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Interview with the Groundhog

Aditus and I have been doing some brainstorming and have come up with some exciting new twists for the prompt blog.  Stay tuned next month to see what devilry fun we have devised   Now back to your regular scheduled prompt blog....   February is almost here, and that means getting out of the January doldrums.  Punxsutawney Phil is getting ready for his big day, and fingers crossed he doesn't see his shadow, and we'll get an early spring.  I am totally ready for all the snow in my drive
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Anthologies

Diversity Exercise

Diversity is a topic that has been on my mind lately, which is perfect timing since it's the theme of our annual Poetry Anthology.  One of the things I love about my job is the diverse nature of the individuals I serve.  I've gotten a bunch of new referrals lately; many from cultures I am only rudimentarily familiar with.  So, I've been doing a lot of research to ensure I account for these individuals cultural heritage and beliefs when providing services.   I recently attended a continuing
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Genre Deep Dives

Mystery Deep Dive 5

Top 1 Most Read Mystery - Amateur Sleuth Features characters who are not professional detectives but get involved in solving mysteries due to personal interest or circumstance. Bleeding Hearts by Josh Aterovis Complete Top 1 Most Read Mystery - Caper Light-hearted mystery that is easy to read, witty and not too intense.  Can also be more comic in nature.  Examples: Clue, Scooby Doo, Hardy Boys, or Janet Evanovitch books A Ticklish Thriller (Revised) by
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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

January CSR Feature Boundaries: An Old West Tale by Headstall

Did you read this month's CSR by Headstall, Boundaries: An Old West Tale, or it's followup? @Headstall always takes great care to make the setting and events come alive in his historical fiction, and the character's tales pull at your heart, head... or, well...  What did you think of this month's feature? Share your thoughts in comments below, but first, the interview! Do you eat your fruits and vegetables? Absolutely! Berries and red grapes every day, and whatever looks fresh in the p
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jan. 19 - Jan. 25)

Lonnnnnnnng day Monday, Cia came by with an all new Signature Author Feature. You may have heard of him : Tuesday was Myr's chance to Deep Dive into Literary Fiction: Being that Monday was the Signature Author Feature, Cia followed up with the Signature Author Excerpt on Wednesday: Thursday, Valkyrie came to solicit what you would like to see in upcoming Anthology Blogs: Friday, Aditus dropped on by with what could be a couple of fun Prompts to tackle:  
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Prompts

Everyday Catastrophes

There are those days when you think someone, the Fates, God, an evil spirit, or your mean neighbor has it out for you. What to do? I suggest you write a prompt story about it to get rid of the bad vibes. PT #265 Write a story that begins with a phone call at three in the morning. PT # 266 Tell a story in the form of a prayer.   Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specif
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Anthologies

Future Anthology Blogs

I have some exciting plans for the anthology blog this year, including a series of writing tips.  I'd like to get an idea of what else authors/readers would like to see here in the Thursday anthology blog.  Please comment or message me about any topics you would like to see addressed, and I will do my best to accommodate.  Also let me know if you like the anthology rewinds, where past anthologies are re-featured.  It's not too early to get started writing for our Poetry Anthology - Diversity or
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Genre Deep Dives

Literary Fiction Deep Dive 5

Top 1 Most Read Literary Fiction - Bildungsroman A coming-of-age story that focuses on the psychological and moral growth of its main character from youth to adulthood. "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger is a classic example. Milo by Talo Segura Complete Top 10 Most Read Literary Fiction - Contemporary Literary Exploration of the human condition in modern times.  Kept Boy to Made Man by empath In Process Those Left Behind by Robert Hugill In P
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Signature Feature

January Signature Author Feature: Shared Blankets by Comicality

Who doesn't love snuggling under the blankets with someone? Whether it's hot or cold where you are, I think we could all use a little... moment. Check out how Comicality shared these characters enjoying their time during the 2020 Anthology themed "The Storm".  Length: 8,264 Description: Max is currently at home alone during the big snow storm of 2011, Chicago's 'Snowpocalypse'! But his friend, Cedric lives just across the courtyard in the same apartment complex! What will they do
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