Challenge
The Day the Deer Ran Wild
Today, I finish NaNoWriMo, or National Novel Writing Month, the challenge of writing 50,000 words in one month. This week, I received notice that I was awarded a $4,000 grant to write a book. The book will include interviews with everyday elders to talk about life yesterday and today.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Writers
The Glow of the Hearth
The Glow of the Hearth The first snow of the year arrived quietly, blanketing the town in a soft, muffling white. By the time dusk settled, the world outside Emma’s small cottage looked like something out of a snow globe. Frost kissed the windows, forming delicate patterns like lace, while the wind howled through the pine trees, urging everyone to seek shelter.
By Taviii🇨🇦♐️2 years ago in Writers
Want A Better Pitch? Watch This
Introduction Pitching isn't just for entrepreneurs or salespeople - it's a skill everyone can use. Whether you're selling a product, an idea, or even yourself in an interview, your pitch matters. But let's face it, creating a compelling pitch can be tough.
By Usama Shahid2 years ago in Writers
Why Hope Is the Most Powerful Emotion We Have?
Have you ever wondered why people around us always say, “Don’t lose hope, something good will happen and blah blah……blah. Well, when we are in trouble we mostly lose hope and give up but people around us always say “Don’t lose hope”.
By H. Awais Khan2 years ago in Writers
Keep It 100 Challenge Winners
Almost exactly one year after my "return" (arrival) to Vocal I've been able to celebrate publishing one hundred stories with the hosting of the Keep It 100 Unofficial Challenge! And what a wonderful experience it has been! I'm so grateful to everyone who submitted an entry, to Vocal for making this event possible, to my friends who volunteered to serve as the judging panel, and my husband who organized the excel data!
By D.K. Shepard2 years ago in Writers
Mummies For Christmas -- Again? Let's Have A Challenge!
The Lead-In I’ve been having so much fun reading the entries to my Holidays/Holy Days contest that I decided it was about time to start another one. That one will end tomorrow, by the way, so if you haven’t gotten an entry in yet, you still have a little time. You can do it!
By Laura Pruett2 years ago in Writers
The Biggest Challenges Authors Face When Trying to Get Their Books Published
The journey from manuscript to published book is fraught with challenges, some anticipated and others that catch many authors by surprise. This article explores the significant hurdles authors encounter during the publication process and offers insights into navigating these obstacles effectively.
By Hannah miller2 years ago in Writers





