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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

🎉 HAPPY 15 YEARS IWSG BLOG 🎉

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Our Twitter is @TheIWSG and hashtag #IWSG.

Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG Day post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say. Remember, the question is optional!!

IWSG Day is About More Than Posting: It's a connection between struggling writers. To offer insightful help or just a supportive comment. Making connections is a great way for making lasting blog friends. A blog post doesn't have to be unique or long, just friendly 😃

Alex's awesome co-hosts are Kate Larkinsdale, SE White, JS Pailly, Olga Godim, and Natalie Aguirre!

🎉 HAPPY 15 YEARS OF THE IWSG BLOG 🎉

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To celebrate, Alex has asked that we list our books that are on sale with links. When hopping around to other members, please, if able, purchase some of their books.

This month my dystopian books are on sale for 99 cents:

Press to learn more: AMAZON

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:30:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Shannon Lawrence, Diedre Knight, Liza, and Pat Garcia

August 5 question - As a writer/author what is something you regret? Or something that you wish you'd done differently in your writing process?

My biggest regret is waiting (a long time) to begin my writing career.

I had written stories as a young adult, and then pushed it all aside to raise a family. Now, I realize I could of/ should've incorporated both into my life. I know age should not be a factor as a writer, although, I feel the weight of it.

From the Internet:

Lorna Page: The oldest debut novelist on record! Page's first novel, A Dangerous Weakness, was published when she was ninety-three years old.

Jim Downing published his book, The Other Side of Infamy, at the age of 102.

Bertha Wood had her memoir, Fresh Air and Fun: The Story of a Blackpool Holiday Camp, published on her 100th birthday on June 20, 2005

Do you have any regrets or wish you'd done something differently?

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Rebecca Douglass, Ronel Janse van Vuuren, Cathrina Constantine, and Jacqui Murray

July 1 question - Is there anything you'd like to see changed, added, and/or rearranged about the book publishing industry?

I believe book publishing, especially for indie authors, has been escalating. It is somewhat easy to self-publish if a writer so desires. The drawback, for me, is the marketing aspect.

Although, even a traditional published author or being published with a small press a writer must/or should self-promote themselves.

In this day and age, it's beneficial to become a social media guru, which I am not. Yet, media sites do help to get you and your books noticed.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:12:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Victoria Marie Lees, Sarah Foster, Natalie Aguirre, and C. Lee McKenzie

June 3 question - Do most of your story ideas come from one place (the news, dreams, etc.) or do they hit from all over the place?

That's an easy one. My stories come from all over the place. I don't outline. I'm a total pantser. Only at the end of my murder mystery stories have I ever, somewhat, make a plan. I make a soft outline, mostly in my head, which again is all over the place. LOL!!

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Jenni Enzor, Jemima Pett, Jamie of Uniquely Maladjusted but Fun, and Kim Lajevardi!

What was the most inspiring feedback you received from readers, including agents, editors, and beta readers?

It's always inspiring for a writer to read uplifting reviews. Lots of long hours and hard work goes into those words, and when a reader, agent, and/or editor gives my story a compliment, it makes me smile.

Are you writing a novel? From June 1, you can take part in The Big Edit Challenge and work with The Novelry’s team of Big 5 editors to elevate your manuscript to publishing standards. Learn more ➡ information is available at www.thenovelry.com/courses/the-big-edit.

The Novelry launches The Big Edit Challenge

Starting June 1, 2026, The Novelry—the international online fiction writing school—is hosting a nine-week editing program that will guide writers through the editing process to confidently take their next steps towards a finished manuscript.

The Big Edit Challenge will be delivered by The Novelry’s in-house editorial team, who have all worked for the Big Five publishing houses. The program includes interactive workshops, expert-led study groups, pitching panels, live guest events, and a warm, vibrant community space for support and accountability. Writers will learn how to better edit their own work and experience how editors and writers work together to elevate a novel to publishing standards.

The Big Edit Challenge has been designed to complement The Novelry’s editing course, The Big Edit. The challenge is available to all writers who subscribe to one of The Novelry’s courses, and will be most useful for writers with a complete draft ready to edit.

The editorial team at The Novelry includes 15 book editors, who—between them—have worked with bestselling authors across every fiction genre at all major publishing houses, including Penguin Random House, Macmillan, HarperCollins, Hachette, and Simon & Schuster.

Tash Barsby, Editorial Director at The Novelry, says: “My hope is that The Big Edit Challenge will inspire writers to relish the editorial process—both in terms of building confidence in their own editorial instincts, but also embracing the value of working with an experienced editor and understanding how to interpret feedback in a way that stays true to their vision for their story.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Melissa Maygrove, Cathrina Constantine, Kate Larkinsdale, and Rebecca Douglass!

