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Life Would Be Wonderful…If It Weren’t For The Imaginary Hardships

by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | For the love of writing, Freelance Writing

The following is a version of my column which appears in San Clemente Presbyterian’s NEWSBREAK magazine. Editors are welcome to use it as a FREE REPRINT. Sometimes I don’t need a mirror to see my own reflection. My five-year-old son Joseph is a perfectly capable...

Fiction Writing Chapter Two: Character Name Crisis!

by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | Fiction Novel Writing

As I mentioned in Fiction Novel Writing: Chapter Two Begins! my second chapter’s narration springs from the mind of Mike Hayden, Treva’s father and the owner of Hayden Autos, a Southern California used-car dealership boasting mediocre success at best. A man of heart...

Writing And Blogging: “The Good Way”

by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | For the love of writing

Today’s guest-post will inspire bloggers and writers seeking to sharpen skills, improve clarity and have more fun! It was written by Of Parchments and Inks, a blog authored by “Brown Eyed Mystic.” The Brown Eyed Mystic makes these observations, “You may have a reason...

Writing And Blogging Can Improve Your Health!

by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | For the love of writing

Last night, my husband and I were discussing the future of blogging. With so many social media outlets–most of which requiring only a sentence or less, did blogging have a future? It’s easy to jump to “yes!”, especially if you are a writer who simply must write, or if...

Fiction Novel–Vote For Your Favorite Title!

by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | Fiction Novel Writing

I am considering a handful of titles for my in-progress fiction novel. Your input is valued! Please vote or suggest your own title! The story is about an Orange County (Southern California) based family. Beginning the day after the mother’s funeral, the first scene ...
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