On Wednesday, my writing group held its last session for the Spring term this year. The official feedback sessions are closed and most of us are getting ready to travel. Summer in Sweden always fascinates me. Everyone leaves! Everyone. It’s like a weird horror movie. Homemade signs stuck in windows saying something like ‘Closed untilContinue reading “Summer is Here”
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5 Compelling Reasons to Attend Writing Festivals
Since we’re on the subject of writing festivals, let’s talk about what they are and why they are important. Writing festivals, or conferences, are a collection of workshops, panels, interviews, book signings, and mingles geared toward those interested in writing. They typically take place over a couple of days in one single location, be itContinue reading “5 Compelling Reasons to Attend Writing Festivals”
Retreat
I’ve managed to stay out of the political chaos that surrounds my home country so far and I’m hoping to avoid the aftermath as well. Honestly, no matter which side of the political fence you stand on, all the emotional sensationalism that’s out there creates a reaction and it’s that reaction I can do without.Continue reading “Retreat”
I Write Like Who?
It all began with a question. Or, a request. During my latest round of submissions, I ran across this: Include a short bio and describe your style. My style? I don’t know my style. Themes, no problem. Genres, easy. But style? So I did what any respectable writer does when met with a question likeContinue reading “I Write Like Who?”
Rejection Rituals
As part of my weekly writing schedule, one day a week I submit work to various literary magazines or online journals. I can honestly say that so far it’s worked! Granted I’ve only been working off my new schedule for two weeks, but hey, it’s a start =). I started my new writing schedule last weekContinue reading “Rejection Rituals”
Imagine What An Alligator Would Do and Other Ways I Motivate Myself
In our home, silly gets a good place. Somewhere between the hot water boiler and the computer. We’ve come to rely on it, fall back on it, pull it out when we’re stressed and a number of other clichés I could fit in here. We’re silly people, what can I say? So a typical dinnerContinue reading “Imagine What An Alligator Would Do and Other Ways I Motivate Myself”
Thursday Thoughts – Graffiti and Bicycle Wheel Conspiracies
On Thursdays I normally share random thoughts I plan to use as writing inspiration or prompts. Stockholm is still freezing, though today it’s a mild -10 degrees. I’ve perfected the art of wearing two pairs of pants at the same time and I can now do at least thirty different tasks while wearing my gloves. IfContinue reading “Thursday Thoughts – Graffiti and Bicycle Wheel Conspiracies”
Thursday Thoughts – Seaweed Parties and Giants
On Thursdays I normally share random thoughts I plan to use as writing inspiration or prompts. It’s been a cold week here in Stockholm and part of me wants to do nothing but curl up in bed with a good book while the cat sits on my head. Tomorrow night it’s supposed to go down toContinue reading “Thursday Thoughts – Seaweed Parties and Giants”
Thursday Thoughts -Teeth and Trains
Thursday Thoughts are back! On Thursdays I normally share random thoughts I plan to use as writing inspiration or prompts. Over the holidays, however, I took off for two weeks and spent that time focused on my family. The kids start school again tomorrow which means I guess it’s back to work for me, too. AndContinue reading “Thursday Thoughts -Teeth and Trains”
Thursday Thoughts – Crispy Bits and the Color Blue
It’s time for THURSDAY THOUGHTS, where I share with you random thoughts I plan to use as writing inspiration or prompts. I’m loving these posts and the stories that are coming out of them! What typically happens is I write the post on Thursday and allow the thoughts to roll around in my head for aContinue reading “Thursday Thoughts – Crispy Bits and the Color Blue”
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