Readings:

I have three readings scheduled for my book Night Terror. First things first-last weeks clichés: Man of the World – A sophisticated, experienced individual. From 16th Century meaning simply a married man not a “man of the church” like a priest who was celibate. See...

Traveling and Writing

When you’re constantly on the go, when do you find time to write? First things first- last clichés: To Run around in circles- To proceed aimlessly or indecisively; an endeavor which is fruitless. An American colloquialism – 20th Century. Patricia Wentworth used it in...

Re-Editing your manuscript

Now that I’ve edited from my critique group all of their great insights, it’s time to re-read my manuscript. But first, last clichés: Bag of tricks— Use of one’s entire resources. Goes back to the bag of the itinerant magician, which contained all of the items needed...

Life Gets in the Way

There should be no excuses for not writing. But, first comes first– Last Clichès: Pave the Way- To lead up to; prepare for something. Metaphor dating from before 1585 for smoothing one’s course–Paving a road makes it easier to traverse. Also see James...