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I used to be a pretty hardcore distance runner. Emphasis on the “used to.” I went out for a (not long at all) run this morning and got to thinking about running and then about writing and finally about how … Continue reading →

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This installment of Medieval Monday is brought to you by this cold I can’t seem to shake. It’s no fun in the 21st Century, but having any sort of ailment was REALLY no fun in the Middle Ages. Let’s just … Continue reading →

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Today’s question is: What are your favorite first lines? How do your own WIPs start? There’s nothing like a good first line, is there? Something that hooks you from the very beginning, digs in its clutches and refuses to let … Continue reading →

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Let’s say you did something bad—very bad. You’re going to be arrested, no doubt about it, and you’re facing a hefty punishment—a fine you can’t afford, a jail stay (which is terrible), or maybe you did something truly unforgivable, such … Continue reading →

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Happy Friday, folks! In honor of the weekend, here are a few random things that are awesome. 1. BAKING: Pumpkin pie bread pudding ‘Nuff said. 2. CRAFTS: Oh how I love Etsy. Especially at Halloween. ‘Lo and behold, my kid’s … Continue reading →

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I was completely MIA last week. We were out of town, then my kid developed a nasty stomach bug, and, well, I just dropped the ball. But now I’m back and kicking off a new weekly segment I’m calling “Medieval … Continue reading →

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Now that television season is upon us, I have a confession to make. There are really only two shows that I will drop everything for. The first is Mad Men, a brilliantly-written, impeccably-acted character drama that wows me week after … Continue reading →

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