For us moviegoers who were in the vanguard (arguably 1945 – 1955) of the babyboomer generation, it seemed that Montreal was overflowing with movie theatres.
A little contest…
Here’s a fun little New Year writing contest by a fellow blogger. Hey, she has a parrot. So she can’t be all bad. Also, her blog is called “The Daily Rejection.” Now if that isn’t endearing, I don’t know what is. Take a look: https://thedailyrejectionblog.com.
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Friday Follies #70 – 3 mistakes that make me go “Arghhh”
Hey, Writers: Stop Your Freakin’ Whining
This post by fellow blogger Larry Kahaner deserves to be shared. It’s all too easy for many of us to fall into despair. Here’s a wake-up call that may be tough – but worthwhile – to hear.
Ellie
Hey, Writers: Stop Your Freakin’ Whining
By Larry Kahaner
Most of my working life, I’ve been a non-fiction writer. I’ve penned over 15 books some with my name and some I’ve ghosted. I know a lot of non-fiction writers. They’re my friends and colleagues.
Don’t be like this writer.
When I decided to write a novel, USA, Inc., which was just published, (shameless plug) I started hobnobbing with fiction authors, some established but mostly newbies like me. In fact, I started this blog to help me move from non-fiction to fiction. I hope I’ve helped others do the same, because many non-fiction writing traits, habits and experience are transferable.
Right off the bat, though, I noticed that fiction writers are different than non-fiction writers — and not in a good way.
They are a bunch of whiney-babies.
They complain about money. They grumble about how the work is difficult…
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Poems for Li’l Kids #3 – Fred the Elephant
Third in a series of fun little poems for very little kiddies.
The Age of Acquire-ius
While I’m on the subject of January 20th (see last post), I notice that the same date is the start of the astrological sign, Aquarius. For me, however, this month will be the END – the end of the Age of “Acquire-ius,” and the beginning of the Days of Downsizing.
January 20, 2017 – A Primer
So 21 days from now, America will inaugurate a person as president, someone practically no one ever expected to see as the next occupant of the Oval Office. A person who…
Book Progress Report #12
Okay, people. It’s time once again for prayers. Or, for those of the non-praying ilk, crossing fingers.
A Code id da Dode: Ellie’s Antidotes
Colds. We’re all too familiar with the usual trajectory: sore throat → sneezing → cough… and sometimes all at the same time. No year would be complete without the Christmas Cold. Having just gone through one of these winter-wonder specials, I thought I’d share some of the balms I found most helpful with you, dear readers.
Friday Follies #69 – 3 articles that make me go “Arghhh”
“3 articles”? Yes, that’s what I said, unlike the usual “3 mistakes.” Why? Because the Grammar Cop found three articles, all in The Suburban, our (in)famous weekly paper, chock-full of errors. Sigh. Here’s the list of winners (losers?) in this week’s bonanza of bloopers.
Crossed Eyes and Dotted Tees 