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Positive Writing Goals in 3 Easy Steps

June 20, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

I republish this post every couple of years because, frankly, most writers can use a kick in the pants sometimes. This one, however, is painless. It's motivating, and it will work to cement definable, … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Writing Tagged With: creative writing coach, motivation, procrastination, writing tips

Sneaker Squandering

June 13, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

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My biggest indulgence: buying athletic shoes. Some women hoard high heels. Some women have closets full of boots, heels, flats and pumps. Leona "Queen of Mean" Helmsley had 250 of the same … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: It's Personal Tagged With: athletic wear, comfort, shoes, sneakers

Should parents censor what their kids read?

June 6, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What is acceptable reading material for your child? It's a legit question, especially since banning books by some schools has in turn created a demand for these books. Suppose your middle … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: banned books, book censorship, family

Honoring our Fallen Veterans

May 30, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Teaching the meaning of Memorial Day to children To most kids (and to many adults), Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. We barbecue hamburgers, take a trip to the park, or plant … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: It's Personal Tagged With: memorial day, vietnam veterans, vietnam war

What, Why, How, Diana Dinverno

May 23, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What: Each poem in my chapbook, When Truth Comes Home to Roost, is meant to be a revelation, a slant of light shining through a window. The poems lean toward autobiography, capture experiences, … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: What, Why, How Tagged With: family, grief, memoir, poetry

What, Why, How: Sarah Hovorka

May 16, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What? I write across genres and ages. When ideas come to me, a voice is already part of them and that’s how I know whether I’m writing a picture book, middle grade, adult work, web … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: What, Why, How Tagged With: childrens books, consent

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Award- winning writer, poet & artist. Cynical optimist. Super klutz. Corgi fan. Author of two novels, a children's picture book, and five poetry chapbooks. More here.

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