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The Writer

Prologue

In the mood for love? • These items will help you show off your love for romance writing.

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2023 SPRING BOOK PREVIEW

Broadening the Bookshelves • Getting to know literature from Arctic and Sub-Arctic Native Americans

Talk to the Practitioner: Abigail Chabitnoy

Fall in love with writing again • Six ways to rekindle the flame.

HOW I (FINALLY) QUIT MY DAY JOB TO BE A FULL-TIME WRITER

THE MAGIC of PARANORMAL ROMANCE • A perfect blend of magic and love.

Writing prompts for all your SENSES • By most accounts, there are more than five senses. Some experts say there are seven, some as many as 20. But narrowing in on at least the five classical senses can lend a much-needed “sense” of detail to your writing. Here are five prompts for each of those five classic senses.

Postscript • Writing conferences are packed with panel discussions, keynote speeches, and workshops to help hone your writing. Many workshops are now presented virtually, meaning you can attend those close to home or far away.

Gigi Will Know • Let your big, beautiful brain come up with lots of possibilities and see where that leads your writerly process.