By @RWhiteAuthor Today’s #NaPoWriMo prompt asked poets to explore the taste of something—through texture, sound, and emotion. Inspired by the spice that stirs both comfort and memory, “Cinnamon” captures the burn behind nostalgia and the golden weight of something half-remembered but wholly felt. Row Column …
Read MoreWe Played Terribly
By @RWhiteAuthor Day 5 of NaPoWriMo prompt is inspired by musical notation, and particularly those little italicized –and often Italian – instructions you’ll find over the staves in sheet music, like con allegro or andante. First, pick a notation from the first column below. Then, pick …
Read MoreWhy I Am Not a Painter
By @RWhiteAuthor Day 3 Prompt: The American poet Frank O’Hara was an art critic and friend to numerous painters and poets In New York City in the 1950s and 60s. His poems feature a breezy, funny, conversational style. His poem “Why I Am Not a Painter” is …
Read MoreMarch of the Writers – Day 31: To Be Continued…
By @RWhiteAuthor As March comes to a close, so does this incredible journey through March of the Writers. For 31 days, we’ve explored our passions, reflected on our inspirations, shared our challenges, and celebrated our writing lives. Each day has been a new opportunity to …
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 27: Secret Identity
By day, I save lives as an EMT. By night, I weave tales of shadow and intrigue. Two worlds, one soul—living the ultimate double life.
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 26: Writer Fuel Pt. 2 – Influences
rom poetry to thrillers to supernatural suspense—my writing journey has been fueled by incredible influences. What has inspired you?
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 25: Beyond the Comfort Zone – Writing in New Forms
Poetry is my foundation, but fiction challenges me. That’s why I went back to school—to learn, to push myself. Writing in new forms is a journey worth taking.
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 24 – Writer’s Beware
Vanity presses prey on indie authors with false promises. Stay sharp, do your research, and never pay to be published! Knowledge is your best defense.
Read MoreMarch of the Writers – Day 22: Competitive Drive
Some warriors fight with swords; I choose words. But my battlefield isn’t a competition—it’s the blank page, the realm of infinite possibility.
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 21 – We go together!
“The writing community isn’t just a group of people—it’s a full-fledged saga of mystery, fantasy, and plot twists. From noir detectives of the indie world to fantasy wordsmiths weaving spells in ink, I’ve met incredible minds who have shaped my journey. Whether it’s late-night conspiracies about the publishing industry, unforgettable meetups, or unexpected plot twists in friendships, this adventure is one for the books. Who will be the next character to join the story?”
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