Category Archives: writing

Tell me a story!

Posted on April 11, 2018 by Sue Vincent

You don’t have to be a writer… you can be an editor, artist, musician, traveller or poet… just be you. That is always enough and means there are always stories to share. Why not share them here and reach new … Continue reading →

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Guest author: Joanne Guidoccio – My writing journey and a #Giveaway!

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Sue Vincent

During my high school years, I dabbled in poetry while dreams of a writing career dangled before me. But I gave in to my practical Italian side and pursued degrees in mathematics and education. While teaching was a good career … Continue reading →

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A flying visit to Stratford-upon-Avon

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Because I’d been at work that morning, it was well after lunch before we even set off on the 60 mile trip to Shakespeare’s home town. We knew before we left that there would not be enough time to explore … Continue reading →

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In respect of the Bard…

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

With the Silent Eye’s annual workshop just weeks away and based around the idea of a fictitious final play by William Shakespeare, we decided to take a trip to his birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon to pay our respects. With his back to … Continue reading →

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Promote your work…

Posted on March 24, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Do you have a book launch coming up… A cover reveal or a work in progress… Inspiration to offer… A story or anecdote to tell, a poem to share… Tips for bloggers or writers… Want to promote your blog, art … Continue reading →

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Just sayin’… the ups and downs of blogging

Posted on March 22, 2018 by Sue Vincent

So the Happiness Engineers have obviously been tinkering. Again. The blogging community is just getting on with it. Have we given up railing against the changes, or are we just grumbling away quietly, knowing we are at the mercy of … Continue reading →

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Childhood fantasy

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Sue Vincent

He’s right… by the time you reach an age with double figures, fairy stories are for babies… and you are no longer a babe. In just the same way that we cease admitting to the guilty affection for the music … Continue reading →

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Guest author: Colin Guest – On writing

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Sue Vincent

My name is Colin Guest who as an expat has worked in fifteen countries and lived a life most only dream. Since retiring from working, I spend my time writing and get great pleasure from doing so. I find writing to be both relaxing and enjoyable. For those … Continue reading →

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Mapping the Hero’s Journey – Charli MIlls

Posted on February 24, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Carrot Ranch: “Myths are public dreams, dreams are private myths.” ~ Joseph Campbell It’s appropriate to begin a discussion on the hero’s journey by quoting the man we now equate with modern understanding of mythology. Joseph Campbell theorized: … Continue reading →

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Hear Ye, Hear Ye! E.B. White on How To Write – Jennie Fitzkee

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from A Teacher’s Reflections: I love writing.  This summer I read the best book on how to write, the advice of E.B. White, author of Charlotte’s Web and other classics. Oh, I have read a host of posts and articles … Continue reading →

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