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Monthly Archives: March 2014

Quick write: Let the night guide, inspire you
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Quick write: Let the night guide, inspire you

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Kerri S. Mabee • Leave a comment

There is so much that can be said for this magical photo titled “Full Moon of August” over Oia, Santorini by photographer Klearchos Kapoutsis.   Whether its the sparkle of lights, the dreamy shades of color, the way the moon hangs in the sky and lords over the night or the shimmery, silvery water — … Continue reading »

Twain: Really good books make all the difference
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Twain: Really good books make all the difference

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Kerri S. Mabee • Leave a comment

“The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who can’t read them.” –Mark Twain Writers are often reminded that in order to write well, we must be diligent readers as well. However, this observation by one of America’s most venerated authors offers an important distinction here that writers can … Continue reading »

For better writing, shake it like a Polaroid picture
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For better writing, shake it like a Polaroid picture

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Kerri S. Mabee • Leave a comment

It never fails. My boys come to me, panicked because they can’t find their homework or belt or batting gloves or their favorite ball cap. I tell them — look in your bedroom, but they return precisely 20 seconds later to tell me there is no sign of their lost item. I send them back … Continue reading »

Quick write: Fun in the sun or something more?
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Quick write: Fun in the sun or something more?

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Kerri S. Mabee • Leave a comment

What story surrounds this abandoned beach blanket beauty? Something naughty? Or something nice? Take a moment to imagine the tale or even just try your hand at describing the photo itself. For those of you still suffering in the winter cold, what feelings does this pic inspire for you at this moment? Have fun with … Continue reading »

Writers: Would you, could you on a train?
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Writers: Would you, could you on a train?

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Kerri S. Mabee • Leave a comment

Famed novelist Toni Morrison did it in the mornings. And the legendary Ernest Hemingway liked to do it standing up. However you prefer to write, you have to be impressed with this offer from Amtrak – writers ride free. Read: Writing in new places for new ideas Here’s this from The Wire’s Ben Cosman: “Amtrak … Continue reading »

Stepping up to the plate: Compromise, coaches and your characters
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Stepping up to the plate: Compromise, coaches and your characters

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Kerri S. Mabee • Leave a comment

In Southern California, our kids play baseball year round. At one of my son’s recent games, we had some down time as it appeared as though we would not have enough players to field a team for a 7 p.m. start. While we waited for that ninth player to arrive, one of our coaches meandered … Continue reading »

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