Writers can end up being a solitary lot--even in the midst of raising a family and holding a "day job." For those of us who write full-time and spend endless hours huddled over a computer in an office, that can definitely be true.
So, when an annual writer's conference like Novelists Inc. comes along, it's a joy to see so many other writers, exchange the latest industry information, and attend wonderful workshops.
As always, I attended in late September, at the Tradewinds Resort on St. Pete's Beach in Florida. This is a sunset along the beach. 💕
Even traveling back and forth from the Upper Midwest was so much fun, just having that extended time to talk with a friend who is also a writer.
I always take intensive notes at this conference and type them up at home. I ended up with 61 typed pages this year! Listening, taking notes, and then transcribing them helps me process all of that information, because I'm not an auditory learner.
Without the tactile process of writing and then typing notes, the information flits away like butterflies. 😁 What type of learner are you?
One more photo from the conference: do you recognize any of these writers?
Do you have a regular event or trip that you love taking year after year? I'd love to hear about it!
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Wishing you all my best for a beautiful autumn!
Roxanne Rustand
no fav place
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DeleteNope no favorite place. cheetahthecat1982ATgmailDOTcom
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DeleteI enjoy going to new places!
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DeleteWhen I was a girl I always looked forward to the big family reunion in Kentucky. There were always over 100 people. No special place nowadays. ceedee1958@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteWhat happy memories you must have!
DeleteI used to have a place that is family oriented and lots to do too but with Mom immobile now and me as a caregiver I can't anymore
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You are a wonderful daughter to be providing her with loving care. She is blessed.
DeleteNo favorite place. I am a take notes and rewrite them learner. jenningsask@verizon.net
ReplyDeleteAs an annual event, we love going to photo conventions. As we are both amateur photographers, we love learning from the experts, learning new techniques, getting new ideas and seeing what's new equipment wise. We meet up with old friends, make new friends, have a good time and learn more about how to capture great photos.
ReplyDeleteOne thing we love on an every other year adventure is packing up cameras and suitcases and taking off to mark off items on our bucket list. An example, last year we went north going into Canada before turning west. Then we headed to Alaska (as an Army brat it was my almost home state) were we seen lots of critters (like bears catching and eating salmon) and landscapes. When we left there, we went down the west cost to see the redwood trees. I'd lived in CA as a child and never got to see them. Then it was over to Utah to see all the national parks. We had a trip planned to go there when Covid hit causing up to cancel. When we got home, we had travelled 8,500 miles marked on the car, but we had marked several items off the list with happy satisfaction. It usually takes a year to plan our 30 day trips. This year was our year to stay at home, enjoy the critters at home and to have the vegetable garden, which you can't have if you aren't home to tend to it. Where will be go next? Not sure, but we will decide and start planning soon. :)
Sadly, I'm not entering the contest. Can't wait for the opportunity to read DANGEROUS STORM, which is on my TBR list, but due to medical issues, I can only read paperbacks.
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What an amazing trip, at 8,500 miles! It must be fun to go on such long and fun adventures.
DeleteThis past year Amazon changed it policies regarding paperbacks, which makes it hard for readers. If an author publishes a paperback, they don't receive a penny if the book is priced less than $9.00. That seems like highway robbery to me. It doesn't seem fair to readers, and I wouldn't expect anyone to pay that much. What do you think?
As an alternative, I've been considering putting two books together in book bundles, so then it would be a better deal for readers at TWO books for $9.00. What do you think?
My favorite trip was to Niagara Falls on the Canadian side. My daughter and I stayed at Embassy Suites Tower. They are the only hotel with windows that open. We were way up and fell asleep to that beautiful sound.. Planning to go back May 2026. Thanks for asking and refreshing my memory. noregretsdj@aol.com
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! We were there four years ago. I loved that quaint little town nearby. But I would have much preferred staying at the same hotel as you did!
DeleteI love reading about author's lives and especially conventions or conferences. I am so excited to read Dangerous December. I really love the cover. He's so handsome and he has a dog? jozywails@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteThank you, Audrey! I'm guessing you love dogs, too. :)
DeleteWe always have two, plus the occasional visiting granddog, three retired horses, and a flock of barn cats. I love animals, so they have appeared in all but one of my forty books thus far!
I would like to visit the pink sand of Bermuda.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds lovely, Heather!
DeleteI don’t think I have a favorite place as there is so much left to explore. I did visit one place a lot. That was because of favorite people. Spending time with heart sisters is my favorite place. The books are now on my never-shrinking TBR list. Becca12901 @ yahoo
ReplyDeleteI loved your sweet comment: "spending time with my heart sisters is my favorite place." What could be better? :)
DeleteAnd I can so relate to "my never shrinking TBR list" because I have one, too!
Portland,Oregon,to visit my son. chicowill57@aol.com
ReplyDeleteVisiting family is the best, isn't it? We traveled quite a lot pre-Covid. But now we've gotten a little older, and our destinations are always to see family. I treasure those times.
DeleteI think my favorite place right now please do not enter me in the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI wish I had a beach to visit but unfortunately I don't. I love staying home and reading a book.
ReplyDeleteI love that, too!
DeleteThis looks like a fantastic read. Thanks for sharing.
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DeleteI Love visiting Tennessee no entry as I only do print books Thank you for sharing Sarahbaby601973@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Tennessee, but I've heard that it is lovely!
DeleteTwo favorite places for vacation. Ocean Shores, WA is less than a day away and enjoyable year round. A fun place with many fun, interesting small towns, small museums, wildlife opportunities, fun activities, and more nearby. Various festivals and events happen throughout the year.
ReplyDeleteKauai, Hawaii is uncrowded, relaxing, fun, interesting. So many activities and attractions. So many different beaches. Welcoming atmosphere and people. Even peak summer was comfortable temperatures. Fell in love with it my first visit.
Ocean Shores sounds asolutely wonderful. I would love to visit there someday!
DeleteI like Kauai best of all the Hawaiian Islands, too. It is so very beautiful. On the other hand, I do love snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Are there good snorkeling sites on Kauai?
Love the cover of the book.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Patricia!
DeleteWe do not take a trip every year, but when we are able to travel, it is usually to the Orange Beach, Alabama area.
ReplyDeleteIn answer to your other question, I am like you and have to take notes. I even take notes during the sermon at church. It helps me stay focused and remember better.
We have friends who winter every year in southern Alabama. They love it there. Is Orange Beach very close to the Gulf? Geo
DeleteGood afternoon, I love going and staying in a cabin in New Mexico in the mountains. I enjoyed reading your post. (not entering this ebook giveaway as I am not tech savvy and dont read ebooks, but Thank you. Have a great weekend. Sincerely, Alicia Haney aliciabhaney(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy touring old plantations. I love visiting places that have waterfalls. Thanks so much for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy visiting New York City
ReplyDeleteMinnesota (my home state) and Branson, w/ family
ReplyDeletethere is no place like home for me
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you were able to go and had a safe trip. It sounds like a beautiful location as well as so much rich information. Thank you for the opportunity. God bless you. dpruss@prodigy.net
ReplyDeleteAcadia National Park--it is just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite place to visit is my hometown in southern CA because that's where my family lives.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy ICE, a show with ice sculptures. debby236 at hotmail dot com
ReplyDeleteAn annual trip to the beach suits me!
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We love to go to the beach we have a friend who has a beach house in Virginia, and we usually travel down in the late fall to spend a weekend.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cover! I love visiting Carmel-by-the-Sea! It's the place to relax and rejuvenate for me :)
ReplyDeleteWe visit Florida when we can to visit one of my granddaughters.
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