Tag: Books
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All the Words I Kept Inside: New Poetry Book by P.J. Gudka | Writing Struggles and Inspirations
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, All the Words I Kept Inside, Amazon, Book Reviews, Creative Writing, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Novella, Pooja (P.J.) Gudka, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, UncategorizedOn a hot and muggy day in New England, the author briefs readers on P.J. Gudka’s new poetry book, “All the Words I Kept Inside,” praising its emotional depth and skillful craftsmanship. The author shares two favored poems and discusses their resemblance to their novel, “Reunion: Coda.” Expressing annoyance at a failed writing day, they…
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Musings & Thoughts for Monday, July 8, 2024, or: Weekend Wrap-Up…and Prepping for the New Workweek
Late Morning, Monday, July 8, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire Hello, friends. The lengthy and dreary holiday weekend of July Fourth has passed. A fresh week of writing awaits me. I wish Calliope, my Muse, would grace me with her presence soon. Reunion: Coda is not a self-writing book, and I could use some creative spark.…
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Challenges and Progress of Writing my Debut Novel: Reunion: Coda
The author rests on a hot, sticky Saturday, feeling low on energy. They won’t work on “Reunion: Coda” today, having recently completed a chapter in “The Gathering Storm.” Despite the challenges, they’re satisfied with their progress since starting in March 2023. Their debut novel stands at 18 chapters, 404 pages, and 101,670 words. The author…
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Reflections on Fourth of July 2024 and Writing Progress Update
The United States celebrated its 248th Independence Day, evoking mixed emotions for the author. The Fourth of July was uneventful, but positive feedback on the novella “Reunion: A Story” brought some cheer. Despite missing out on traditional celebrations, the author remains focused on finishing “Reunion: Coda” and polishing the novel. Reflecting on the past, the…
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Captivating Holiday Read: Discover Scene Three of Reunion: Coda
On the 4th of July, 2024, in Madison, New Hampshire, the author celebrates America’s 248th year of independence. Despite personal struggles, they triumphantly complete a pivotal scene for their novel, “Reunion: Coda.” Uncertain about holiday plans, they consider editing the latest scene and offer a discount on the prelude, “Reunion: A Story.”
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Reunion: A Story – Nostalgic 1980s Romance Novella | 99¢ Limited Time Offer
This content is about a nostalgic novella titled “Reunion: A Story” by Alex Diaz-Granados. The story revolves around Jim Garraty and his high school crush Marty, exploring themes of love, regret, and friendship. The book is commended for its emotive characters and 1980s nostalgia. There’s also a limited-time discount offer for the Kindle edition.
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Author’s Progress: Scene Three of The Gathering Storm and Novel Insights
The author, lagging behind in his workday plan, shares updates on crafting his first novel in a blog post. Despite not making progress on a specific scene as planned, he celebrates small achievements and hopes for inspiration after a midday break. The post directs readers to the latest news about the novel “Reunion: Coda.”
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Musings & Thoughts for Wednesday, June 26, 2024, or: Scene Two (of Chapter 18) Gets a Rave Review from…Skynet?*
* It’s actually Copilot…Skynet is not a friendly AI! Late Morning, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire On Writing & Storytelling: Evaluating and Revising Chapter 18’s Scene Two (With a Little Help from AI) Yesterday was a good day for my storytelling mojo. I didn’t dive into Scene Three of Reunion: Coda’s chapter eighteen,…
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Musings & Thoughts for Tuesday, June 25, 2024, or: One More Scene is Done…..
The author shares progress on writing the second scene of Chapter 18, focusing on Jim Garraty in a work setting. An excerpt from the scene is provided, depicting a yearning for respite and reflecting on personal relationships. The post ends with the author’s hope for a productive writing session and the possibility of inspiration for…
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Musings & Thoughts for Wednesday, June 19, 2024, or: It’s Beginning to Feel a Lot Like Summer…and a Quick Update from the Writing Front
The Madison Summer Almanac for June 19, 2024, reports a hot day in eastern New Hampshire with a temperature of 92°F (33°C) and a heat index of 102°F (39°C). The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high of 97°F (36°C) and a low of 73°F (23°C) at night. The author gives an update…
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