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Christy's Creative Space: Point of View as a story telling tool: Notes from a session with Krista Marino, eidtor at Delacorte
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Thursday, April 24, 2008. Point of View as a story telling tool: Notes from a session with Krista Marino, eidtor at Delacorte. 1) The point of view that you use can either help your story or hurt it. Well used POV adds to the story and gives it depth. 2) You should not have a preconcieved idea of what POV to use and it should not be forced. You do not choose the POV. POV chooses you. B Caution for using 1st Person POV:.
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Christy's Creative Space: Martha Mihalick, editor at Greenwillow, talks about "What is Voice and Why do Editors go Ga-Ga over it?"
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Martha Mihalick, editor at Greenwillow, talks about "What is Voice and Why do Editors go Ga-Ga over it? Friday Evening with Martha Mihalick. What is Voice and Why do Editors Go Ga-Ga over it? My notes and my take on Martha's session on VOICE. S session on voice. Good voice is something you notice when you read it, but when you are the writer, how do you know that you have it? How it's put to...
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Christy's Creative Space: March 2014
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Thursday, March 27, 2014. Long time no see. What have you been up to? What have I been up to? Glad you asked. I've been taking pictures, learning my camera inside and out, learning about lighting, and the technicalities of taking a good picture and trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. Then I figured . . . hey! I've been sharing some of my pictures on the National Geographic. And let me know what you'...
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Christy's Creative Space: Inspired by books: Her own personal Narnia
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Friday, December 16, 2011. Inspired by books: Her own personal Narnia. My 10 year old has been reading this book called "Mandy" by Julie Andrews Edwards. (Yes, that's the same as the Mary Poppins actress) It's about an orphan that finds an abandoned cottage and works to fix it up as her own little get-away haven. She has woven mats out of blades from the plant. But this is just the beginning! There are so many great b...
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Christy's Creative Space: "How to Milk a Dinocow" Book launch!
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Wednesday, November 23, 2011. How to Milk a Dinocow" Book launch! Do you remember when we sent Critter around the world last year? Critter met all kinds of writers and illustrators and then was auctioned off for St. Jude. Critter's mega-talented creator, Ian Sands. Has his first humorous middle grade book coming out on December 10th. Don't forget to become a fan on Facebook too! November 23, 2011 at 3:15 PM. Kelly, yo...
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Christy's Creative Space: I'm back! Photo of the day, Day 1 and Day 2
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Photo of the day, Day 1 and Day 2. And I'm starting to re-explore my creativity in different ways. Part for fun and also in hopes to knock down this blasted writing beast that has set up his stinky lair in my head. I've taken a pottery class. Bob the block monster). Another weapon in my attack against my own personal monster is the camera! I've always loved photography. I've mostly used i...
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Christy's Creative Space: What's pitching got to do with writing?
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Friday, August 29, 2008. What's pitching got to do with writing? Lets play pretend. Look at each scenario. What would REALLY happen? 1 You are at the bookstore. You have no idea what book you want, but you want a book that will draw you in and captivate you. To make your decision you . . . A Take every book off the shelf, read the first chapter, maybe two, of every book. I mean hey! You have to prepare your speech too!
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Christy's Creative Space: Interview with Author, Tina Ferraro
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Sunday, May 25, 2008. Interview with Author, Tina Ferraro. I have a very special treat today! Author of How to Hook a Hottie. And Top Ten Uses for an Unworn Prom Dress. Has stopped by my blog to answer some questions about writing and books in general. We even get a sneak peek into her book coming out in the Spring '10! Here's what Tina has to say . . . . What was it like? What is your writing routine like? I had grea...
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Christy's Creative Space
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Thursday, March 27, 2014. Long time no see. What have you been up to? What have I been up to? Glad you asked. I've been taking pictures, learning my camera inside and out, learning about lighting, and the technicalities of taking a good picture and trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. Then I figured . . . hey! I've been sharing some of my pictures on the National Geographic. And let me know what you'...
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Christy's Creative Space: Encouragement for Writers: An Agent Success Story With Kathleen M. Reilly
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A blog about my writing journey, book reviews, art and anything that I deem blogworthy. Thursday, December 8, 2011. Encouragement for Writers: An Agent Success Story With Kathleen M. Reilly. I'm happy to introduce yet another member of my critique group, Kathleen M. Reilly. Who recently signed with Marcy Posner. Of Folio Literary Magangement. Kate has graciously answered some of my questions about her journey to finding an agent. Kate's features appear in publications such as:. Better Homes and Gardens.
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