What:
Fiction, most notably novels but I believe my real talent is short stories. With less effort, I can see the shape of them as they emerge. I can see the spark of them, the conflict, in … Continue reading >>
What:
Like a lot of aspiring authors, I used to have that dream of one day sitting down, writing a novel, and becoming an instant success. But that’s not how it goes. You’ve got to work your way … Continue reading >>
Squeaky clean:
As a child, unlike my younger brother who always seemed to be in some kind of trouble, I was the “good son.” From his school teachers, my mother would occasionally receive a list of … Continue reading >>
What?
Hello, my name is Maryann, and I’m addicted to writing. It started when I was about ten years old and had just finished reading a charming book about Lassie written by Albert Payson Terhune. … Continue reading >>
What:
I’ve always wanted to be a writer, but for the bulk of my adult life, I told stories through dance. Creating recital pieces and choreographing musicals required most of my creative … Continue reading >>
What:
When I watched Elizabeth Gilbert’s TED Talk on Creativity, courage surged through me to submit the novel I’d written for publication. I had just retired from my career in education, and … Continue reading >>