Tasha Clopton-Stubbs is one of the sweetest and coolest people I know. Her passion for journalism and education can be felt in her conversations and actions. I’m not just saying this because she’s my girl; I’m saying it because it is absolutely true. Tasha was selected for this interview for several reasons. First, she’s my…
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The Top 10 Reasons Authors Should Blog
As you can see, I have a thing for blogging. My article, The Top Ten Reasons Authors Should Blog, was posted on Build a Better Blog this week. A couple months ago, my story, 13 Reasons Why Writers Should Blog, was published on About Freelance Writing. Check them both out when you get a chance….
Chicago Literary Hall of Fame Cocktail Party and Silent Auction – 10/12/2011
ABC-TV news star Janet Davies will be hosting the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame Cocktail Party & Silent Auction on Oct. 12 in the penthouse of the historic Cliff Dwellers Club located on 200 S. Michigan Ave. Guests can enjoy spectacular views overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan while mingling with a cross-section of supporters…
Are All Writers Authors? Are All Authors Writers?
Obviously, I had too much free time to think of this. And I wanted to bring other people into my world of wandering thoughts. My thoughts: Many writers are authors, but not all authors are writers. Many writers have authored books as ghostwriters, but may not have books published under their own names. On the…
Marcie’s Inspirational Moment: Go Even If You Don’t Want to Go
I was invited to a colleague’s grand restaurant opening on yesterday. I really didn’t want to go, but I it’s always a blessing to see someone’s dream come true. Anyway, I started asking people if they roller skated. A few people said no, and one young lady chimed in and started telling me her skate…
Phenomenal Woman by Kenneth Worthington
Phenomenal woman Phenomenal woman where have you gone I’ve read the poems and heard the songs so where have you gone. Phenomenal woman back in the day, they sang about your grace. Your powerful mind and beautiful face, your strength and little waist Your undying love and you the mothers of a race, your sweet…
Explanation About Toastmasters Payment Policies
I wrote the editor a letter expressing my disappointment about not being paid despite everything I read about them being a paying market. She explained: “it would be more accurate to say we typically don’t pay for unsolicited manuscripts or those requiring a substantial amount of staff editing. It is true that we pay up to $450…
6 Personal Benefits of Writing
I love writing. I live, breathe and sleep writing. I realize that everyone doesn’t have the same feelings as me; yet, there is no getting away from it. Although it is not a basic need for survival like food, clothes and shelter, it will definitely make your life a little easier. Just a little. Still…
I’m Still Heart Broken About Troy Davis
I’m still heart broken about Troy Davis, the man that was executed last Wednesday, September 21, 2011, EVEN though seven of the nine witnesses recanted their stories and no weapon was found. I pretty much live blogged the entire Democracy Now taping of his final hours while watching Twitter streams. The support was overwhelming. What…
The Wonderful World of Websites – Toastmasters Magazine
I am pleased to share my newest published success, Wonderful World of Websites-Marcie Hill – Toastmasters Magazine, despite my disappointment of not getting paid. Click the link above and read when you get a chance. Good things do happen…in spite of…. Image: nitin360