Dear Candyce, Your story, “My Bully, My Friend” has made it to the final selection round for Chicken Soup for the Soul: Just Us Girls. The stories are great and this book promises to be a classic. We are so appreciative of your participation and very excited about this book. Huh? This email from an editor at Chicken Soup arrived… Read More
The Write Stuff
Writing at a Standing Desk
Standing Desk Lends New Meaning to “Thinking On Your Feet” I’m sure you’ve heard the news by now that reducing the amount of time spent sitting is a move toward better health and longevity. Most Americans spend too much time sitting – in cars, at desks, and in front of entertainment centers with a remote control near at hand. As… Read More
Increase Productivity and Unleash Creativity with Free Writes
As a writer I’ve long practiced free writes, also known as stream of consciousness writing. As a composition teacher, I use free writes to help students find their voice and to dig into their sub-conscious. The only rule to class free writes is that there are no rules. No concerns with grammar. No concerns with spelling. Ignore margins. No scratch-outs…. Read More