Measuring the Marigolds – Mother’s Day Poem by Debra Sherman

Mother’s Day marks the planting of marigolds, a tradition started so long ago. I can still see you at the front sidewalk, planting them neatly, all in a row. You’ll care for these plants all summer long, making sure they have all that they need. Caring for them, nurturing them, so they can be the … Continue reading Measuring the Marigolds – Mother’s Day Poem by Debra Sherman

Soul Speak – Poem by Debra Sherman

He seemed to me familiar, even though at first unknown. Quite common on the surface, not quite lonely, yet alone. I felt a forceful stirring, yet I didn’t know just why. I liked him, yes, but didn’t have a clue, “this was the guy.” He waited very patiently, hoping to catch my eye. I turned … Continue reading Soul Speak – Poem by Debra Sherman

Crayons – Short Story by Mike Miller

I go to many garage sales, and no, they are not selling garages. I went to one last summer, 93o in the shade. Water $1, Pepsi $1.50, the sign read. The water was tempting. On my way to buy a bottle, I spotted a familiar box; we’ve all seen them, green and yellow stripes, angular … Continue reading Crayons – Short Story by Mike Miller

Passed the Bar Exam – Short Story by Mike Miller

Law school – not his idea, his father’s, a prominent (at least in his own mind) attorney, with the bucks and the clout to get his son admitted to the prestigious law school. So, six years in, that in itself should be an indicator, he applied for and took the bar exam. Failed. Couldn’t have … Continue reading Passed the Bar Exam – Short Story by Mike Miller

I’m Bleeding – Short Story by Mike Miller

It was just a small scrape. That’s my story, and I’m sticking to it. This business about going to the hospital, getting stitches, tetanus shot, and on and on, is just a nuisance, Overkill. I’m fine. I know what happened. I stuck a bandage on it. It’s just a scrape on my arm. It’s happened … Continue reading I’m Bleeding – Short Story by Mike Miller

Same Day – Short Story By Debra Sherman

After a months-long battle with daily, chronic fatigue, for some reason I awake today with unlimited energy.  I let the dog out, put a scoop of food in her dish, feed the cats and start the coffee pot.  I pee while the dog’s outside, then boot up my computer – let the dog back in, … Continue reading Same Day – Short Story By Debra Sherman

Book Review – In Our Words Anthology 2016

After our meeting Monday night, I started reading the first story, “In Conclusion” by Rose Batt. This author knows how to get into your mind! I put the book on the shelf for about two days.  On Wednesday, I read the second story of only five short pages.  At first I thought I was reading … Continue reading Book Review – In Our Words Anthology 2016

What Do Writers Blog About – Ideas for Blogging Topics

For many writers, writing the book is the easy part.  Writing is something we love and are passionate about, and watching a story unfold on the page before our very eyes is beyond thrilling.  But it?s the stuff you have to write after??the dreaded synopsis, a perfectly-worded, not-too-long, not-too-short query letter, the nearly impossible back-of-the-book … Continue reading What Do Writers Blog About – Ideas for Blogging Topics

Kathleen Kifer’s Book Reviewed in the Niagara Falls Reporter!

Kathleen Kifer’s new romance novel, Tessa – Portrait of a Survivor, received a fantastic review in the Niagara Falls Reporter on January 26, 2017. Check it Out Here!   Congratulations, Kathy! For More About Kathy Kifer, CLICK HERE