I recently posted a delightful comment, from an email that I had received, about a piece in my book “Just Thinking” which had been selected as a classroom discussion piece. Continue reading
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“Just Thinking” & “Adrift”!
Every writer must enjoy reading good reviews about their work. Modesty aside, a lot of work and money generally goes into publishing a book, and so positive feedback makes it so worthwhile. Most writers will never see a significant income for their efforts, but the reward of just knowing that somebody, somewhere, experienced sufficient reaction to write a review … is priceless. They read the book! What more can anybody want? Continue reading
“You’re Beautiful”
James Blunt was an unknown to me until this song was released. Continue reading
Poetry? Nah?
I have never liked poetry! It is probably because the poetry I was introduced to through the school years left me puzzled. I did not understand any of it. Continue reading
“The Weakness in Me”
A lovely song, by Joan Armatrading, about a complicated romantic situation. Continue reading
Christmas gift idea!
For the poetry reader/writer on your list, why not treat them to a book of short and uncomplicated verse. Continue reading