April 1 question - If you have a playlist (or could put one together) that either gets you in the groove to write or fits with one of your books, what is it? What type of music or what songs?

I love music, however, I can't write and listen to music at the same time. The songs that I love tends to bring back memories and takes me on some wild rides.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts for the March 4 posting of the IWSG are PJ Colando, Ronel Janse van Vuuren, and Natalie Aguirre!

March 4 question - What elements do you include in your book launch? Or what do you have in mind for your future book launch? Or what advice do you have to offer to others planning to launch a book?

Good question since I recently launched my newest novel, Ruthless Kingdom. Universal Link: Bit.ly/RuthlessKingdom

In the past, I had book tours and blog tours through Xpresso Tours, AXP for Authors, Book Match (which is no longer an option) and various sites. These can get pricey, and for this reason, I did nothing spectacular for this release. AXP for Authors is good, and has many options to sell books, including reviewers. However, like all sites, not all reviewers that I've sent Epub's or PDF's have opted to write a review. I'm still waiting....LOL!

I've had a few of my books reviewed by Reader's Favorite, and that's where I began. I received a nice 5 Star review. Although, I doubt it helps sell my book. Ruthless Kingdom is self-published and priced at $4.99. Unfortunately, I've found the only possible way to sell books is to pay for ads. Facebook and Instagram. And, dropping the price to $1.99 and even better $.99 cents, you'll make sales. But for me, it barely covers the cost of the ads.

I have a TikTok account (if you care to follow me) I never thought I'd be using this venue, because I'm a social media introvert, and putting my face out there bothers me very much. I've been working on it, and with this release, I uploaded a few videos. Again, there's $$ involved to get them noticed. Through TikTok, I believe I had the most people using their KindleUnlimited to read Ruthless Kingdom.

I'm curious to learn about how other authors managed their release days!

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000

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ALEX'S awesome co-hosts are J Lenni Dorner, Victoria Marie Lees, and Sandra Cox!

February 4 question - Many writers have written about the experience of rereading their work years later. Have you reread any of your early works? What was that experience like for you?

For years I couldn't bring myself to reread my books. Once in a blue moon I'd read a paragraph, and wince. Since my writing career began, I never had any creative writing or grammar courses. I honed my craft from reading, reading, and reading. Then writing, writing, and rewriting, which led to endless editing. I have learned so so much, and I'm still learning so so much!

Now, around 15 years later (give or take a few years) I Have re-edited a few of my earlier works, and uploaded the new version on Amazon. Hoping everyone will enjoy their reading experience and the adventures within.

Have you reread or rewritten any of your books?

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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The awesome co-hosts for the December3 posting of the IWSG are Tara Tyler, Ronel Janse van Vuuren, Pat Garcia, Liza, and Natalie Aguirre!

December 3 question - As a writer, what was one of the coolest/best gifts you ever received?

My Best Gift is Getting to Know All of You 💖💖

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MARY DID YOU KNOW 🎵🎵🎵

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Jennifer Lane, Jenni Enzor, Renee Scattergood, Rebecca Douglass, Lynn Bradshaw, and Melissa Maygrove!

November 5 question - When you began writing, what did you imagine your life as a writer would be like? Were you right, or has this experience presented you with some surprises along the way?

Let me remember...(touches finger to lips) hmmm...I never thought I'd actually finish writing a book. (Me? Write a book? LOL) I think my kids chuckled seeing my persistence. When it came into existence, I hadn't expected the ceaseless editing process. In my heart, I felt it would be published.

As a newbie writer I had A LOT to learn...A LOT!! For those starting out, unless your debut is Fourth Wing, it's not glamorous in the least.

Words to write by:

PERVERANCE

PERSIST

DON'T GIVE UP HOPE

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Beth Camp, Crystal Collier, and Cathrina Constantine

October 1 question - What is the most favorite thing you have written, published or not? And why?

My ya/contemporary, Incense and Peppermints is close to my heart.

It's a work of fiction based on factual occurrence's. It takes place in 1969 during the escalation of the Viet Nam War when the draft hung over young 18 year olds like a guillotine. It was also a time of massive protests against the war, hippies, flower power, Woodstock, drugs, and a music revolution.

I waited a long time to write this book due to certain people mentioned, although, their names are changed and many have since died. Readers, if not familiar with the music or that time frame have a hard time connecting. Some reviewers can't believe what I'd written. However, like I mentioned, I lived in a small village, I lived through those times and those experiences.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Our Twitter is @TheIWSG and hashtag #IWSG.

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say.

Alex's co-hosts are Kim Lajevardi, Natalie Aguirre, Nancy Gideon, and Diedre Knight!

I am enamored by the beautiful promos, which are AI, that are plastered on social media sites. They are eye-catching. Some day I'd like to learn how to make them.

