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Category Archives: Creative Writing
10th Anniversary of The Zombie Slayer
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
Star Spangled Life
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
Posted in Creative Writing, Inspiration, poetry
Tagged America, American poetry, Grand Canyon, new poetry, poetry, Star Spangled Life, writer
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2020 Writer Helpers
Hey, Writers. It’s been a tough year so far, but I have a few things that can help you write in 2020. Check out the ones that speak to you. New content coming soon! The Writer’s Pocket Book of Inspiration … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Writing, Freelance Writing, How To
Tagged how to write, things to help writers, writer, writer helpers, writers
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Alchemical Process and Writer Monkeys
The Alchemical Process and Writer Monkeys Hey, writers! It’s been a while. I’ve been busy snapping pictures, doing yoga moves, hiking around the southwest, and healing. The above shot is a picture of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. I’ve lived … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Writing, Inspiration, writing craft, writing life, Writing Secrets
Tagged faith in future, faith in process, Grand Canyon, writer, writer inspiration, writing, writing advice, writing process
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We the Explorers
A poem I wrote for the NASA OSIRIS-Rex Challenge
When the retrieval mission returns, my poem will be included in the time capsule. Continue reading
Coming Soon
Coming Soon Hey, writers and readers! I wanted to thank you all for the inspiration and encouragement I’ve received over the last nine months. I appreciate the support! I’m coming out of my writing cave and wanted to let … Continue reading
Posted in Adventure, Anthropology, Creative Writing, Romance, Science Fiction, Writers, writing craft, writing life, Writing Prompts, Writing Secrets
Tagged 2019 novels, anthropology for writers, coming soon, inspiration, inspiration for writers, light, PTSD workbook, release, science fiction romance, The Resilient Patriot, writer
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ISWG, Science Fiction, and Birthday Greetings
ISWG, Science Fiction, and Birthday! Hey, writers. Hope you’re doing well. Today’s post is in response to the Insecure Writer’s Group question: “What do you love about the genre you write most often in?” #ISWG My answer: what’s not to … Continue reading
It’s Time for Writing Alchemy
It’s Time for Writing Alchemy Hey, Writers! Welcome to 2018! I hope you had a fantastic winter break if you took one – I did! Happy to say that my foot is recovered. Thank goodness for that! This year, … Continue reading
DarWrites Top 10 Posts of 2017
You know you love top 10 lists – and here it is – the top 10 posts about writing by writers! You’re a busy writer – and if you missed one, check it out! 1. Imagery and theme in “Young … Continue reading
