Tag Archives: finding inspiration

Spring flowers 2013

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Diann Writes

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Lunar New Year!

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Diann Writes

I’m a little late, but I wish you all a very happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Snake! May your creative endeavors be fruitful.

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A Guide to getting more readers

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Diann Writes

I recently got an email from a friend who’s just getting started using social media to reach out to new audiences. In replying to her, I thought perhaps some of you might find my reply helpful. I offer it up … Continue reading →

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My writing process part 2 | On overcoming writer’s block

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Diann Writes

As anyone who has participated in National Novel Writing Month knows, starting a novel is great. It’s easy. You have ideas. There are no roadblocks or issues with your characters, your plotting or your continuity. But a few pages in … Continue reading →

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2012 in review

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Diann Writes

Thanks to all who visited, left comments and shared my thoughts and writing. You are the reason I have this page. I wish each and every one of you a joyful and prosperous New Year! The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys … Continue reading →

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Reader comments on Stillness in the Garden

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Diann Writes

This one’s special… My brother, a man of few words, sent me this message: “I just finished reading your book, good story.” Thanks, Jim!

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My writing process. Post 1

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Diann Writes

I titled this “Post 1” because I imagine I will not remember everything and/or I will have too much to say and cut this post off at some point. For me, the first step in creating a new novel (poem … Continue reading →

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100 Words of Encouragement for Writers

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Diann Writes

If you’re struggling with your writing, I have good news. That means you ARE writing, which is the first and hardest step. Here are two tips: The first is to simply skip the hard part. Move on to the next … Continue reading →

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Autumnal

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Diann Writes

Dead leaves drift earthward Grey skies mirror sleeping fields Passion sears our souls. Copyright: Diann L. Tongco

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Once upon a time… a poem

Posted on November 10, 2012 by Diann Writes

Once upon a time, in a lullaby far, far away — the wicked witch died and the beautiful princess married her handsome prince. The blissful pair rode off on his snowflake stallion to a remote castle in the sky where … Continue reading →

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