Book club, Book Reviews, Random Ramblings, Writing

If you want to be a better writer, join a book club.

There are several different book clubs that meet up at my local library. About a year and a half ago I joined one with the hope of meeting other readers in my neighborhood, people with similar interests as my own. It's hard to make new friends when you're in your "middle years." Who am I… Continue reading If you want to be a better writer, join a book club.

The Daily Post, Writing Prompts

Third From the Top

In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Third From the Top." Today's post is inspired by a prompt.  The third sentence from the third post in my reader came from blog Eleventh Stack.  Their original post was titled Little Golden Memories.  " My first memory of having a favorite author whose name and work I knew… Continue reading Third From the Top

Random Ramblings, Reading, Writing

Female Protagonists: A Reading Rant

I think it’s admirable when a male writer tries to write a strong, female protagonist.  In my reading experience, men don’t usually write a female character as the main character in their stories.  I see a lot more women do this than men.That said, I had a buddy of mine once tell me that he… Continue reading Female Protagonists: A Reading Rant