Category: Getting the Word Out

“Inclement Weather” published in The Storyteller Magazine

My short story, “Inclement Weather”, is now appearing in the current issue of The Storyteller: A Writer’s Magazine.  What a thrill! This story came out of a unique writing opportunity and a great book of writing prompts.  Several years ago when I was a teaching assistant working at an elementary school, I had two months … Continue reading “Inclement Weather” published in The Storyteller Magazine →

Calgary Flood

For the last few weeks, many of my writing, posting and other activities have taken a back seat to the news and activities surrounding the flooding here in Calgary and nearby cities and First Nations.  Our neighborhood was evacuated for several days and since we’ve returned (all safe), I’ve been listening to other people’s stories, … Continue reading Calgary Flood →

Children’s Book Week 2013

Don’t miss out on the 94th Children’s Book Week in the U.S., running from May 13 – 19. Organized by Every Child a Reader, Children's Book Week began in in the United States in 1919 and is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. Every year, events are held at schools, libraries, bookstores, homes … Continue reading Children’s Book Week 2013 →

The Liebster Award

...inspiration to and from cyber friends. Happily Writing has been nominated for the Liebster Award!  What a lovely idea to pass along blogging affection in the blogosphere with an award that means “dearest” in German (my heritage!). This kindness was done by a dear cyber-friend in my writing group, Violet Nesdoly, who I feel I … Continue reading The Liebster Award →

Highlights for Children has a Blog!

When I enter Highlights for Children’s contests, I usually try to read the stories that won their previous contests.  That helps me zero in on what they are looking for. So, yesterday I browsed around the Calgary Public Library’s eLibrary, looking for the winning entries of Highlights’ previous contests.  The eLibrary includes MasterFILE Premiere, an … Continue reading Highlights for Children has a Blog! →

I Am on the Most Wanted List

My name is Mary . I have held people at gun-point, staged bank robberies and organized a prison break. I am highly skilled with a .357 Magnum and an expert safecracker. I have been the target of a mafia contract, faced thirty-five charges in four states plus eleven federal indictments, and am on the Most … Continue reading I Am on the Most Wanted List →

There is Much More to this Shakespeare than Culture

Ah, it's finally summertime! You're making plans to go camping on a lake, watch the sunset on the beach, hike to a mountain vista, or perhaps…stay in for a night in the city? Sure, why not? It’s Shakespeare-in-the-Park-Time, and I’m so excited! Aside from hiking, the summer treat that thrills me the most is Calgary’s … Continue reading There is Much More to this Shakespeare than Culture →