Tag Archives: wonders large and small

Elders of Fiction: A Love Letter from #BookFest

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Joyce

Dear Elders of Fiction, I hope you don’t mind me calling you that. It’s just that I’m still a baby, really, and you have been writing for a long time. I just wanted to say how much I like listening … Continue reading →

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Ray Bradbury dies at 91

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Joyce

Ray Bradbury died last night, here in California. We live remarkably close to one another and because of this, I had the opportunity to hear him speak in person on two occasions. This was a couple years ago. I remember … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own Miracles

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Joyce

Sometimes it is possible, and necessary, to be your own divine intervention. Continue reading →

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The Best Thing Ever

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Joyce

For a pet without a home, the best thing ever is the person who chooses to adopt them. This is the concept behind The Shelter Pet Project. A joint effort by The Humane Society, Maddie’s Fund, and the Ad Council, … Continue reading →

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The Best Thing Ever

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Joyce

For a pet without a home, the best thing ever is the person who chooses to adopt them. This is the concept behind The Shelter Pet Project. A joint effort by The Humane Society, Maddie’s Fund, and the Ad Council, … Continue reading →

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JH @ 26k words and a light in the sky

Posted on November 6, 2010 by Joyce

Yep, JH is already up to 26,134 words–keeping in mind that this is not my NaNo word count (see graphic at right; support your local NaNo Rebel!), but the cumulative word count for the novel. I’ve been plotting in little … Continue reading →

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One Year of Small Wonders

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Joyce

(Er, I’m actually a bit late–the anniversary was the second, but I, well, forgot. Thought I had a few more days into the month than that.) So, Small Wonders is one year old. I’m not sure what to think. On … Continue reading →

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Comic-Con => Zombie!Joyce

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Joyce

Five days, way too many lines, and one lost bracelet (dammit!) later and I’m home from San Diego Comic-Con 2010. Even after twelve hours of sleep last night, I’m still reeling, unsure if I had a good time and why. … Continue reading →

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Merciful Hell, It’s Done

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Joyce

The first draft of the finale to House of Cats is officially finished and awaiting editing. Oh, my god, what have I done? What have I created? This project has developed sentience. The text files alone have threatened to secede from my … Continue reading →

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Updates and a friendly warning

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Joyce

First, the warning, which may superficially look like running away with my tail between my legs. But it’s not. Please don’t be confused. If in doubt, consult a trained professional. The warning is that June’s working review may not be … Continue reading →

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