Author Archives: Annie Neugebauer
How to Give Critique (with poise)
Originally posted on September 10, 2010 at 3:18 PM This is a sister post to my blog, How to Accept Critique (with poise). This is not a blog about the mechanics of what to watch out for (characterization, dialogue, adverb … Continue reading
Leaving a Mark
Originally posted on September 13, 2010 at 2:23 PM What is it about history that makes us want to leave our mark? When we were in Colorado, we stopped at a really neat historical ghost town that had lots of … Continue reading
Dear Home Depot,
Originally posted on September 7, 2010 at 4:00 PM I love your store. I have a nickname for your store. (The Home Pot—inspired by a sign with burned-out letters.) With the vast quantity of home improvement and craft projects I … Continue reading
Lammas
Originally posted on August 25, 2010 at 4:30 PM Just for funsies, I recently took this quiz, “Where Are You On The Road to Publication?” by Randy Ingermanson. You answer some questions and then he gives you a grade: freshman, … Continue reading
the down-low on the nose-blow (the issues with the tissues)
Originally posted on August 6, 2010 at 2:15 AM Every opinion I’ve ever had about tissues. Why? Because I can. Whether you call them the generic “tissues,” the British “paper handkerchiefs,” or apply the brand name “Kleenex” to all forms … Continue reading




