by KariAnn | Jan 2, 2015 | inspiration, philosophy, Super Happy Write Time, writing
We’re all singing the song of doing these days. We have things we’ll do better, stop doing, things we do that we’ll improve upon. We’ve cleaned out houses and minds and are ready for the days ahead. Fresh attitude. Fresh outlook. Fresh To Do...
by KariAnn | Sep 12, 2014 | books, short story, Super Happy Write Time, writing
This month I wrote three short stories. I continue to edit Olivia’s Realm, but my goal is to have these three new short stories edited and out the door by the end of the month. But why? Partly because I was approached to write one of the stories. Partly because I have...
by KariAnn | Feb 12, 2014 | SciFi, Super Happy Write Time, writing
Not every phrase and protected utterance makes it into a manuscript. My current work in progress is no exception. To date I have written 98,743 words on this piece, not including the character sketches, plotting and research in my spiral notebook. Of this nearly 100K...
by KariAnn | Oct 9, 2013 | 444 Project, SciFi, short story, Super Happy Write Time, writing
Ever wondered how writers get their ideas? There are so many genres to read, and so many writers hopping from one style or form to another, but where do their ideas originate? I had the opportunity to join a group of writes merging their ideas. Without talking to one...
by KariAnn | Mar 23, 2013 | books, publishing, Super Happy Write Time, writing
Trends are everywhere. We see them in architecture, government, obviously in clothing. Ever wear jean jackets with a pair of jeans? Or maybe daisy dukes? Trends are why my hair had the big ’80s wave and the Jennifer Anniston. I’m an avid Tumblr reader and...
by KariAnn | Feb 25, 2013 | Dedicated Research Time, publishing, SciFi, short story, Steampunk, Super Happy Write Time, writing
Over the years, many authors have told me how to write…well, via the internet. These lists usually start with simple words that create headaches and require a brief explanation Write. Easy enough. You have a story in you, the only way to write that story is to...