tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78851300705856227702024-02-20T12:37:44.549-08:00Writing Tips from Carole JoWelcome to Writing Tips from Carole Jo. I will share my successes and failures, what I have learned and what I have yet to learn. All you have to do is to sit back, relax and enjoy updates on my inspirations and upcoming books.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-90248812406070912312021-09-08T14:30:00.000-07:002021-09-08T14:30:11.624-07:00WRITING EXERCISE FOR THIS WEEK<p> Find a picture that has two or more people in it. Study the picture and write a short story using a plot of your choice. Create the characters with the photo people in mind.</p><p>HAPPY WRITING! </p>Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-69185013758317806412021-09-08T11:28:00.001-07:002021-09-08T11:29:30.283-07:00CHALLENGING WRITING PROMPT<p> Have someone give you four unrelated words and then create a story with those four words in the story.</p><p>Happy Writing!</p>Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-15844217188264969792021-09-01T14:14:00.003-07:002021-09-01T14:14:57.132-07:00WRITING PROMPT<p> Write a short story from a bird's point of view on the world around it.</p><p>Happy Writing</p>Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-18754935281828219792021-08-29T09:56:00.002-07:002021-08-29T09:56:51.095-07:00Challenge<p> Challenge yourself today. Write at least 500 words on any topic. Can't think of anything? Google <i>Writing Prompts</i> and choose one. You will be glad that you did. Happy writing!</p>Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-43504273206885145662021-08-28T15:10:00.005-07:002021-08-29T09:53:00.517-07:00Live Large<p> Live in the present. Look forward to the future.</p>Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-30922037679653335892021-08-28T14:16:00.000-07:002021-08-28T14:16:09.050-07:00<p> Hi Everyone,</p><p>I am excited to announce that have a new manuscript in the works. The story, targeted for young adults, centers around a teen who gets a second chance on life. Although the story has Christian undertones, it is by no means preachy. Now a days, when hope often seems beyond our reach, and, because of the pandemic keeping us from from family and friends, I felt an uplifting story, filled with excitement, hope, and promises is what we all need. If you believe that everyone deserves a second chance, that life is precious, and good wins over evil, you will enjoy this story.</p>Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-37635520577776742482010-09-30T16:18:00.001-07:002010-09-30T16:18:14.117-07:00School PresentationI will be at Cottage Grove Elementary School October 5 for an author visit. I will talk about the writing process and getting published. I will also read the first chapter from my first book, "Moonlight Dare".Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-41651206279975602952009-08-16T19:41:00.000-07:002009-08-16T19:43:34.151-07:00Book SigningMy book signing at Barnes and Noble yesterday afternoon was a huge success! I had a wonderful day.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-6409659637534830942009-08-14T09:50:00.000-07:002009-08-14T09:54:25.746-07:00Excited About TomorrowTomorrow afternoon, August 15, I will be at Barnes and Noble in Schumburg for a book signing. I just received a phone call from a friend and she said the store has a big poster up in the window announcing my book signing. How cool is that?Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-46462683616527002862009-08-10T10:25:00.000-07:002009-08-10T10:28:56.658-07:00Beautiful Handmade CardsLooking for ideas on beautiful handmade cards? Go to my daughter's blog and feast your eyes on wonderful craftsmanship, creativity and sensitivity. <a href="http://karensdandypatch.blogspot.com/">http://karensdandypatch.blogspot.com</a><br /><br />Trust me, you won't be sorry you did.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-29997209289951836062009-08-09T15:51:00.000-07:002009-08-09T15:53:31.798-07:00MY JUICES ARE FLOWINGHad an inspiration today for a new story. This one is non-fiction. Can't say much more than that at this time. Will let you know how it's going.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-16940213416484620222009-08-08T09:07:00.000-07:002009-08-08T09:14:52.898-07:00Lookin' For a Great Romance Story?My Romance Novel, "A Long Journey Back" is a wonderful story with heart and purpose. Cuddle in your favorite chair with this heartwarming story about love and committment in these troubled times.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-81727113882374645132009-08-07T05:35:00.000-07:002009-08-07T06:03:34.592-07:00Book Signing<p>August 15</p><p>I will be at the Barnes and Noble bookstore in Schumburg, Il. from 1:00 to 3:00pm. talking about my new romance book, <em>A Long Journey Back.</em></p><br />I will also give a brief talk on my children's books, <em>Moonlight Dare, Secrets Inside Bington Manor, In the Shadows of Bington Manor and Suddenly Alone: A Family Adventure.</em><br /><em></em><br />Need to know more?<br />Visit my website at www. PublishedAuthors.net/carolemadrzakCarole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-73527904108099057462009-08-04T08:13:00.000-07:002009-08-04T08:20:21.134-07:00School PresentationsHello,<br />A quick reminder to everyone. I am available for school presentations on the writing process. I do not charge the schools for my services. If you are interested, let me know as soon as possible.<br /><br />Also: Anyone know of a book club that wants a guest speaker? I spoke at the Red Hat Club last year. I would enjoy doing another presentation if anyone is a club member or knows of someone who is, please pass the information to them.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-78843799715266618422009-08-02T14:59:00.000-07:002009-08-02T15:01:28.759-07:00Thanks to my daughterMy daughter made this blog for me. I am so excited. Look for my post about the exciting adventures I am having in the writing world.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7885130070585622770.post-38117211309685996142009-08-02T14:25:00.000-07:002009-08-02T14:27:42.439-07:00Woo Hoo! I am here!Hello, I am Karen Lynn, Carole Jo's wonderful, awesome, sweet, kind, and beautiful daughter. I am setting up Mom's blog. Please give Mom a lift by becoming a member.<br />I hope you enjoy all that Mom has to post.Carole Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16551733072273395999noreply@blogger.com0