Savouring the joy in our world through words, wanderings, and a writing community.
There are three types of writers says Author, Elif Shafak. Plot-driven writers plan the story, focus on the structural architecture and map out the mechanics. Character-driven writers place greater emphasis on human psychology and character development allowing the story to flow from the flaws and motivations of the individuals. Language-driven writers write prose that reads…
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What are some of the scents of autumn? Or the textures, or tastes? What do they remind you of? What does autumn feel like to you? This sensory writing invitation is for you. So, tell me below in comments, and join me in Writing Autumn’s Scent, as we follow this season and all her sensory…
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Writing, as you know, is a solitary endeavour. In the dim light of early morning or the darkness of night we allow the ink to flow uninhibited, reveling in the quiet magic, giving our thoughts the gift of solitude. There is a quiet joy in writing alone, and then there is also the joy of…
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January, in the northern hemisphere, brings with it the kind of quiet that only winter can deliver. It is a beautiful time for writing and reading and expanding our soulfulness as we move inward and then make a subtle turn towards the light. I have an invitation for you, to write with me this season,…
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Hi Everyone, Just a quick post to ask for your thoughts on a dilemma many writers face. And no, I’m not talking about pancakes. As you may know I’ve been here on WordPress for about 6 years now. My blog has evolved, as we all do. What started off as a local travel blog, grew…
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It has been a difficult few weeks. Time has slipped by due to responsibilities that beckoned and I’ve missed reading your words and writing mine. I have however, been writing short poetry and verses, sometimes rushed, as the words come to me. It is a wonderful way to release thoughts and emotions. Do you find…
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I can’t encapsulate in mere words the depth of feeling that rose within me when I read Fatima Fakier’s book, Yes, You Belong. It is a quick but deep read that reaches into your soul. As the subtitle states, it is, “A journey through articles on joy, motivation, and embracing life as it is.” It…
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