Sometimes I recommend certain books because I’ve found them particularly useful for journal writing inspiration. One such book is Word Painting by Rebecca McClanahan.
The book is easy to read and offers stacks of useful advice. I particularly enjoyed the writing exercises. I recommend working on these in your writer’s journal. You’ll be amazed how […]
I was happy to receive an email newsletter from NaNoWriMo today. They’ve got a few things happening, but they also reminded readers about the upcoming National Novel Writing Month, which is November, in case you didn’t know.
For those with no clue to what I’m on about NaNoWriMo is simply the website which encourages writers […]
Here is another contest with a bit of a twist for those who love crafty things & writing. Etsy & Instructables have joined forces for the Sew Useful Contest. All you need to do is create something useful and write the tutorial to go with it. Read more information at either websites contest page:
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I’m thinking […]
After reading Simply Thrifty’s latest entry: 24 Uses for Newspapers, I couldn’t help adding just one more. Reading newspapers gives me heaps to write about.
I find the letters to the editor particularly good. Someone will write a provocative letter about a subject I either agree or disagree with. Some letters will really get me […]
Today is Friday, so that means it’s Freaky Friday. If you need to know more about this journal writing challenge please read the First Freaky Friday entry.
Since the time of year draws close to Valentine’s Day my mind naturally linked to the Freaky Friday entry for today. Read more about Saint Valentine on Wikipedia […]
Tonight I went to see the new film Casino Royale. After watching and discussing with my husband it was clear this movie gives more background on the character of James Bond. His motives and reasons for behaving as he does are very much part of the story presented in this latest 007 installment.
Your writer’s […]
I know it happens from time to time. You sit and write in your journal and just churn out the most banal rubbish ever, day after day. Blah days can dishearten even the most dedicated journal writer. I believe there is still value in writing any old thing in your journal. Not only does it […]
If you enjoy working on short stories in your journal you may want to take part in this interesting challenge. The Short Story Challenge 2007 is open for registration until January 10, 2007.
The event is presented by NYCMidnight.com. The prizes and awards should be enough to at least get your attention. Looks like a […]
Ok, you caught me. I know I’m supposed to be researching something fine to share with you about journal writing. I was doing something related to journals and diaries, though. I swear. If you enjoyed That 70s Show you may also have fun reading their character diaries.
You might want to write something similar for […]
Elizabeth Bezant of Inspirational Moments wants your personal essays. There are currently four books to fill with personal stories. Be sure to read Writing a Moments Story, Submission Guidelines and Tips on Stronger Writing. Even if you never send your essays in, the four themes make excellent journal writing prompts.
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