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10/13/2020

Essaymama Review

We Can Love Again by Donna Marie is one of my most favorite books of all time. I used to say to my friends that I feel like the book was written about my life. It is all about forgiveness, second chances, and learning how to move on from your past which is basically what my life is all about. It was hard for me to accept that there is no other choice for me but to move on with my life. Letting go is not as easy as it sounds. It will make you feel like you have to let go of all the memories that made you happy.

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1/6/2020

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5 STARS by Fizza Younis

It's a very good contemporary fiction about second chances, love, mending the fences, and healing from old wounds. I think that it's very well-written and I liked all the characters. I enjoyed reading it and would recommend it to those who like contemporary stories about love and family.
Julia and Carl are recently divorced. She had just moved to her father's vacation home when she meets Nick. Nick is a single dad and a widower. He liked Julia right from the beginning and as the two spend more time together they slowly fall in love. However, there are things in their pasts that are still haunting them and they are reluctant to take a leap of faith.
Nick's wife had died leaving him to care for his only son. Julia's ex-husband Carl is having trouble and she feels that she must help him. Especially since there is no one else in his life who would do it. But what will it mean for her and Nick?
There are pasts scars that are haunting these characters. Their stories are intertwined and their fates too. Will things get better for all three of them or will they destroy each other's lives? These are some of the questions that are answered in this sweet, romantic, and emotional novel.
All in all, it's a great read. I found it highly entertaining and I think others will enjoy it too.

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The Soul of a Fiction Writer

6/8/2016

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How is a work of fiction inspired? Where does that first sentence come from? When does the writer realize the premise of the imaginary tale? As the creator begins developing the work of fiction, the foundation of the story, including the characters, the plot, and the setting, is often unknown until the fingers begin dabbling away on the keyboard. Then again, creative thoughts are often a story which has consumed the mind of the writer for weeks, months, and sometimes even years. However it comes about, the power of the imagination brings the author’s ideas to life. The location, surroundings, and scenery are authentically visualized. Word by word, the characters become genuine individuals with distinct personalities and traits, which leads to the story behind the fictitious people miraculously launched into existence. As the creative project continues to be developed, it begins to consume the writer as it gets under the skin, and into the soul - every part of the author’s being. The imagination is permeated with ideas for the story’s progression and conclusion. When the three letter word -end- is added at the finale, the writer will take a long deep breath, exhale, and realize the story he or she gave birth to was a labor of love for the gift of writing a work of fiction.

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Writing & Cooking

6/8/2016

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Writing and cooking are two of my favorite activities whenever time permits. I’ve come to realize that each have similar elements. Whether creating a recipe or writing an article, blog, or even a book, each necessitates the proper ingredients for an optimal outcome. Preparing a special entrée takes just the right ingredients which will complement each other in flavor. Too much of one spice and not enough of another can change the whole dynamic of the dish being prepared. When writing, the words are my ingredients that come together for my intended audience. That audience of prepared dishes or writings will differ, so recipes or words will also vary. For instance, a romance story wouldn't be written with the intention of children reading the material. Just like chicken nuggets and boxed macaroni and cheese wouldn't be prepared for an adult dinner party.

Just as writers find pleasure in the art of writing, those who take pride in cooking are doing so for the art and pleasure it brings, and the joy of sharing their prize creation. Each are done with a labor of love, and often come with critique of others which will be used to polish future endeavors.

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Are Audiobooks for You?

6/8/2016

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There’s nothing more relaxing than curling up with a good book on a rainy day when there’s nothing else to do, nowhere to be. This thought may be true for many. Some will prefer an actual print book with ability to turn pages, while others count on their digital means of reading, whether it’d be a computer, tablet, or phone. Where do audio books fall in popularity when it comes to a different method of reading a novel?

Although as far back as the 1930s there’s been audio capabilities from spoken albums, it was about the 1980s and later when publishers and book sellers began to put videocassettes, DVDs, and compact discs on their shelves. Nowadays, we’ve gone a step further by hearing the words of the author in a downloadable format. Is all this audio stuff taking away from words that would once be read with our eyes?

Many who support today’s newest method of reading would think not. Here are a few benefits of audiobooks for young and old:

Listening to a narrator tell a story allows one to create a visual of a story. Audio books enhance writing, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills. Hearing the spoken words of a novel will open minds up to the historical tradition of storytelling.
The spoken words of a novel can be amusing as many narrators are actors projecting their own unique tone of voices for different characters in the book.
There are many folks who would love to read, but find it difficult to keep focus of a 300 page novel. Hence, their books pile up only half read if even that.
The several hours of a road trip can pass by much quicker when listening to an audio book. In fact, I know of many who listen to book after book simply during their drive to work every day.
Books can be listened to in a group, as a family. All will hear the same thing, but may have different thoughts and interpretations which may be opened for discussion. Audio books could also be a new way of participating in a book club.
Audio books are perfect for busy lifestyles while working out, taking a walk, riding a bike, mowing the lawn, cleaning the house and more. That audio book will make your undesired chores not seem so bad!

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A Circle of Writers

6/8/2016

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After my third novel, Gracie Mae, was published, I began utilizing social media sites at a whole new level. While my intentions have been to connect with readers, I've also been connecting with other writers who are on similar paths. The support between fellow indie authors and writers is an amazing phenomenon. I must say, I am proud to be among the social media circle of these creative individuals who take the time to help, advise, and promote each other. A comment by Paul Anthony Shortt which I came across earlier today says, “I find there are two kinds of family, the one you’re born with and the one you choose for yourself. The one you choose, regardless of blood relation, will always support you.” How fortunate I am to have chosen a family of wonderful writers.

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