I’m busy reviewing entries in a novel writing contest.  It’s a privilege to be able to give back some of what I’ve learned about writing over the years. I tend to write more out of gut instinct regarding what works and what doesn’t, so providing feedback challenges me to be clear and specific. Writers often enter contests to get feedback on their work, and with the hefty price tag of $25 per entry in many cases, they have a right to expect a bit more than “This doesn’t work.”  There needs to be a “because.”  We preach about “show not tell” in writing a novel, but that can also apply to giving feedback in contests.  At least that my two cents. 

Later today, my webhost is moving my website to a new server – bigger, faster. Yea!! Access might be sporadic during the changeover. Not a big deal, just a minor inconvenience for a few hours, and mainly overnight at that. 

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