I loved playing softball as a child. I wasn’t very good at it, but I always had fun. Doesn’t this look like a girl having fun?
But when I got a little older, I got a little better. I even made the all-star team.
I guess practice and repetition really does help.
Which is why I really should be writing and reading every day. I guess I’d better get back to it…
Becca ;)
Wordsmith Studio Prompt: Sport
Tough day. New heels. Expensive ones.
A six-word story written for Daily Post’s Weekly Writing Challenge: Flash Fiction.
Writing is not usually a team sport. It lends itself to the solitary lifestyle. Some days, I don’t even change out of my pajamas, let alone shower.
But this is where writing communities can be helpful. And I’m involved in a few.
I’m a founding member of an online group of writers. We call ourselves Wordsmith Studio. It is a fantastic group that is always ready to provide encouragement, comment on work, and inspire you to new heights. I love it!
I’m also a founding member of a local writing group, Wicked Wordsmiths of the West. We met through NaNo write-ins and word sprints last November. We normally meet once a month at the local library and share resources, short pieces of writing, and have fun writing activities. We are currently prepping for NaNo this year and meeting once a week to plan our projects. Once November starts, we’ll be meeting at least once a week for word sprints to cheer each other on to our word count goals.
And I’ve recently joined another online writing group, Writer’s Carnival. This online group is centered around writing and reviewing. Before you can post your writing, you must review at least three pieces already posted. This ensures everyone is getting peer feedback. They also have tons of great contests with cash (and other) prizes. For another month, you can join and get a year membership free, but after that they will begin charging a small fee. So HURRY! The newest addition to this group is Classes. They’ve got three starting in a little over a week: Starting a New Blog (taught be me!), Starting Your Novel, and Self-Editing. Since this is the first group of classes being offered, you can get them at a discount. There are lots more planned to start in January and make fantastic gifts for writers (hint, hint). ;)
Do you belong to any groups, online or otherwise? How do they help keep you motivated and on task? Are you looking to join a writing group? Feel free to visit the ones I mentioned above. They are all very welcoming to new members. See you there!
Daily Prompt: Community
I’m addicted to reading.
The world could fall apart around me, but if my nose is in a book, I wouldn’t even notice. I have a hard time putting a book down before it’s finished. Even (especially) when there’s something else I should be doing, like writing, laundry, dishes, and even wiping baby butts. All I need is my kindle, and a soft, warm blanket, I’m lost to the world.
What about you? What are you doing, instead of what you should?
Daily Prompt: Addicted
I redecorated.
I kinda like it. I’m in a festive mood. ;)
What do you think: Take it or Leave it?
Veronica Roth, a good friend of mine, recently wrote a blog post detailing how to make lavender wands. Check it out. They looked very pretty and I love the scent of lavender, so I thought, “Hey, I have lavender. I should make one of those.”
So I did. I think it turned out pretty well, although not quite as neat as the ones she made. It was also harder than it looked and took a little longer than I had anticipated. But I like it. And it smells fabulous. Now I just need to figure out where to put it . . . I’m thinking: lingerie drawer. ;)
Hello!
Sorry I haven’t been around much lately.
I’m in the beginning stages of planning my newest novel. I’m really excited about it, so it’s been hard to pull myself away. I’m using the Snowflake Method, and it’s fantastic. If you are a writer and haven’t read about it, click and do so now. You won’t regret it. Besides planning ahead, like I’m doing, it’s great for organizing and mapping works you’ve already written, too.
Since I’ve been focusing most of my writing on this new project, I probably won’t be posting much of my fiction writing here. Unless, of course, I come across a particularly inspiring prompt and just can’t resist. ;)
I will, however, still be posting responses to at least one photo prompt a week. I love my photo prompts too much to resist, and they are a great break from writing when I need one.
So, without further ado, and in response to the Wordsmith Studio’s Weekly Photo Prompt, I say, “Drink up!”
Moscato is my favorite wine, light and fruity, and just a little bubbly.
Feel free to grab your favorite beverage and toast with me.
“To inspiration.”
“Cheers.”
Becca ♥
