Monthly Archives: February 2014

Despite It All, I’m Still Loving the Snow

Posted on February 23, 2014 by terriponce

I know Mother Nature has had her laughs lately, but I’m one of those folks lovin’ it. I know, call me crazy, but I adore the winter and the snow even more so. To me, there’s something comforting about a … Continue reading →

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Months Later, and Breaking Bad STILL Haunts Me

Posted on February 16, 2014 by terriponce

Yep. I’m a self-professed Breaking Bad-aholic. I’m not a fanatical fan by any means. But I’ve developed a very healthy appreciation for some of the BEST writing around. It’s been almost two months since I finished watching the series (courtesy … Continue reading →

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When Your Editor Says Your Book Sucks (part 2) — the real eye opener

Posted on February 6, 2014 by terriponce

Last week I talked about how my beta reader/editor pretty much said my latest book sucked. Since then, I was inundated (INUNDATED!) with commiserations, kind advice, and loads of requests for an update on what’s happened since. So here’s the … Continue reading →

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When Your Beta Reader/Editor Says Your Book Sucks (aka, lessons learned)

Posted on February 1, 2014 by terriponce

I sent my third book (not the third book I’ve ever written, but the third book I’m looking to publish) to my best friend and beta reader about two weeks ago. Last week, she asked me, “How brutal can I … Continue reading →

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