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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 >>

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I, Myself, or Me?

April 18, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Myself? A letter to advice columnist Miss Manners begins: “My husband, myself and another couple went out for dinner last summer…” I read the rest of the question but kept bouncing back to that … Continue reading >>

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Writers empower, inspire, heal, expose

March 7, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

In times of turmoil, writers can affect change with their words, stories and poems. They are a window into the greater truths of the world at large, beyond the minuscule limits of ourselves. Ten years … Continue reading >>

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Donald H. Rumsfeld, America’s Poet Lariat

July 26, 2021 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Found poetry: The recent passing of Donald Rumsfeld, the former Secretary of Defense, reminded me I’d found a book of his poetry that at a garage sale years ago. Well, it's not actually Rumsfeld's … Continue reading >>

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Your Writing Matters, by Colleen M. Story

June 21, 2021 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Colleen M. Story is an author, motivational speaker, freelance writer, and an advocate for writers. In addition to her comprehensive website, blog and newsletters, she hosts a terrific website called … Continue reading >>

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Cynical: A Writing Prompt

June 14, 2021 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

From Jamie Cat Callan If you're a writer and you haven't subscribed to Jamie's marvelous weekly newsletter for writers, do so right now, here. I met Jamie at the Stonecoast MFA residency when … Continue reading >>

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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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