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Clue #6

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

We’re up to 23500 words! WOO! I’m still stuck on the choice about how I want to portray the next scene, but I’m going to dig into the story again this afternoon and I’m leaning toward a little disturbing. Also, … Continue reading →

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Clue #5

Posted on June 23, 2012 by

Despite the summer laziness kicking in, I’ve managed to get about 21K of the fairytale story written. Now we’re heading into exciting territory, and I’m hoping to knock out another 20k before I head out on my trip. I’m so … Continue reading →

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And onto Clue # 3!

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

All right! We’ve got one person who’s guessed both (via Facebook), and about four who got Fairytale #1. You’re doing great! Number 2 is harder than the first one, so don’t get discouraged. So… The clues…. Clue #1 Both of … Continue reading →

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Clue Number Two!

Posted on June 16, 2012 by

Wow! We’ve already got someone who guessed one of the fairytales correctly! Nice going! I found a bunch of these photos done by Anne Liebowitz, which I adore. I figured I’d post one a day with the clues. Aren’t they … Continue reading →

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SCBWI, Querying, Rejection, and Hope…

Posted on October 7, 2010 by

I’m going to the SCBWI Winter Conference!  After petting my smoking wallet, I did have to smile. I wasn’t really sure I wanted to go until I checked out the schedule – RL Stine, Jane Yolen and Lois Lowry?  Who … Continue reading →

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