Nature abhors a vacuum: horror vacui. ~Aristotle This applies to much more than thermodynamics. We use this dictum in all facets of life, and I often hear one form of it that’s more relevant to the venture of writing . … Continue reading →
We’re starting a new trend here at Writer’s Retreat. Why limit ourselves to just blogs, websites and book trailers on YouTube? A doll in hand is a great way to get to know the writer herself. Purchase us and we … Continue reading →
http://www.languageisavirus.com/magneticpoetry/index.html I used the Charles Baudelaire kit and made this I’d love to see your attempts 🙂
Continue reading →This post is late, late, late! I forgot it was my turn to blog today, fortunately my friend and fellow writer Kathleen Oxley thought to remind me, thanks Kat. In the process of getting this post written and published I … Continue reading →
The Night Is A Harsh Mistress Chapter 3 Of course, you know what they say about good intentions. The alarm went off precisely at eleven and she nearly knocked it on the floor trying to get to the snooze bar. … Continue reading →
Today is my day to blog and I’m woefully uninspired. Nonetheless, here’s an amusing video.
Continue reading →In their new album, Minutes to Midnight, bad boy alternative rockers Linkin Park show a new more somber and introspective side. Their first few albums dealt heavily with the traditional teen subjects of relationships and anger at parents, lovers, and … Continue reading →
As I was sitting here trying to figure out what to write, a very good friend suggested sharing what inspires me! So big thanks to Cat for the idea and Gwen for the pep talk 🙂 Okay, so onto the … Continue reading →
Every Friday, we will post links to a collection of flash pieces written by our contributing Authors and guests. They may be related to the same prompt, they may be randomly assembled, they will always be enjoyable. This week, we … Continue reading →
Discovery of PoetryOf all the things I love to read, poetry has never really been on the list. But as I have been delving in to what writing is, how to improve it, add passion to it; I have realized … Continue reading →