The writers of the Writer’s Retreat Blog have agreed to contribute essays to our series called, “Wiley Wednesday,” in which we will share our thoughts and opinions about the craft of writing. This is my essay for this week. I … Continue reading →
I’m never exactly sure what to say when I blog, especially since this particular blog doesn’t just represent me, but a whole group of very talented women. I was given entirely too much freedom. I was told that I could … Continue reading →
Okay, first – a disclaimer: This is the second book in Ms. Devlin’s Dark Realm series. Perhaps if I had read the first part, my impressions would have been different. ***This is a spoiler-free review.*** The story had lots of … Continue reading →
So, I’m a role player. Have been for almost five years (Eff, that long?) and I think it’s really improved my writing. Everyone has, once in their life, role-played. When you’re a kid pretending to be an evil storm warlock … 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 →
MaryAnn set her purse down on the kitchen table and shoved the peanut butter sandwich and a bag of Cheetos into it. Her lunch wasn’t nutrition friendly, but it was all MaryAnn was going to get tonight; she was running … Continue reading →
Most of the contributors of the Writer’s Retreat Blog participate in the weekly meme, Thursday Thirteen. Every Thursday we’ll link to the individual sites with each writer’s TT for the week so you can get to know all of us … Continue reading →
Voice. It’s the Holy Grail of creative writing. In fact, it’s a rather poor word for something that cannot really be put into words. I say that because there are many different uses of the term voice. There’s the technical … Continue reading →
Welcome to the world of Rachel Carmichael, self-employed Private Detective and Security Consultant. Join us as we follow Rachel on her adventures and, hopefully, on the path to quitting smoking!The Night Is A Harsh Mistress Chapter 1 Rachel Carmichael stubbed … Continue reading →
Happy Monday! Today officially begins our rotating schedule of blogging here on the WRB. I’m Kathleen (or Kat) and you’ll be stuck with my random ramblings every other Monday. I’ll try to keep things as entertaining and informative as possible! … Continue reading →