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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author S. Evan Townsend – Just Keep Writing #amwriting

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Kelly Abell

This morning I’m sitting on the porch (much warmer today, thank goodness) drinking Arnold Palmers (leave a comment if you know what those are) with Author S. Evan Townsend. We’re discussing what he’s learned along his writing journey. Let’s listen in: … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Jack Strandburg – Setting up a Macro in Microsoft Word to Target Weak Words

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Good Morning. I wish I could say that we were sitting on the porch today, but BRRR. So this morning I’m joined in my warm kitchen by Author/Editor Jack Strandburg. He offers some fantastic advice about targeting those useless words … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Rocky Rochford -The Truth about Writing

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Today I’m sitting on the porch with author Rocky Rochford. The sun is shining and we’re  enjoying a beautiful day. Rocky is sharing with me some important truths about writing. There’s no denying it, those of us who write, many … Continue reading →

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Writing Tip #10 – Busting Through Writer’s Block #amwriting

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Ever have one of those times where you are sitting there staring at the computer screen and your mind is as blank as the page in front of you? Maybe you woke up with a “rockin’” story in your mind … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Susanne Matthews – It All Comes Down to Promotions and Reviews

Posted on January 24, 2015 by Kelly Abell

It’s a little breezy and rainy on the porch today so we’re sitting under the covered portion sipping our tea. I’m joined today by Author Susanne Matthews and we’re discussing her writing and how she handles promoting her work and … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Gail Cauble Gurley – How Her Past Influences Her Writing

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Hello there. After a week off I am back on the porch with another southern lady who enjoys sweet tea just as much as I do. I’m joined by North Carolina native Author Gail Cauble Gurley and today she’s sharing … Continue reading →

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Writing Tip # 9 Polishing That Manuscript #amwriting

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Kelly Abell

So you’ve finished that labor of love and you think you’re ready to send it in to an agent or a publisher. Wait! Not Yet! As a past editor for a publisher, I would like to share with you what … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author John Guzzardo – Learnings From The Publishing World #amwriting

Posted on January 3, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Good Morning. Going to be about 73 degrees here in Florida land. A great day to sit on the porch and interview another one of my author friends. I’ve sweetened up the tea and I’m pouring a glass for John … Continue reading →

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Writing Tip # 8 – Showing versus Telling #amwriting

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Kelly Abell

As a writer I often attend conferences where I hear the phrase, “Show not Tell”. Okay… What the heck does that mean? It means that in writing you want to have your reader be a part of the action, not … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Penny Estelle – A Trip Down Reality Lane

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Kelly Abell

On this sunny Saturday December morning, I’m sitting on the porch with author Penny Estelle. Much like some of my other porch guests Penny and I are talking about her writing journey and some of the realities we face along … Continue reading →

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