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Books for writers top my summer reading list

Vikk Simmons — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:33:10 +0000

Books for writers moved to the top of my summer TBR pile when I discovered several new books for writers on crafting nonfiction. Whether you write creative nonfiction, literary nonfiction, essays or the old plain Jane non-fiction, these books should provide you with solid information as well as plenty to think about. What about that...

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New reading challenge values short works

Vikk Simmons — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:12:55 +0000

Short works have many benefits for writers and readers Now’s the time to explore short works in both fiction and nonfiction with a new reading challenge called Short Works Reading Group (#shortworks2). I’ve skipped across the blogosphere and haven’t tripped over any challenges focused on short works like short stories and essays, so I’ve decided...

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Descriptive writing – scene exercise

Vikk Simmons — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:00:02 +0000

Descriptive writing prompt Atlantic City’s boardwalk is a great place full of sensory detail that a writer can use to make the scene come alive. This week’s visual prompt will help you exercise that part of your writer’s mind that takes in all the descriptive detail. Use the photograph below as your visual prompt. Inside...

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Magazine writing contest seeks life lessons

Vikk Simmons — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:00:44 +0000

Real Simple magazine nonfiction essay writing contest One of the major writing contests that falls under the glossy magazine essay contest category is Real Simple’s annual writing contest that seeks essays full of inspiration and motivation. This is another major magazine that offers a huge prize package including potential publication. The cash prize is $3,000.00....

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Travel books top my summer reading list

Vikk Simmons — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 04:29:26 +0000

Travel books great for armchair travel Travel books litter my bookshelves and declare my lifelong passion for traveling. I was born traveling and made my first move at the tender age of two weeks old. You see, I’m an Army brat. That should be a big clue as to the source of my wanderlust. It’s...

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Weekend getaways in Texas – My new ebook release

Vikk Simmons — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 18:16:26 +0000

Vacation ideas -Texas guidebook Imagine my surprise to learn that the weekend getaways in Texas travel guide book that I co-authored is a new ebook release and just in time for summer Texas travel. Had no idea, but it’s a nice surprise. I guess it’s time for Elaine and I to hop back on our...

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Book bloggers – Annual event ends – Armchair BEA

Vikk Simmons — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 19:53:30 +0000

Book bloggers gathering for virtual Book Expo ends The end of another year of Book Expo’s virtual Armchair BEA has come to pass with this final wrap-up. It’s been a hectic week full of books, blogs, and bloggers. Each day’s writing prompted by daily posts about the various genres and the shared love of books...

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Books on writing for writers – Armchair BEA

Vikk Simmons — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 15:59:48 +0000

Books on writing is one genre that we didn’t cover during this week’s Armchair BEA. When I think of books for writers I include books by writers about craft, books about writers, and books written by writers on writing. There isn’t any one best book for writing because writers are so diverse in nature. There...

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Managing a blog – Armchair BEA

Vikk Simmons — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:19:49 +0000

How to manage a blog and keep a life Yes, well, when I figure that one out I’ll get back to you. This week is a prime example. Armchair BEA crept up on me and bust into my reality about a day after the event began. Managing my blog in the midst of my already...

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How picture book writing helps writers – Armchair BEA

Vikk Simmons — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 16:35:47 +0000

Picture book writing develops good writing skills Picture book writing offers the same valued skill set writers need whether they are writing in the short or long form. Writing a children’s picture book helps writers learn and understand their craft. Because of their short format, writers are able to study many books in a shorter time...

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