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Weed Wackers & Writer’s Block: Spark Your Creative Juices!
I watched a man buzz down the street—literally—in my mom’s neighborhood the other day, a Weed Wacker engine slung haphazardly onto the back of his bike. This was one of those “only in America” moments. And people wonder why half the world wants to kill us. In all seriousness though, I realized something. This man wasn’t only…
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Dry on Creativity? This ‘Art’ Might Help
Don’t you just LOVE when you see an image that makes you want to grab the nearest pen and paper, and begin scribbling? Or when you hear “that song” on the radio in the car, and suddenly, you think of your next (New York Times bestselling) novel? Art inspires art. For me, it can be…
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Nature as Creativity Booster
Ever since I met Melissa Crytzer Fry, I’ve been AMAZED how she draws parallels between the tiniest details in nature and the writing process. Today, I’m happy to introduce Melissa to you–as the third (and final) writer/blogger in my networking project. Welcome to Rogue Writer, Melissa, and thanks for your guest blog (and photos) today! Nature…
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10 Reasons Every Writer Should Keep an Idea Box
How many times have I heard a (professional) writer tell me, “I really need an idea box?” Let me count the ways … What is an idea box? Simply put: it’s a box you keep close to your favorite writing spot (for me, on my desk) where you stash all those great ideas scribbled on…
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Perfecting the Chocolate Chip Cookie
I’m a foodie–with an unfortunate addiction to sweets. That’s why I clicked with Leah Singer, the second writer I’m introducing, who’s part of a special networking project (a few weeks ago, you met V.V. Denman). Leah blogs at “Leah’s Thoughts,” and like me, she loves food, family and words. I’d like you to join me in…