Tag: Creative Writing
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Challenges of a Sleepless Morning: Writing Process and Weather Reflections
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Madison (NH), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), New Hampshire Weather, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, Weather in New HampshireLate Morning, Monday, August 12, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire It is a cool, partly cloudy morning in late summer. At 67°F (19°C), it feels more like a winter day in Florida than an August day in New England. The forecast high is 73°F (23°C), but there are also expected scattered light rain showers later in…
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Creative Writing Session: Vignette Draft and Outline Progress
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, UncategorizedMidday/Early Afternoon, Sunday, August 11, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire Hello, Dear Readers. Your dedicated correspondent is still not feeling his best at the moment. I remain concerned about my future and saddened that I can’t stay in New Hampshire, despite experiencing bouts of homesickness, isolation, and minor frustration during my almost eight months here. However,…
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Challenging Day in New Hampshire: A Personal Account
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Blogging, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, UncategorizedThe author describes the aftermath of a storm in Madison, New Hampshire on August 10, 2024, expressing frustration and anxiety due to poor sleep and medication issues. Despite feeling overwhelmed, the author endeavors to maintain a positive outlook and work on their novel, seeking solace in walks and the support of a friend.
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Book Notes: Pooja (P.J.) Gudka Writes Review of ‘Reunion: A Story’ on Amazon
A New Amazon Review of ‘Reunion: A Story’ by Pooja (P.J.) Gudka Bonus “On the Good News Front” Post I’m delighted to share with you the latest Amazon review of my novella Reunion: A Story, written by the talented blogger, poet, and historian Pooja Gudka. She has been very generous and kind in her praise…
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A Quick Update from a Weary, Worried Writer
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Blogging, CreateSpace Independent Publishing, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Insomnia, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Melodies and Memories: Music, Songs, and Singers, Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: CodaIt’s a sultry late summer day in Madison’s Eidelweiss District. The writer shares their struggle with lack of sleep due to stress over an upcoming move. They also mention progress on their novel manuscript and recent e-book purchases. The update concludes with a selection of music videos for enjoyment.
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Narrative Depth and Tension in Reunion: Coda Scenes
Decoding ‘Reunion: Coda’: An In-Depth Look at Two Scenes from My Upcoming Novel As a first-time novelist, I use various tools including my two computers, how-to books on different aspects of storytelling, music to inspire me, and my experience as a journalism student, reviewer, and screenwriter to assist me in writing Reunion: Coda, the second…
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Themes and Variations: The Timeless Charm of ‘All the Things You Are’
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, All the Things You Are, All the Things You Are (Kern and Hammerstein), Amazon, Amazon Music, Creative Writing, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Melodies and Memories: Music, Songs, and Singers, Music, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: CodaThe author, a fan of standards from the Great American Songbook, shares the influence of music on their writing process and introduces “All the Things You Are” as a significant song. They express their fondness for different variations of the song, providing various links for the readers’ listening pleasure.
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An Unproductive End to the Workweek: Insomnia 1, Novelist 0
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Blogging, Creative Writing, Insomnia, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Melodies and Memories: Music, Songs, and Singers, Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, Writing as a CraftLate Afternoon, Friday, August 2, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire Hey everyone. I’m behind schedule on this really hot and humid Friday. Barely got any sleep last night, thanks to insomnia. Managed to nod off just before the sun came up and then woke up around 8 AM. So today’s been a day of just scraping…
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Decoding ‘Reunion: Coda’: Why Chapter 19’s Scene Four Works – Analysis
Here’s an in-depth analysis of the latest scene in Reunion: Coda. It’s based mostly on the second revised draft, so some of the comments may not reflect the scene in the finished novel: The scene “Chalk Dust and Doubts” from your novel “Reunion: Coda” is a compelling piece of writing that works on multiple levels.…
A Certain Point of View, Too 