Monthly Archives: May 2011

Start A Writer’s Support Group

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Charlotte Digregorio

Whether you are new in town, new to writing, or an experienced writer, you may want to start a support group that will give you ideas and critique your work. It’s not difficult to start a group, and you may … Continue reading →

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“Renaissance Writer” Pursues His Dream

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Charlotte Digregorio

John J. Dunphy is a writer I appreciate since he is both a non-fiction author and poet, just like me. And, John believes writing is “the good life,” just as I do. I’d call John a “Renaissance Writer,” since his … Continue reading →

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Write an Effective Press Release

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Charlotte Digregorio

For much of my adult life, I’ve worked as a journalist and publicist. You can earn a good income as a publicist or you can volunteer as one for a non-profit organization to gain experience for a paying job. Writing … Continue reading →

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Write Something Humorous, Publishable in Three Lines

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Charlotte Digregorio

You can write “senryu,” a poem that is humorous in three lines. Some people pronounce it “sen-roo,” while others pronounce it “sen-ree-yoo.” It is actually a haiku that tells us a lot about human nature or human weaknesses. It is … Continue reading →

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A True Learning Experience in Haiku Offered

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Charlotte Digregorio

For all of you who couldn’t make it, this is a recap of Haikufest in Evanston, IL, and the wealth of information that participants received: Haikufest 2011 in Evanston, IL at the Evanston Public Library, drew 50 people from five … Continue reading →

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Haikuists and Friends: Check Out A Haiku Contest/Benefit

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Charlotte Digregorio

This just reached me from William Sorlien of Minnesota. His blog is: haikubanditsociety.blogspot.com It sounds like it’s worth checking out! Kukai means haiku contest. Also check out another haiku blog, http://www.haikuproject.wordpress.com As a blogger inspired initiative to honor the spirit … Continue reading →

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