Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Worldbuilding

Posted on June 9, 2022 by Silver James

I remember sitting on a panel at a writer’s conference one time. Most of the audience was comprised of new writers–either just published or still waiting. One of the questions asked by the moderator was: Which is most important–characters , … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Sophisticated Tell-All

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Silver James

Yes, I won’t complain about how fast time is flying and how fast Wednesdays are hitting me in the face. June is already on a big start toward full summer. I’m not ready! However, it is time for a snippet … Continue reading →

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Monday Musings

Posted on June 6, 2022 by Silver James

It’s June. How did that happen? Why is June the season for weddings? You know, that whole June bride thing. I’m sure I know the mythology behind it but it’s buried in the London fog that is my brain currentl … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Parental Myths

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Silver James

We’ve all heard them. Some of us have actually uttered them. And this is what would happen if they were all true. Have a great weekend. I’m watching softball. What are y’all doin’?

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Love

Posted on June 2, 2022 by Silver James

Ya know, considering the state of the world in 2022–and especially the last week or so, I figure this is a message we all need. No musing. No philosophizing. Just this: Love where you’ve been. Love where you’re at. Love … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: End of Week Attempt

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Silver James

It’s that time of the week again. Words. New words. And new prompts that will hopefully get you writers in the mood and will entertain the readers. Once again, I doubled up. Two birds and all that. #1lineWed theme is … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats and Titles: Comfort

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Silver James

Eventually, I’ll get back to hawking my books. At the moment, I feel like a baseball player in a slump. Yes, I have been watching a lot of baseball and softball lately. Tis the season, don’cha know. Writers (and readers) … Continue reading →

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Memorial Monday

Posted on May 30, 2022 by Silver James

Today is a holiday in the USA. It’s Memorial Day when people go to the lake, hold cook-outs with family and friends. And shop. Every store out therre is holding a Memorial Day Sale. Memorial Day is a day to … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Southernitis

Posted on May 27, 2022 by Silver James

I have only two words to say: duct tape. Have an awesome weekend y’all!

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Thursday Thoughts: Stick a Fork In It

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Silver James

A friend of mine was talking about which WIP to work on and why she’d switched from one to another. She mentioned reader input and then we discussed inspiration, because sometimes, to find the words, you need to listen to … Continue reading →

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