Category Archives: writing

Wyrd House Update

Posted on March 3, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

I meant to have this chapter finished by last weekend, but there isn’t enough hours in the day! Maybe there would be if things didn’t gang up on me all at once. I have a cold, and two of my … Continue reading →

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The things a narrator doesn’t need to say

Posted on February 24, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

The things a narrator doesn't need to say. A very good bit of writing advice from the lovely Victoria Grefer.

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Gatlinburg

Posted on February 19, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

When I found out that my fiancé, Brian’s family was having a reunion at a time and place where we could both attend, I was both excited and terrified. I am not the most social creature, and other than Brian’s … Continue reading →

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5 Easy Ways To Make Your Blog More Interesting

Posted on February 17, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

Another great post from the wonderful Janine! 5 Easy Ways To Make Your Blog More Interesting.

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My short story, Descending, is in the cliffhanger contest

Posted on February 16, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

Hi all! My short cliffhanger, Descending, is in a contest. Please go- read- vote! You don’t have to vote for me, vote for the fic you like best. But if you don’t vote for me I will cry. The Cliffhanger … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Critique- Don’t be a Precious Princess

Posted on February 16, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

The wonderful thing about the internet is that anyone can write something and have it posted for all the world to see. This is also the horrible thing about the internet. People do. People write any old thing. And then … Continue reading →

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Das Krakenhaus Publishing looking for short stories

Posted on February 15, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

Das Krakenhaus Publishing is still on the lookout for short stories under 12k words in the genres of scientific romanticism (such as H. G. Wells and Jules Verne) and Steampunk. I believe they pay only a small stipend, but if … Continue reading →

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Wyrd House Update, Chapter Seven Posted!

Posted on February 10, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

My paranormal romance novel, Wyrd House, has been updated. Chapter seven is posted and you can find it here: Chapter Seven I apologize for the long wait. I’m hoping to post one chapter a week at least, but sometimes juggling … Continue reading →

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Ferret Haiku

Posted on February 10, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

In quiet darkness ferrets creep under blankets to nibble your toes Come morning I wake frown at my shivering feet socks have been stolen Not under the bed not behind the big dresser oh, where are my socks? Cute chubby … Continue reading →

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Would you read this book?

Posted on February 8, 2013 by JulianneQJohnson

I have a favor to ask. I’ve been working on the description for Ghost in the Park that goes into the query letters I have been sending to agents. Thanks to the good people over at Absolute Write’s Water Cooler, … Continue reading →

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