Julie Musil’s writing blog is a lovely mix of writing craft, personal examples, and creative ideas, all with Julie’s lovely personality shining through. I smile every time I visit her site—and usually learn something as well. But be warned: reading it may give you a craving to purchase writing books by the wonderful James Scott Bell, from which she draws frequent examples.
If you haven’t discovered Julie’s blog, what are you waiting for? Go! Here’s a sample from last week:
4 Ways to Recycle Dusty Manuscripts
You’d think I would suggest using dusty old manuscripts as doorstops or paperweights, but no. There just may be a happier resting place for an unpublished piece of work. Here are four suggestions:
- Unpublished picture books–Consider cleaning them up and sending them to markets like Stories for Children,Knowonder!, or My Light Magazine. These e-zines are free, and you’d get paid little or nothing, but kids could enjoy your stories!
- Unpublished nonfiction–If it’s short nonfiction for kids, like a nonfiction picture book, consider updating the data and sending it to Imagination Cafe or the educational market, Viatouch. Again, you wouldn’t get paid, but this is such a great way to practice writing and earn publishing credits. And you’d be helping kids in the process. If you write for adults, FundsforWriters is a great place to search for markets. [Click here to continue reading...]
Cheryl, you are SO sweet! Thanks so much for saying such lovely things and for highlighting my blog. I truly appreciate it!
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Hi Julie–My pleasure! Thanks for such a great blog, and for sharing the ups and downs of your writing journey. You’re so encouraging!
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I’m a big fan of Julie and her blog. So happy to see her here!
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Hi Theresa, nice to meet you! Glad to find a kindred spirit
Cheryl Reif recently posted..Blog of the Week: Julie Musil, Blogging Between Carpools
Julie’s blog rocks. I never leave a post of hers without renewed energy and inspiration. And YES, I did buy a JSB book because of her.
Love it! Me, too. And it’s just as good as she promised.
Thanks for the kind words about my blog, too. So glad to have you hanging out with me here
Cheryl Reif recently posted..Blog of the Week: Julie Musil, Blogging Between Carpools
Oh, and I’m a new follower, Cheryl. Lovin’ your blog.
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Thanks, Theresa & Leslie! And Leslie, you’re right about Cheryl’s blog. Awesome!
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(((Hugs))) You’re the best! Complimenting me when it’s supposed to be your party!!
***raises glass high in a toast to Julie*** (okay, it’s only a glass of diet Coke, but it’s the thought that counts, right?)
Cheryl Reif recently posted..Blog of the Week: Julie Musil, Blogging Between Carpools
Thanks, Cheryl, for introducing me to Julie’s blog. Great post!
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I was worried that everyone who reads my blog might already know of HER blog, so it’s great to hear that isn’t the case.
Cheryl Reifsnyder recently posted..Blog of the Week: Julie Musil, Blogging Between Carpools
I love Julie’s blog, great to see her featured here
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Hi Sarah. Thanks for stopping by! Julie’s an inspiration” isn’t she?
Cheryl Reifsnyder recently posted..Blog of the Week: Julie Musil, Blogging Between Carpools
I always enjoy Julie’s posts! Thanks for highlighting about her!
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Hi Nas, nice to meet you! Thanks for stopping by
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I visited Beth’s blog, and it was so nice to meet someone new in the blogosphere! And Sarah and Nas, it’s so great to “see” you again. Thanks for your kind words
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