Writing the Wicked Job — Guest Lori Rader-Day
I am delighted that Lori Rader-Day was able to join us today to talk about jobs, writing, and her latest book Little Pretty Things. I met Lori on a panel…
A Writer’s Reference Books
Edith on retreat in Vermont, on a glorious summer morning. We all know Mr. Google is our friend, much of the time. But for reference books, nothing beats sitting down and…
Unsolicited Advice
Jessie: Delighted to be at the seaside in Maine. This summer, I am finishing my fifth novel. Fifth. Five actual novels. Every now and again that thought moves to the front of…
Wicked Wednesday – Favorite Staycation
On Wicked Wednesdays, we all weigh in on a topic. A couple of weeks ago, we talked about our favorite dream vacation, which in most cases involved lots of travel…
No Reservations about Food and Mysteries
Posted by Barbara Ross, working on her big front porch overlooking the harbor in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, on about the most beautiful Monday ever Hi All–The Wickeds’ friend and mentor…
Changes
by Sheila Connolly Recently a major publisher (one which I share with a lot of my writer friends) announced a major restructuring of those imprints we hold dear—that is, the…
Opening Lines
We continue to celebrate The Longest Yard Sale today. Write an opening line for the photograph below: Jessie: I’ve got a real good deal for the discriminating taxidermist. Barb: I’ll…
Second Time Around
My second book launch — I can’t believe it’s here! At our Wicked Cozy retreat the second week of June, Barbara Ross said something like “You do realize your second…
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