Category Archives: Writing

Wordsmiths

Posted on August 20, 2011 by fairysockmother

I love the term “wordsmith.” It implies a level of expertise and creativity that we, as writers, crave. It means never settling for less than the right word in every sentence. There is more to it than selecting the correct word; it … Continue reading →

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Technology and Writing

Posted on August 14, 2011 by fairysockmother

The first time I submitted a children’s book I had to ask my aunt to type the manuscipt for me. Thank heavens, I got a computer soon after that. I can’t even imagine writing a novel on a typewriter. I tweak my manuscripts … Continue reading →

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Multitasking

Posted on August 13, 2011 by fairysockmother

I am working on three writing projects and reading two books at the same time. My conversational ability has begun to suffer with my mind awash in characters, plots, and settings. If you ask me a question, please excuse my … Continue reading →

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The Writing Process

Posted on July 30, 2011 by fairysockmother

My stories first emerge on junk mail, paper napkins, the margins of bulletins from church or theater programs. To begin with they are isolated bits of dialogue, plots, description, or the name of a truly awesome character. Then, like puzzle pieces they start to … Continue reading →

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Summer Morning

Posted on July 27, 2011 by fairysockmother

It’s blissfully cool and quiet this morning. There are three pale yellow water lilies in the pond and a green frog, no bigger than a quarter, blinking in the water mint. Overhead, a small red squirrel stuffs his cheeks with mulberries! It’s hard … Continue reading →

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A World Filled With Stories

Posted on June 12, 2011 by fairysockmother

Everyone is a storyteller. Each of us has a tale to tell. All we need is someone who will listen and remember. Some stories are simple every day happenings but others affect us and the people we share them with profoundly.  Make an opportunity … Continue reading →

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