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A Ghost Story
A single tulip had struggled its way free of the weed-choked garden that spanned the front porch. Long strips of paint peeled from the siding and columns. Like most of the windows, the doorway held little more than the memory … Continue reading
More on Writing
Viewers generally need the details of a concrete setting in order to enter the story Engaging all the senses is an important part of creating a setting. In addition to the visual impact of the setting, one must also consider … Continue reading
On Writing
Personification: giving human characteristics to something nonhuman Many of us do this even outside of writing. My husband and I will often address the dog as though he were capable of understanding and responding to what we say, and occasionally … Continue reading
Salvador Dali
Salvador Dali painted images from his dreams and the question is often asked, was Dali genius, or madman? Throughout his life he enjoyed creating a sensation as well as creating controversy. He spent most of his life promoting himself and … Continue reading
Writing Events
Courtesy of NaNoWriMo: There are also heaps of events run by other people to provide some structure and community for your post-NaNo endeavors. We’re not affiliated with any of these (except Script Frenzy), but all of these events are free … Continue reading
Poetry Assignment
In class we had to write a poetry response to a poem. So, here goes: Deep within enchanted stone Carved from sweat and pain Where icy winds do twist and moan There the winter court does reign Stolen hearts and … Continue reading
Rock Hunting
The rumbling started softly, shaking loose a few bits of shale here and there. A low roar quickly followed the shaking, and my sister dropped the quartz-infused rock she was considering for her collection. We spared a moment for a … Continue reading
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