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Website Wonders: Twitter: ShanAshleeT23

So I know my twitter isn't a website wonder, (because that would be egotistical of me), but I thought I'd give everyone my link today. I tweet writing quotes, writing tips, and about my own writing adventures. My twitter is also attached to my blog, so it's an easy way to see my updates. So… Continue reading Website Wonders: Twitter: ShanAshleeT23

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Shannon Summary: Publishing

I have exciting news! I had the wonderful opportunity to share a great semester with talented poets, and our collection, "Poems: a collection of works by twelve young Kansas poets" was privately published at the end of our semester. It was also dedicated to my roommate, Kristine Andersen, who passed away October 7, 2012. This… Continue reading Shannon Summary: Publishing

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Relax & Read: Dreamland

As many of you know, I live in Kansas, so I've gotten a few emails asking my opinion on the situation with Jovan Belcher. For those of you who did not see this in the news, Chief's player, Jovan Belcher, committed murder-suicide against his girlfriend, leaving his 3-month-old daughter. Read more about it here. However, like… Continue reading Relax & Read: Dreamland

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Website Wonders: Berkeley Lunch Poems (YouTube Series)

My poetry professor actually showed me this series on YouTube, and I thought I would share it with you all. If you like poetry, this is fantastic, because you can listen to famous poets talk about their works while also reading their pieces aloud--for free. I found a couple I really enjoyed, which are below,… Continue reading Website Wonders: Berkeley Lunch Poems (YouTube Series)

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Music Muse: My December

I haven't mentioned music which inspires my writing in a while, so I thought this song, considering December's arrival, would be a great one to mention. "My December" by Linkin Park is a lovely and mellow song, unlike some of their rocker songs. I love this song. I used to love it so much, I… Continue reading Music Muse: My December

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Movie Mention: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2

So last week I went out to this YA movie--I am not huge on bashing authors, so I will not give an opinion on the Twilight debate--but I have to admit how much I enjoyed this movie.  I have read all of the books, so I know the original ending and the alternate ending. Breaking… Continue reading Movie Mention: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2

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Website Wonders: I Write Like

So I was randomly searching the web when I found this website: I Write Like. Basically, click on the link, and you can paste any kind of text that you have written into the box. After that, click analyze, and it shows what famous writer you write like. I pasted in the most current novel… Continue reading Website Wonders: I Write Like

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Movie Mention: Lawless

I saw this bootlegging gang movie when it came out in theaters, so I'm very excited the DVD is released today! Living during the Depression, the three Bondurant brothers run Franklin County, Virginia with their illegal alcohol sales. But when corrupt eyes fall on their successful money, Forrest, Howard, and Jack must rely on one… Continue reading Movie Mention: Lawless

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Inspiration

So this Sunday, I checked my favorite site Postsecret.com (read what I said about it here), and I found this little gem: I think this is FANTASTIC, because it gives me the chance to ask you this question: Are there any novels, poems, or plays which make you feel closer to someone in or out… Continue reading Inspiration

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TV Time: Alaska Marshals

Hey all! I've been enjoying the family time at home recently, but I thought I would share some cool information with you. During my family reunion (not the ENTIRE family, but more than I normally get to see), I saw family from Pennsylvania and Alaska. We caught up, ate a lot of food, and, most… Continue reading TV Time: Alaska Marshals