Cindy Koepp and I have been chatting online for years now, and I've grown fond of her. One thing that Cindy and I have in common, besides a love of fantasy books, is that we both spent time as members of the Society for Creative Anachronism. Cindy became a fighter, whereas I was … Continue Reading ››
Category Archives: Guest Author Journals
author journals about slices of the writing life and written by guests.
Stars Aren’t Born…They Are Made by Lorilyn Roberts
Lorilyn Roberts joins us at Creative Worlds to discuss the sacrifices a writer makes to create fiction worth reading. I admire both Lorilyn for writing this inspiring post and the beautiful pictures she provided for us to enjoy. Thank you!
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Stars Aren’t Born – They Are Made
Guest Post by Young Adult Fantasy Author Lorilyn Roberts
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The Mystery in Writing by Michael Duncan
This month I'm pleased to introduce you to Michael Duncan. a fellow fantasy author. Michael is a friend that I know in person. We've interacted as writers off and on for several years now, through a critique group, a blog, and finally through our association with the same publisher, … Continue Reading ››
Guest Author Journal: Who Me? from Golden Keyes Parsons
This month's author journal was written by one of my favorite historical fiction authors, Golden Keyes Parsons. I hope you will take the time to read her books, because I assure you they are totally worth your time.
In her guest author journal, Golden shares what it's like to be recognized as … Continue Reading ››
Solitary or Sociable? One Writer’s Perspective from Jennifer Hallmark
Jennifer Hallmark explores the relationship between writing and solitude in today's guest author journal. For my part, I don't write well in a crowd. Solitude seems to be mother's milk for my creativity. Thanks for reading, and if you'd like to weigh in on Jennifer's topic, please do so in the comments below her … Continue Reading ››
How a Teardrop Trailer Led Lynn Donovan Into Becoming a Published Author
From Janalyn: I've known Lynn Donovan for a while now and have enjoyed watching her find her feet as a writer. In her guest journal, she describes her writing journey.
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What’s on the wall of Lisa Lickel’s Home Office?
This week adds a guest journal from author Lisa Lickel on the joys of her home writing workshop.Enjoy this fun peak into this gifted writer's private life.
Lisa: I’ve been sick this past week…I would use it as an excuse to say “Don’t Look at My Dust!” but that wouldn’t really be fair to … Continue Reading ››
Brian Holers Shatters the Tortured Writer Myth
This week I've decided to move over and let a fellow-author share a message that resonates with me. Guest Brian Holers aims a well-placed swing at the tortured writer stereotype. Whether you agree or disagree with Brian, his take is an interesting one.
About Brian Holers
An arborist by … Continue Reading ››