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Wait?!? It Can’t be Monday!

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Silver James

But it is. All day. Who had fun this weekend? What did you do? Me? I was lazy. No. I mean REALLY lazy. But I think I needed it. I finished off a couple of books. Nothing that really jumped … Continue reading →

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What’s My Line?

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Silver James

Many times, when I least expect it, a phrase or a snatch of conversation pops into my head. I figure Iffy is doing a drive by but I always dutifully make note of her suggestions. Quite often, I incorporate them … Continue reading →

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Universal Tears

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Silver James

Yesterday was a tough writing day. I had to create a scene between two secondary characters–a scene fraught with anger and hurt. One character wanted to throw up her hands and walk away, pulling her emotions around her like a … Continue reading →

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