Written by Karen D. Swim Maman est morte.–Albert Camus, L’Etranger The first line of a novel has the power to hook you as a reader and entice you to read more. The line may shock you with honesty, tease you with what is to come or set the scene for the story ahead. Some first [...]
In Celebration of Reading and Writing
March 2, 2009 By 11 Comments
Written by Karen D. Swim When I was tagged by The Villager for a meme, 25 Writers Shaping My World, I was more than willing to participate. This was a list I could actually complete with ease! This particular meme also happens to occur in a month where reading and writing are being celebrated across [...]
Simply the Best?
December 19, 2008 By 12 Comments
Image by Getty Images via Daylife Written by Karen D. Swim The gracious Joanna Young invited everyone to reflect upon this past year of blogging and select their best post from 2008. Now I must admit when I saw the title Simply the Best I wondered how Joanna would tie Tina Turner to writing. I [...]
The Gift of Words
December 12, 2008 By 13 Comments
Written by Karen D. Swim “A book is a gift you can open again and again.” – Garrison Keillor I awakened to a cold dark morning. Without a trace of daylight, there was no external sign that it was in fact morning. I arose and made my way through darkness to open blinds and curtains [...]
Sha Na NaNo – In the Key of Thanks
November 26, 2008 By 13 Comments
Written by Karen D. Swim When I committed myself to National Novel Writing Month (NaNo) I had no idea how it would impact my days. Before the month began, I planned to awaken at 5 am, go for my morning run and then write. By 8 am I would be at my desk and ready [...]
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