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The Treasure Of Manjucatus Part-2-A Short Story
In Part 1 of The Treasure of Manjucatus, a young dragon saves a monk from a vicious metaleater worm. The dragon Manjucatus knows his parents would disapprove of helping humans, so he takes the injured man somewhere safe. And now, part two of The Treasure Of...
How Thrift Stores Inspire My Writing
I love thrift stores! Hunting for bargains and interesting items is one of my favorite hobbies. As my mother used to say, "One man's junk is another's treasure." She's right. It's like finding buried treasure when I purchase a beautiful necklace for only a quarter. My...
6 Reasons Writers Should Use Spreadsheets
Writers use many tools to help them with their craft. One valuable tool I use is the spreadsheet. A spreadsheet is a way of keeping track of information in rows and columns. It keeps businesses organized, and since writing is my business, I need all the help I can...
The Treasure Of Manjucatus Part-1-A Short Story
Manjucatus wiped the blood off his scaly cheek. His dragon healing sealed the cut where his father had struck him. What about the cut to his heart? The young dragon flapped his leathery wings, speeding up as he flew through grey rain clouds. What hurt most was seeing...
Welcome Spring With These 4 Books
Winter is almost over, and spring is just around the corner. My bulbs are pushing their way up through the mulch and leaves. Soon, the snowdrops will bloom, hopefully followed by daffodils and narcissus. I can't wait to stink up my house (according to my family) with...
5 Ways Research Enriches Your Novel
One of my favorite things about writing is doing research. I love looking up facts about places and events that will improve my novel. Getting lost in history or other cultures can be a fun way to enrich your writing. Non-fiction writers have to research, of course....