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When The Clueless Lends a Helping Hand

Posted by Joanne Huspek

I didn’t do a lot of editing last week. Too many things going on. One, winter could rear her angry head at any time. It’s already nearly the middle of October and we haven’t had a first frost yet. This … Continue reading →

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Finds in the Library

Posted by Joanne Huspek

Here I am again, minimally writing and editing because I am majorly cleaning and decluttering. It’s still winter in the tundra (as far as I can tell, BRR…) but as soon as the temps warm up enough, the plants are … Continue reading →

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Sometimes, We Read

Posted by Joanne Huspek

This is the Duchess of Hayes. She cannot read, but she sleeps under my right armpit when I do. This weekend I took a brief rest from my endeavors of slapping together my chap book (poetry, flash, and tiny essays). … Continue reading →

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Inspiration at Books and Authors

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Yesterday, I spent the day at Leon & Lulu, a hip shop that once a year features local books and authors. This is my third year of attending. I have to say that I love this store. It features furniture, … Continue reading →

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What Makes a Story Stick in Your Mind

Posted by Joanne Huspek

This is the million dollar question every writer asks herself as she sets about telling her story. What do readers want most? Entertainment? Believable characters? A trip to a faraway land, another world, or another time? To experience a situation … Continue reading →

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Ratings and Reviews: Sharing the Love

Posted by Joanne Huspek

As an author, you would like to believe that the worlds and situations you have crafted have inspired or touched your readers. Yes, we long for validation. We’re the twirling ballerinas yelling “Look at me! Look at me!” But besides … Continue reading →

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