My poem 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' has won a Judge's Choice Award for the Sparkle & Shine Contest (The Ontario Poetry Society)! It will be among other poetry in the Sparkle & Shine Anthology! I wrote this poem for Miller. This goofy, delicious gal here. (The mess is hers too. She's excellent at making messes.)… Continue reading Award! Award! Judge’s Choice!
Pelee Island – Writing, Reading & Living Poetry
This was what I saw if I stood at the front of The Gathering Place, the bed & breakfast I stayed at on Pelee Island the weekend of August 10th. Owned and operated by the gracious and lovely Miss Liz (who inspired me to start wearing a sassy scarf again), The Gathering Place was the… Continue reading Pelee Island – Writing, Reading & Living Poetry
Applying for Writing Grants – A Shields Guide!
I've had many folks request that I write a post about applying for literary grants. In my writing career, I've applied to many. What I can offer you is a list of steps that I take to research, write, send and receive grants. Take note that granting bodies typically have 'how-to' information on their sites… Continue reading Applying for Writing Grants – A Shields Guide!
VANESSA SHIELDS 