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Hey #Readers! Just two weeks away! Sunday May 3rd come by my table at the #Lawrence #Kansas Free State Book Festival. Say “Hi" and buy a book or a pair of earrings or a book keychain. Enjoy the festival #books, #brew, #poetry, speakers, live #music, food trucks and more.

In my unending house remodeling project, I finally hung my planning board and hooks for my purses in my office. Neo had to check them out--They passed the sniff test! 😅 #writinglife #dogsofbluesky #home

Whether you observe the Easter holiday or not, no matter what you do today, I hope you have a day that makes you happy. Happy Easter! Image by Alicja from Pixabay

Is it time to make an #authorappearance? Or do a #reading? Need to know how to attract an audience? Need a refresher? Or share your best tips for reading your work aloud. writersinthestormblog.com/2026/04/how-... #writerslife #readings

Boy does this one hit the right notes! It's all on a sliding scale. The method of how you get the story out is for the writer. The story and its structure is for the reader. #writerslife #writing @writerunboxed.bsky.social @kelseyallagood.bsky.social

#writers who struggle to create a pace that make readers keep turning the page, here's some tools you can use. #how-to #writingtips lynettemburrows.com/develop-a-pa...

Your mindset may be what determines how creative you are. What's your mindset? lynettemburrows.com/use-the-righ...

Host, J. Alexander Greenwood, always hits me with a surprising but great question at least once during our chats. mgopod.com/f/lynette-m-...

"I violated history by telling the truth.” Angie Debo #OTD , January 30, in 1890, Angie Debo was born. She challenged the system to become a ground-breaking historian who wrote the truth about Native American history. Here's a bio by @lynettemburrows.bsky.social lynettemburrows.com/the-first-la...

LAST 3 DAYS. Read book one of the completed trilogy for Free.

Dr. Gladys West, the pioneering mathematician whose work laid the foundation for modern GPS technology, has died. She was 95.

Dancing like nobody is watching! #writinglife

Big news: My Soul to Keep is a Bestseller in the Free Dystopian Science Fiction store on Amazon. Pick up your FREE copy on Amazon, B&N, Kobo, & more. ETA: My Soul to Keep just jot the #1 bestseller in the Genetic Engineering list as well. Been sick with a head cold but feeling much better now!

#writers #booksky Book 3 of the Fellowship Dystopia is coming January 14th. Here's a little about lynettemburrows.com/my-journey-t...

Welp. Things did not go according to plan. A concussion, stitches, and broken bones later...I'm 80% recovered and on my way back.

#booksky lynettemburrows.com/sci-fi-and-f... If you like science fiction, fantasy and psychological thrillers...take a look at these first lines and find your next read.

#writers #bookmarketingtips writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/book...

#writingtips This tool is critical for understanding how action and reaction work together to make your story, your characters more believeable. Create Compelling Scenes with the MRU. lynettemburrows.com/create-compe...

Are you a subscriber to my newsletter, Reading Rebels? Are you in #kansascity? I've got a gift for you! Come to www.boozybookfest.com tomorrow at Sheraton Crown Center 5-9pm. Not a subscriber yet? I've got you covered at the show or on the web landing.page.lynettemburrows.com/readingrebel...

SFWA educates authors about industry matters through many venues, including Writer Beware®, a service helmed by @victoriastrauss.com. It is a gift to be in dialogue as writers and other industry participants about the issues that matter most to our genre's future thriving. Read WB's latest here:

Oh. O.Henry!

#stuck #writersblock or a creative slump? Maybe you need strategies to step outside your comfort zone. lynettemburrows.com/what-false-c...

On this 4th of July never forget the US of A is a nation of immigrants, of all races, all abilities, & all faiths. We help those who need a hand up. We stand for & defend freedom & democracy. This is the America I believe in, the America I love and the America I support. youtu.be/ETroXvRFoKY?...

#writing #reading What the heck keeps readers going? Donald Maass might have the answer. (PS. I think her does!) writerunboxed.com/2025/07/02/c...

#writingtipsandtricks Pacing can make your story a page-turner or a ho-hum, I'll skip that part lackluster story. lynettemburrows.com/13-tips-to-c...

Tomorrow is #IndependentBookStoreDay. Support your local indie bookstores! Here's a map to help you find one near you. www.indiebound.org/independent-...

#writingtipsandtricks Seriously helpful tips that can be a game changer for you (will be for me!) writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/trig...

#writers and #creatives Need a clear explanation of what Brand is and great examples to help you define your own brand? Look no further than this post. writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/how-...

#writers #writingtipsandtricks If you haven't tried a developmental editor, consider it. At least find a critique partner who can look at these things. writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/a-pe...

In recognition of the need for representation, awareness, and education. #reading #readers #disability lynettemburrows.com/first-lines-...

I second the "highly recommended" by @terrymatz.bsky.social. PR After Hours by @alexg.bsky.social is always worth a listen. This one in particular.

#writers #creators Sometimes you have to put yourself out there. lynettemburrows.com/new-lessons-...

#writers Do you know what women's fiction is? I do now, thanks to Mara Purl. writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/roma...

#Writers #read. But do you know how to use your reading to help you be a better writer? lynettemburrows.com/how-to-build...

Happy #StPatrick'sDay. Hope you enjoy this short-short. lynettemburrows.com/a-short-tale...

I Know the Secret... #KCBookBeat #Lit&Libations May 10th A Deal as Curious as Can Be… A hidden chance, a fleeting deal, But only for those who know it’s real. No links, no posts, no flashing sign, Just quiet whispers, a secret line. March 8th! It comes, it goes, Will you be one of those who knows?

#reading #books #firstlines #femalesciencefictionauthors lynettemburrows.com/celebrate-wo...

#readingrebels #readbannedbooks Rebellion is in the small acts.

An interesting investigation into #BookBub's entrance into the #websitehosting business. #writers writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/is-b...

Learning about and remembering women in history will always be important. #blackhistorymonth #strongwoman lynettemburrows.com/she-did-rema...

GAH. #Carproblems. My car is not even 3 years old. Might be battery. Might be electrical system. Won't find out for a while. Okay. Getting over myself and my #firstworldproblems replacing them with gratitude for no "natural" disasters here.

Wishing you and yours overflowing love, kindness, and gratitude in the year. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Last Week! If you like thrilling stories of a woman fights to change herself and her oppressive society get this #alternatehistory #dystopian story. Go to bit.ly/4fzi6Te and add these books to your Reading Device.

Arrow straight to the heart!

May all who see this find light and love and joy during this joyous season.

#winter #holidays lynettemburrows.com/a-carol-of-t...

Looking for #holidaygiftideas? Look no further than the annual Smashwords EOY sale where you can get my books at 25% off! Get them now before the series finale comes out. www.smashwords.com/profile/view...

He makes several good points. I shoulda know that's why I've always like the guy in the red suit.

#readers #writers If you didn't know, I feature a monthly blog post called first lines. If you'd have a favorite first lines bit from your book or one you've read, I'd be happy to consider it. Here's this month's post. lynettemburrows.com/jolly-first-...