Author Archives: Darlene Reilley

About Darlene Reilley

Hey, I'm Darlene, a nomadic writer and teacher. If you're looking for writing prompts, inspiration, and a fellow writer to commiserate with, you've come to the right place. If you're a reader looking for a fun mix of poetry, romance, science and fiction, you've found a buddy!

Gliese 667, coming August 2021

Posted on May 26, 2021 by Darlene Reilley

hi. Hi. Hi! Guess what? … I’m publishing another novel. Yay! I just finished typing the last words of my next book, Gliese 667. It made me laugh. It made me cry. The aliens made me want to run for … Continue reading →

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Coffee and December Update 2020

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

16.00 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Coffee and December 2020 – Hopefully aka the End of the Year and a Brand New Start Welcome to the end of 2020…unless we go through a wormhole and it turns … Continue reading →

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DarWrites Prompts Book 2 is FREE for November 2020 NaNoWriMo!

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

I don’t know about you, but for me 2020 has been hard! With the idea of uplifting your life and writing, I offer a freebie for NaNoWriMo: This will be available as a free download during November 2020 to celebrate … Continue reading →

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The Touchstone Writer’s Workshop

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

The Touchstone Writer’s Course, Presented by DarWrites Are you a writer who wants to level up your writing process? Hey, I’m Darlene. I’ve been in the writing trenches and want to share what I know so you won’t step in … Continue reading →

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The Touchstone Writer’s Course

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

Want to level up your writing career? DarWrites presents The Touchstone Writer’s Course – a 4-week journey that will help you level up your words and focus on developing the touchstone of your writing career. E-mail dreilley7@gmail.com for details.

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How to Support the Writers in Your Life

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Darlene Reilley
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Introducing DarleneReilley.com

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

Hey, writers! I’m so happy to speak to you again – I know I’ve been away for a while, but circumstances have changed and I am back! DarWrites will continue to provide inspiration and resources for writers of all levels! … Continue reading →

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Book Cover Release! The Divantinum Project Book #1: Wastling

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

I’m so excited and want to share with you the best news I’ve had this year! I’m releasing the first book in my science fiction series. The Divantinum Project Book #1: Wastling is coming out. Here’s a sneak peak. I’ve … Continue reading →

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10th Anniversary of The Zombie Slayer

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

Ten years ago, I published my first novel, Zombie Slayer. That book is the first of several I’ve completed since, but I always come back to the characters in it and the lessons learned while writing it. It’s hard to … Continue reading →

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Star Spangled Life

Posted on July 4, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

  Star Spangled Life Darlene Reilley   Flags fly high across this boundless sky. I’m just a writer with a simple dream To stand with fellow patriots and live a star spangled life.   Times are hard, belts are tight. … Continue reading →

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