Category Archives: writing

Original tales

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Sue Vincent

I was writing late last night and, on re-reading what I had written became aware of an odd juxtaposition of certain words. They took me straight back to a book where a particular passage had left its mark. There was … Continue reading →

Posted in writing | Tagged experience, homage, Life, plagiarism, shakespeare, words | 44 Comments

Notes from a small dog – Absconding

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Sue Vincent

She has taken her squished fingers away from the computer for a day or two to allow them a little healing time. The fact that she is running north, she says, is neither here nor there… Well, as you read … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, cats, Dogs, writing | Tagged Animals, fish playing football, humour, pets, tolerance | 45 Comments

Guest author: John W. Howell – Head to head with John J. Cannon

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Interview with John W. Howell by John J. Cannon… About John J. Cannon: John J. Cannon finished his undergraduate work at Stanford University and earned a law degree from Harvard. John became a litigation attorney who has been practicing for … Continue reading →

Posted in adventure, Books, fiction, Guest post, mystery, writing | Tagged author, character interview, fiction, hero, series, thriller | 45 Comments

‘… wherefore art thou?’ – Why you need a contact page …

Posted on March 12, 2017 by Sue Vincent

It shouldn’t be this hard. I read superb blog posts every day… hear of intriguing books and great literary offers, see gorgeous photography and artwork and think, ‘I’ll ask them over for a guest post.’ Except, I can’t. There is … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Blogging, writing | Tagged bloggers, Books, fantasy, fiction, free promotion, guest post, memoirs, Photography | 58 Comments

Guest author: Steve Boseley – Feel the fear and do it anyway

Posted on March 11, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Have you ever been gripped by fear and anxiety? Crippling anxiety that dictates your actions. A sinking fear that sits in your gut, strangling your organs, trying to push your breakfast back up and out. I’m sure we can all … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Guest post, writing | Tagged anxiety, author, courage, facing fear, fatherhood, fear, life changes, MS, stress, wheelchair | 57 Comments

Guest author: Darlene Foster – Ten Truths About Critique Groups and Why Writers Need Them

Posted on March 9, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Never underestimate the importance of a good critique group. Without one, a writer may simply flounder in a sea of words and ideas. A critique group can make the difference between a mediocre story and an excellent piece of writing … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Guest post, travel, writing | Tagged children's books, critique groups, stories for children, writers life, writing tools | 57 Comments

Guest author: Marcia Meara – Attitude really IS everything!

Posted on March 8, 2017 by Sue Vincent

No! Yes. You can’t! I can. Why? Why not? It’s all wrong! It’s all right. You shouldn’t! I should. You won’t! I will. It could be bad! It could be good. It’s too late! There’s time. You’re too old! I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, Books, Guest post, writing | Tagged Amazon, becoming a writer, determination, following your dreams, new book, Poetry, writers life | 63 Comments

Guest author: Michael Dellert – What is the Title of My Book?

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Sue Vincent

I was recently asked where the title for my new book, The Wedding of Eithne, came from, and what it meant to me. I only had about 100 words to answer that question, but it set me to thinking about … Continue reading →

Posted in adventure, Books, fantasy, fiction, Guest post, writing | Tagged Adventures in Indie Publishing, Amazon Kindle, Book launch, book title, epic fantasy, indie author, Indie publishing, Wedding of Eithne | 15 Comments

Guest author: Victoria Zigler – Infographics

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Pictures and infographics. Wonderful things, aren’t they? Everyone seems to think so. But I don’t. Personally, I hate infographics, and find picture heavy posts annoying. We live in a world where it’s assumed you have all five of your senses, … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, Books, Guest post, writing | Tagged accessibility, children's stories, description, font, images and captions, Poetry, senses, visual impairment | 35 Comments

Artists, Writers, Photographers… Be my Guest?

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Sue Vincent

Artists, Writers, Photographers… lend me your ears… …and your words and pictures… If you would like to be my guest, please read the guidelines and get in touch!