This is such an interesting article and worth sharing. I must admit I stick to how I’ve always used commas, and that’s the natural pause in breath. The example used does set the tone for thinking how many of us take for granted. I love those funny memes that shows how missing out a comma… Continue reading Reblogged – Commas, and How to Use Them
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Karen’s Chat on my 2024 Reading Journal
Last December as I browsed through YouTube, I came across people doing their 2023 journal setups. I was mesmerised. I watched several and decided to make my own. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed keeping it this year. As it’s for my personal use it didn’t matter that some of the pages I’d created, I didn’t use. Neither… Continue reading Karen’s Chat on my 2024 Reading Journal
Self-Publishing Advice, reblogged.
This is a lovely article for those starting out on their journey. I would also add that you should learn everything about your craft and the business too. Self-publishing is a journey I embarked on, a less common path. It had its ups and downs, teaching me valuable and life-changing lessons. First, I … What… Continue reading Self-Publishing Advice, reblogged.
Four Facts Every Author Should Know
When you are a published author, you should learn all about the trade you are in, right? Well, no. Unlike like other businesses I’ve noticed some authors have missed the basics. So this might help. Recently I saw a post on Instagram where someone talked about seeing a book she fancied, but had to jump… Continue reading Four Facts Every Author Should Know
Karen’s Chat about Echos
No, not the type that you yell across a valley or into a cave. I’m referring to repeats of the same word in quick succession. We’ve all done it, and since I’ve been learning how to edit, it’s something I hadn’t thought about before. I use a grammar program called Pro Writing Aid and it… Continue reading Karen’s Chat about Echos
Support your favourite Authors
I found this blog post recently and it simply tells you how to support your favourite authors. I do all of this frequently, but there will be those who don’t know these simple steps. https://tishbouvier.me/2023/03/7-simple-ways-on-how-to-support-your-favorite-author/?fbclid=IwAR3X2MwLYnOFbjFVVWFML4yZV26RH9CftVa-6aUHRKqoWLNyJ1LWSed25Lc
Building A House
I have just completed a story. Hey, that’s great, I hear you say. Yes, it is but it’s a long way from being a book. Now the work truly begins. Thinking about it, I can liken it to building a house. The Frame Work - First Draft Putting the idea on paper is like constructing… Continue reading Building A House
National Leon Day – Well, I Didn’t Know That!
This is really useful to me, and I didn’t know it was a thing. It will certainly be a thing from now on! Leon is simply Noel spelt backwards and it is exactly six months until Christmas. It’s a day for crafters to begin planning their Christmas makes. Recently I have been making birthday cards… Continue reading National Leon Day – Well, I Didn’t Know That!
Avoid the Slush Pile (#1)
An interesting post from the editor at Crimson Cloak Publishing. She talks about the passive voice when writing. Learn from professional Crimson Cloak Publishing executive editor Denna Holm (and prolific writer) on how to best avoid the dreaded slush pile upon … Read it here
When Jacarandas Bloom by Ellen Reed, a review by a Pauline Reid
I am a sucker for books, and if you read my blog, you’ll know, it's something I frequently mention. Show me a beautiful cover and I’m intrigued. Give me the description and I may just be tempted. When I read a good review like the one below, I have buy, or get it on KU… Continue reading When Jacarandas Bloom by Ellen Reed, a review by a Pauline Reid
Karen J. Mossman - World of Stories 