After more than a year, closer to two years, my latest book is in the hands of The Illustrated Author, Melissa Stevens. Fingers-crossed I can get this into the world early next year.

Here's the blurb for RUTHLESS KINGDOM

Born under a scarlet moon, Avianna Morningstar should have been revered and feared, just as the prophecy proclaimed. But Avia is taken to a remote realm where she would be safe from the anarchy festering in the Kingdoms, meanwhile her potential as a sorceress is all but extinguished.

A sinfully attractive tracker is tasked with bringing Avia back to a homeland she has never known in hopes of awakening the power that has lain dormant within her.

The Kingdoms of Verdae and Inkwood are intrigued and unsettled by the sudden return of the king’s illegitimate daughter. And troublesome is the coiling and churning of forbidden black magic throughout the land.

Piqued by the alleged prophecy, the council begins preparations for a Royal Tournament, a competition of magical skills and stamina intended to cull the incompetent. The ultimate sacrifice for weakness is death. In a desperate bid to survive, Avia must learn to unleash her powers.

Regardless, she soon discovers the tournament is a tactical diversion in order to assassinate the king and conquer Verdae. Avianna is merely a pawn in this treacherous realm.

Taglines:

Two Kings. Two Kingdoms.

Betrayal cuts deep as one king vows to rule them all.

Snared in a web of deceit, Avia is the unwitting crux.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

August 6 question - What is the most unethical practice in the publishing industry?

On X -I get miffed when an author follows me and when I follow back, I get an immediate DM. I've been naive and deceived by a few asking all kinds of questions trying to be nice, and it turns out to be a scam. Some pretend to be famous authors...Ugh! Now, I don't reply to any DM's unless I know the person.

Unethical... I once received an email from Hollywood. (He really was from LA, I checked. LOL) The agent/or scammer was interested in my Wickedly Series. He sent me info, and then called me, and spoke in detail of what was required to get this in front of ---whomever. My publisher informed me, they'd ask for the rights to my books, not what he was implying.

I'm not at all familiar with AI as far as writing goes. But it seems unethical to use AI to write a novel.

I'm sure there is more unethical practices in the publishing industry!

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:25:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Alex's awesome co-hosts are Rebecca Douglass, Natalie Aguirre, Cathrina Constantine, and Louise Barbour!

July 2 question:

Is there a genre you haven't tried writing in yet that you really want to try? If so, do you plan on trying it?

When I had an agent, she encouraged me to write magical realism. I tried and failed miserably. However, I do like to write different genres: My books consist of Christian, Fantasy, Dystopian, Mystery, Psychological Thriller, and Contemporary.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

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Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Alex's awesome cohosts are PJ Colando, Pat Garcia, Kim Lajevardi, Melisa Maygrove, and Jean Davis!

June 4 question - What were some books that impacted you as a child or young adult.

I'm sitting here trying to remember what books impacted me as a child, and I can't remember my parents ever reading to me. As a young adult I remember reading The Shining. Scary, but good. Animal House, 1984, and The Catcher in the Rye were mandatory reading in school. What I learned from my English teachers was the underlining meanings in these books. Very interesting.

While I became a voracious reader, I was very much enamored with all kinds of movies.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 07 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Alex's awesome co-hosts are Feather Stone, Janet Alcorn, Rebecca Douglass, Jemima Pett, and Pat Garcia!

May 7 question - Some common fears writers share are rejection, failure, success, and lack of talent or ability. What are your greatest fears as a writer? How do you manage them?

When my writing journey began I feared ALL the above. Years later, some of those fears have lessened, but still brewing under my skin.

Now, I fear age. I know age shouldn't be a factor for a writer, but in this new world of marketing - Instagram and TikTok, making videos, etc...I can't compete with any of that. I try, but I'm a social introvert.

What writer fears do you have?

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Jennifer Lane, L Diane Wolfe, Jenni Enzor, and Natalie Aguirre.

April 2 question - What fantasy character would you like to fight, go on a quest with, or have a beer/glass of wine with?

Strider AKA Aragorn from Lord of the Rings:

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Ronel Janse Van Vuuren, Pat Garcia, and Liza @ Middle Passages!

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March 5 question - If for one day you could be anyone or *thing* in the world, what would it be? Describe, tell why, and any themes, goals, or values they/it inspire in you.

My thought was to be JK Rowling's brain, when the tale of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone popped into her head. And be a part of that moment when she began penning this Amazing series.

Perhaps I could glean some inspiration, learn a few things from how her brain works. LOL 😃

I deleted my first answer to this question> Which was to be one of Jesus's apostles on the boat to see Him walk on water...but thought it might be too controversial.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are are Rebecca Douglass, Beth Camp, Liza @ Middle Passages, and Natalie @ Literary Rambles!

