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or bike or horse ride – with me along this delightful island of Jersey(c) Sherri Matthews 2015
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The Congress of Rough Writers Flash Fiction Anthology Vol I
Congress of Rough Writers Awards
Lady By The River: Stories of Perseverance
Heart Whispers: A Poetry Anthology
Slices of Life: An Anthology of True Stories
The Lighthouse Award
Wonderful You!
Tag Archives: writing
First Draft Fever: Of Memoir And A Supermoon
Two of my favourite songs growing up were ‘Jackson‘ and ‘These Boots Are Made For Walkin’ ‘. As a child, I didn’t understand why anyone would want to get married in a fever (why would you want to get married … Continue reading
Chasing The Finish Line
Those of you who read my blog regularly know that my laptop – sent off for repair – ended up missing somewhere in the Czech Republic. Well, I never did get it back. I eventually heard from the computer shop … Continue reading
Desert Storm: 99 Word Flash Fiction
For this week’s Flash Fiction prompt, Charli asks us this: ‘In 99 words (no more, no less) write about the day the earth turned brown. How did it happen? What else might be going on? It can be dramatic or … Continue reading
Posted in Flash Fiction, Writing
Tagged 99 Word Flash Fiction, Clint Eastwood, Flash fiction, Murder Plot, writing
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The Write Surprise
Good or bad, love ’em or hate ’em, we never know when a surprise is about to burst into our day, catching us completely off-guard. Like the surprise I received on Tuesday morning. For some time now, I have made … Continue reading
Suspicious Minds: 99 Word Flash Fiction
Charli’s prompt for this week’s Flash Fiction challenge of ‘Juxtaposition‘ (see full explanation below) had me thinking, because it seems that a few of you would like me to carry on with Muriel’s story, which actually started out as Ken’s … Continue reading
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Tagged 99 Word Flash Fiction, Flash fiction, Humour, Juxtaposition, writing
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Symptoms Of Unrest: Flash Fiction 99 Words
Symptoms of Unrest Muriel waddled into the doctor’s office. “What can I do for you,” asked the doctor while staring at his computer screen. Muriel sniffed. “Well, my nose feels blocked and according to my husband, I snore.” “Have you … Continue reading
An Early Spring Blog Hop
Spring is a little slower to arrive than this time last year, but that is no bad thing for all those creatures who need a while longer to hibernate. Here, in Somerset, daffodils have already appeared and what a joy … Continue reading
Memoir Excerpt: 777 Writing Challenge
Way back in November, dear friend Sarah of Sarah Potter Writes tagged me for the 777 Challenge. Thanks so much Sarah, and for your patience! Sarah writes speculative fiction, sci-fi & fantasy and is also a wonderful Haiku & tanka … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Hops, Memoir
Tagged 777 Challenge, Blog Hop, Book Writing, Memoir, The Little Engine That Could, Work in Progress, writing
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Book Giveaway: Claudia Must Die By T. B. Markinson
One of the many things I love about this wonderful blogging community is not only the many stories we share and friendships we make, but the ways in which we support and encourage one another in so many ways. I … Continue reading
Posted in Book Promotions, Guest Blogs, Writing
Tagged Blogging, Blogging Community, Book Giveaway, Book Promotions, Friendship, Guest Blogs, writing
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Guest Post: Jennifer B. Graham Talks About The Birth Of Her Memoir
Today, I am delighted to welcome guest blogger Jennifer B Graham to talk about the birth of her memoir. Here, in Jennifer’s own words: My memoir, An Immoral Proposal, started out as a novel. Its conception began in South Africa, … Continue reading
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Tagged Apartheid, Family Life, Guest Blog, Marriage, Memoir, Relationships, writing
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A View From My Summerhouse 