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As always, I recommend sampling before you buy! I have not read most of the new…

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In reading K.M. Weiland’s materials on structuring a novel, I appreciated her concept of the protagonist’s…

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There once was a dude with a big gun,that really limited how fast he could run,when…

Why some veterans do not benefit from trauma therapy

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Apologies and Update

I am so sorry there was no Monday #Motivation #Meditation or #TarotReading today but I have…

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Writing Humor And Insights From A Long Term Creative Career With Scott Dikkers

How can you write funny characters and make readers laugh with your writing? Plus the importance…

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I’m happy to welcome authors Lauren Sevier and A. Smith. Today, they share interesting tidbits about…

Fabulous Fairy Cakes and an Epic Fantasy Read by Carol Browne…

This delightful dessert is popular in Britain. We call them fairy cakes while my American cousins…

Monday Mysteries with Francesca Catlow and The Little Blue Door

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Book Review by Benni Chisholm: Lost Immunity by Daniel Kalla

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