I'm at a stage in my life where the days pass at lightning speed. There's so much to do and so little time to get it all accomplished.

As for my writing, I finally had my manuscript (that's been stewing on the back burner for like forever) professionally edited. Now, it's the long haul of rereading, fine tuning, and attempting to find those nasty typos from haunting my book.

It's been 12 years since I published my first book, and I still feel incompetent and unsure of my words and my stories. It's always a mental struggle when I put my book babies out into the world, and wait on pins and needles to get feedback, which is usually good, bad, and meh....Then~ that time spent, those endless hours of mind boggling writing takes on a whole new meaning.

I've somehow lost a bit of that perseverance, that drive to get it done.

I wonder if all writer's suffer from doubt and insecurities like I do? Do you?

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.

Alex's awesome co-hosts are Ronel, Deniz, Pat Garcia, Olga Godim, and Cathrina Constantine!

December 4 question - Do you write cliffhangers at the end of your stories? Are they a turn-off to you as a writer and/or a reader?

Personally, I don't mind a good/great cliffhanger. None of my books end with a cliffhanger per se. In a couple novels I did leave a few unanswered threads, with a premise of another book in the making, though nothing that would drive a reader bonkers over. LOL.

In my writing process, I tend to end each chapter with a taste of suspense, hoping the reader will continue on to the next chapter.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Diedre Knight, Lisa Buie Collard , Kim Lajevardi, and JQ Rose

November 6 question - What creative activity do you engage in when you're not writing?

To tell the truth, I've put my writing by the wayside for quite a while, due to a number of family issues and a great deal of insecurities.

My writing is ok, but it doesn't pay the bills. LOL. In fact I spend more $ advertising than making a profit. Needless to say, I sat on my newest manuscript for almost a year and recently sent it off to be professionally edited. In all sincerity, I could've stayed with my publisher. They'd edit, format, and make the cover for me. Instead I chose to eliminate the middleman and self-publish, which means paying out of pocket for these projects. However, I guess I'm a control freak because I like having control over my books.

As far as sitting down and beginning to write anew, I'm waiting for inspiration to strike. Maybe it will, maybe it won't. Only time will tell.

In the meantime, I'm crocheting scarves for the grandkids. Taking my old dog for daily walks and getting into the season of concocting hearty stews and soups.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Nancy Gideon, Jennifer Lane, Jacqui Murray, and Natalie Aguirre!

October 2 question - Ghost stories fit right in during this month. What's your favorite classic ghostly tale? Tell us about it and why it sends chills up your spine.

I Love this time of year. The changing, colorful leaves, the crisp air, and the crushed apples and fry cakes wafting from our local cider mill.

I like thrillers, scary movies like The Others with Nicole Kidman or the Insidious franchise movies which is somewhat based on factual events. Movies that make the hair on my arms spike and make me jump in my seat when something jumps out. I can definitely do without tons of bloody, gory scenes. It's a yearly tradition to watch Hocus Pocus.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts for the September 4 posting of the IWSG are Beth Camp, Jean Davis, Yvonne Ventresca, and PJ Colando!

I'm On Vacation:

Enjoy a couple of Fall pictures:

🍂 AUTUMN 🍂

🍁HAVE A WONDERFUL SEPTEMBER🍁

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

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Alex's awesome co-hosts are Feather Stone, Kim Lajevardi, Diedre Knight, C. Lee McKenzie, and Sarah - The Faux Fountain Pen!

August 7 question - Do you use AI in your writing and if so how? Do you use it for your posts? Incorporate it into your stories? Use it for research? Audio?

I've never researched nor used AI. The thought of using AI feels like cheating or something.

On a different note: It's taken a long, long time to reach the end of my WIP. I'm at that point of a love/hate relationship with my characters. LOL. I am in the process of searching for an Editorial Service. (It is a YA/Fantasy.) If anyone has any suggestions please message me or comment below. Thank You.

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noreply@blogger.com (Cathrina Constantine) — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.

Alex's awesome co-hosts for the July 3 posting of the IWSG are JS Pailly, Rebecca Douglass, Pat Garcia, Louise-Fundy Blue, and Natalie Aguirre!

July 3 question - What are your favorite writing processing (e.g. Word, Scrivener, yWriter, Dabble), writing apps, software, and tools? Why do you recommend them? And which one is your all time favorite that you cannot live without and use daily or at least whenever you write?

I've been using Word forever. I'm comfortable with it. I never tried anything else. I guess I'm a creature of habit.

I hope everyone is having a nice summer. During these summer months in West Seneca, NY, I'm looking at a sunny, beautiful day. The air is fresh, not humid, and I'm thinking of taking Murphy, (my dog) for a walk. Needless to say, I don't get much writing done because these summer days pass very quickly. Enjoy!!