and Small
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE I have decided to accept proposals to determine which literary agent/agency will earn an exciting opportunity. I am offering exclusive rights…… Read more “To All Literary Agents/Agencies Large and Small”
Facebook Groups’ Authoritarian Rules Has Me “Leaving” Many
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.
Word Count Doesn’t Determine If You Told A Good Story
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Word Count Doesn’t Determine If You Told A Good Story”
Author/Writer Groups and Rules
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.
Attention All Literary Agents/Agencies Large and Small
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE I have decided to accept proposals to determine which literary agent/agency will earn an exciting opportunity. I am offering exclusive rights…… Read more “Attention All Literary Agents/Agencies Large and Small”
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”
Major Announcement —- Attention All Publishers Large and Small
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE I have decided to accept proposals to determine which publisher will earn an exciting opportunity. I am offering exclusive rights to…… Read more “Major Announcement —- Attention All Publishers Large and Small”
How Many Words???????
It isn’t about the number of words the author writes — It is about the story the author tells with the number of words written …… Read more “How Many Words???????”
Who Are Your Most Significant Authors?
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 “Who Are Your Most Significant Authors?”
Who Is Your Favorite Author?
The problem with many reviewers is that they are giving their opinion of what they like, not the quality of the story, and more importantly, not the value and understanding of the writer’s heart and soul.
Storytelling Is 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 “Storytelling Is Art”
Reflections
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. I have had,…… Read more “Reflections”
Omit To Improve Your Story?
Am I wrong in my presumption that by omitting parts of the story, they will understand the layered depth of the world I am creating? Or, is their perception limited only to what the words which appear on the page, or screen, tell them?
New Stories
Thank you for all of you who follow and read my blog. Lately I have been posting almost daily. I am now getting back into writing “The…… Read more “New Stories”
Why Write?!
For when it comes to that burning passion which is to write – I have no choice, I have no free will.
A Good Story Trumps The Disdain Of Grammarian Gatekeepers
Yesterday, I wrote a post discussing the importance of the author maintaining her or his voice, despite the pressures of self-appointed grammarians. Today, I am going to…… Read more “A Good Story Trumps The Disdain Of Grammarian Gatekeepers”
There Is Only One You
I get some interesting comments concerning my writings. Comments that often make me reflect. Comments that convince me to continue to keep telling stories. I write about…… Read more “There Is Only One You”
Please Visit Short Story Scribe on the Web
I made some tweaks to the website for Short Story Scribe , I invite you to click the link and check it out. All titles for both…… Read more “Please Visit Short Story Scribe on the Web”
Review – Blood Red Syrah
Review – Blood Red Syrah by Steve Corbett Jesús Malverde is a modern day messiah. He walks among the downtrodden, defending them against those who abuse power…… Read more “Review – Blood Red Syrah”
Word Count Doesn’t Determine The Value Of A Story
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blogpost. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Word Count Doesn’t Determine The Value Of A Story”
Review – Blood Red Syrah by Steve Corbett
When I am writing, I rarely read. After completing “Is Suicide Painless,” which was a taxing novella to write, I have taken some time off and I…… Read more “Review – Blood Red Syrah by Steve Corbett”