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VANESSA SHIELDS

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Category: On Writing

On Writing

NaNo Nov 8

November 8, 2023 Vanessa Shields3 Comments

The Clackety-Keyboard is an essential writing tool for my NaNo wrimo journey. I love the sound, the depth of the keys, the push my fingertips have to do...the sound! Today's word count. Lower than yesterday and the day before, but it was an emotional write. And I'm in the third act of my mega outline..with… Continue reading NaNo Nov 8

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NaNo – Day 6

November 6, 2023 Vanessa Shields3 Comments

TOTAL WORDS WRITTEN TODAY! THE WRITING DESK TODAY - SUEDE PRODUCTIONS WRITING STATS SO FAR - WITH CHRISTMAS IN PARIS TEA WORKING TITLE & FOR-FUN COVER REVEAL! WRITE WITH ME!

On Writing

Samhain & NaNo & Love

November 4, 2023 Vanessa Shields2 Comments

We are in the bosom of autumn! I think this is one of the most beautiful season changes I've seen! The leaves and their fiery bursts of colour are stunning to witness! The air smells like change and earth and leaf love. I am definitely sweater-ready, cozy-motivated and sipping more and more cups of hot… Continue reading Samhain & NaNo & Love

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LITERARY SHOULDERS

October 23, 2023 Vanessa Shields2 Comments

Hello friends! What an exciting week it's gonne be! There are some fine literary and cinematic events happening around town. I hope to see you out and about! Poetry at the Manor Poetry at the Manor is in its 11th season! The event takes place at Willistead Manor *THIS WEDNESDAY*. No need to get any… Continue reading LITERARY SHOULDERS

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