Category Archives: Science Fiction

Review of “Stranded with the Cyborg”

Posted on June 29, 2020 by Darlene Reilley

  I read “Stranded with the Cyborg” by Cara Bristol. This is Cy-Ops Series #1. Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Positives: the meet cute is authentic, there are … Continue reading →

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We the Explorers

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Darlene Reilley

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 →

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Coming Soon

Posted on February 1, 2019 by Darlene Reilley

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 →

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Release: DarWrites Writing Prompts Book 1

Posted on May 1, 2018 by Darlene Reilley

Hello, fabulous readers and writers! I hope you’re doing well! It’s been kind of crazy here! The most important thing is: I have big news! I spent the last few months curating a series of writing prompts I’ve created and … Continue reading →

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ISWG, Science Fiction, and Birthday Greetings

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Darlene Reilley

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 →

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DarWrites Top 10 Posts of 2017

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Darlene Reilley

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 →

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Gift for Writers: Science Fiction Romance Writing Prompts

Posted on December 25, 2017 by Darlene Reilley

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CTWS: The NaNoWriMo 2017 Edition

Posted on November 4, 2017 by Darlene Reilley

Coffee Talk & Writers Secrets: The NaNoWriMo 2017 Edition Hey, writers! How is it going? I bet you’re writing and editing a storm. I’ve been dealing with a lot of challenges lately – the biggest of which is a foot … Continue reading →

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Star Hero Review

Posted on September 9, 2017 by Darlene Reilley

  Genre: Science Fiction Romance Author: Susan Grant Title: Star Hero Series: Star Series   Disclaimer: I received a copy of Star Hero, a Star Series Novella, in exchange for a fair review. When authors send me a book, they … Continue reading →

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A Blueprint to Becoming a Published Writer

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Darlene Reilley

Hey, writers! I’m excited to announce a new guest post by Theresa Barker. Thanks, Theresa, for sharing your insight into writing and the writing life! Take it away, Theresa!         A blueprint to becoming a published writer … Continue reading →

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