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No News is Good News? and Blasting Away

Posted by Joanne Huspek

No word yet on the novel (Finding Cadence) sent to the esteemed Alan Rinzler, but I suppose that’s to be considered. The book needs a lot of work, and he’s likely flummoxed over it. In the meantime, I’ve put Virtually … Continue reading →

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A Week of Frantic Writing/Editing

Posted by Joanne Huspek

I’m feeling more like a REAL writer every day… I just spent the last ten days going over FINDING CADENCE to get it into some sort of shape to send to world-famous, Alan Rinzler, editor to stars of the literary … Continue reading →

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There are Turnips, and There are Turnip Trucks

Posted by Joanne Huspek

When last I wrote, I was on a query sending frenzy. Believe me, just one a week is a frenzy for me, seeing that I’m rather lackadaisical (lazy is probably not the correct adjective) about doing anything. Perhaps we can … Continue reading →

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Woo Hoo! Word from the Editor!

Posted by Joanne Huspek

This is actually old news, since I received my edited manuscript in an email last weekend. However, I haven’t had a moment of free time to look over what my editors have suggested. TODAY is the day. I’m one of … Continue reading →

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Things to Do With Your Critiques

Posted by Joanne Huspek

As many of you know, I’ve spent the last few months editing my first massive attempt at literary fiction. This was begun after a full 15 months of marination. I believe the common judgment is to let your creation steep … Continue reading →

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What Does a Real Writer Look Like?

Posted by Joanne Huspek

(Still in San Francisco.) I love it here, mainly because it’s San Francisco (duh!) and who wouldn’t love to be here? The history is rich, the views are amazing, the people are friendly, the food is to die for and … Continue reading →

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Careful Crafting and the Mozart Theory of Creativity

Posted by Joanne Huspek

As an opinionated wag (and I’ve been that forever), a lover of words and someone with a head full of ideas, I’ve long held the belief that a good story can sprout from one’s brain with little or no anguish … Continue reading →

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