Monthly Archives: May 2018

The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Lida Bushloper

A few days ago, I attended an awards ceremony for a poetry competition. This was at a very small, private organization and the competition was in-house only. But from the beaming pride on the faces of the winner and two runner’s … Continue reading →

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Accepted! Published!

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Lida Bushloper

I’m thrilled to report that my story “The Wannabe” will be included along with 22 others in the newest Guppy anthology. Something Fishy will be out towards the end of the year. The Guppies (a sub chapter of Sisters In Crime) create and … Continue reading →

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Weeding

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Lida Bushloper

To most people, I don’t look like a hoarder. And I’m not, in general. But when it comes to my writing, well, yes, yes I am. In trying to pare down, I’ve found that my writing related hoarding boils down … Continue reading →

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Off-Topic

Posted on May 4, 2018 by Lida Bushloper

This post is not about writing, reading or publishing. At least not directly. But as a writer, I’m constantly looking for ways to be more efficient, especially with my keyboard and other electronics. And so I’m recommending the book Pogue’s Basics, by David Pogue. … Continue reading →