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The Second Draft is Country Music

I don’t like writing rough drafts. I’m not really sure why. I think it might be all the frustration. Facing the blank page is intimating, no matter how many times I’ve been there. I know that frustration is unavoidable, and even necessary, if you want unique characters and plot. But that is all behind me …

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Ghosts, Mystery, and Fashion

Hi Friends, Just wanted to let y’all know that my eBook (supernatural mystery/romantic comedy) “Jaclyn’s Ghost“ is Free today (November 8, 2012) and will also be free tomorrow (November 9, 2012) on Amazon. Ghosts, Mystery, and Fashion. Can this diva solve her own murder, or will she be stuck in limbo forever? After recovering from the …

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Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland inspired short story

“But I don’t want to go among the mad people,” Alice remarked. “Oh, you can’t help that,” said the cat: “we’re all mad here. I’m mad. You’re mad.” “How do you know I’m mad?” said Alice. “You must be,” said the cat, “Or you wouldn’t have come here.” From “Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland” by Lewis …

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Fairy Tale inspired short story: The Kingdom of Pillars

This is a light supernatural fairy tale combining  “Beauty and the Beast” and fairies – I’m not sure of the exact date, but it is at least a few years old. The Kingdom of Pillars  by Dorlana Vann “I didn’t do anything!” “Do you want father’s wings to be taken off? Is that what you want? …

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FREE Kindle Ebook – Silverweed: a supernatural fairy tale

Hi Friends, The Kindle edition of Silverweed: a supernatural fairy tale will be free Sunday Sept 30, 2012.  It is a werewolf, Little Red Riding Hood inspired, young adult novel.  The links are below. I have more info about the book here about Silverweed    Here is the blurb: Once upon a time Granny was attacked by …

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My First Fairy Tale Inspired Short Story

After watching the movie, Snow White & the Huntsman, I was reminded of my very first fairy tale inspired short story. Circu 1993-94 Phone Calls and Dwarfs by Dorlana Vann “Hello,” she answered her phone for the third time since I sat down. “I told you not to call me anymore.”  I didn’t hear the phone …

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When Did You Start Writing?

When Did You Start Writing? I think this probably the most common question that a writer is asked. And I think my answer is pretty common, too.  I’ve been writing since I can remember – But I didn’t think much about the fact, that I liked to write, until the 7th grade. After completing the …

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