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 A whispering moment penetrates through the garden gate, up the steps and through the scent that mingles and mixes in the cooling, evening breeze. The blanket of night is near. An adventure transforming through illumination as windows flicker to life, declaring their existence under thatched crowns melding with old stone walls. Their panes casting rays, penetrating the shadows close by, embellishing the darkening life that exists in its path. A breath of wind shakes life into the apple blossoms watching over the Hydrangeas and Azaleas dancing freely to their own beat. Yellow Roses nod their luscious heads, sending soft aromas out to marry with the Lavender and Jasmine tucked near the stone pathways. Lilacs hover over Nightshades and Primrose, casting eery shapes in the dwindling light. Sheltering the delicate blooms with outstretched limbs. As evening slips into the night the garden settles itself to rest in anticipation of the window light fading into daybreak. Welcoming tiny droplets of dew ready to sparkle like cast-off gems across petals and leaves. Lilliputian lakes left to refresh Ladybugs and Bees that will come to visit in the warming sun of the day to come. It’s a guessing game of who and what really reside here in the overgrown, yet sculptured, palette of colours. Creativity is everywhere, all tiny reminders that the garden is home to the imagination of many. Ann Edall-Robson Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience." #VoiceAndVision2018 #EnglishGarden #TheQuietSpirits #ArtPartner English Garden was inspired by the painting of the same name, created by my 2018 Voice and Vision art partner, Sheila Shareski.
 Ann Edall-Robson Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience." #TheQuietSpirits #LoveOfMyLife
You see, I have more than one journal on the go all the time. They are varying in size, and one or two get to be with me where ever I go, just in case I have a thought I need to record. Some are strictly for book writing, some record thoughts for articles, blogs and references, and some are personal. Then I realized that the jar was not meant to keep all of my thoughts, only the ones that gave me, a personal entry in my memory chip. That one thing that made the gray matter sit up and take notice. All too often, when I make an entry in my journal(s), it includes details to remind me of the whole thought or story when I need to refer to them later, and I always include the date. So here’s the thing, why bother when there are so many tech options to record your memories. Impersonal, words abbreviated and autocorrected left for you to try and decipher later. Stored on a device that might overwrite, delete or crash—the memory is gone. Why not put a few words on a slip of paper, include the date, and pop it into a memory jar. At the end of the year, you get to go through the jar, in whatever order the papers come out, and relive the memory. In my case, if I want or need more detail, I would be able to go to the journal on the date provided and read the whole story, capturing the memory once again. The Memory Jar entries don’t need to be a daily occurrence, don’t need to be all fuzzy and warm, or sad for that matter—it’s your choice to decide what kind of memories you want to go into the jar. Make it a family affair. Leave a stack of 2” x 2” pieces of paper and a pencil beside the jar for everyone to add something when they feel the urge. Remember to date it, and most of all, have fun with it. Ann Edall-Robson Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience." #KeepingMemories #FunForTheFamily #WritersCache #TheQuietSpirits
Being an independent writer, or Indie Writer as the world commonly knows us, we depend on the people who read our books to help us move up in the ranks in places like, KOBO, Amazon, iBooks, and Kindle. Without the reviews, the book sits unnoticed at the bottom of the huge number of other publications in any given genre. I liken our plight to music and movie, the more reviews, the more people will notice and buy, the more it climbs the charts. Like so many others out there, I too love to download and read free books. What better way to determine if you truly want to read more by the same author. What better way to see how others write in your chosen genre (if you are a writer). What better way to improve your vocabulary. Besides the fact that reading is just good for the mind and soul. I diligently try to accomplish the reviews for books I have read in a timely manner; however, sometimes it takes me a little longer than even I like. Yet, the knowledge that these writers appreciate my time in doing so, gives me hope that others will do the same for me. So when you read a book, any book, be it the old fashioned hold in your hand style or an E-book, please take the time to squirrel the title out on any of these prominent bookseller locations and leave your thoughts, your star rating. If you are surfing the net, this only takes but a few minutes out of your precious time and is so, so appreciated by us, the Indie Writers.  The Quiet Spirits is available at the following locations: An autographed copy of The Quiet Spirits is available for purchase direct from the author. Moon Rising: An Eclectic Collection of Works is available at the following locations: Birds in my Canadian Backyard is available at the following locations:
An autographed copy of Birds in my Canadian Backyard is available for purchase direct from the author. From Our Home To Yours: Cookies is available at the following locations: From Our Home To Yours: Cakes & Squares is available at the following locations: Ann Edall-Robson
Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience."  Ann Edall-Robson
Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience."  Ann Edall-Robson
Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience."  Ann Edall-Robson
Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience."  “Stop! This is not the route to take if you want to stick to social media rules.” What does that mean, anyway? Apparently from what I have been told, it means you shouldn’t cross over into areas that are not your line of business. In other words, writing about subject matter not in my business expertise or service are taboo! So, should my personal thoughts and experiences on topics that are not, say, within my realm of so called expertise be muted? Am I only to write and share information on writing or taking pictures? The thing is, sharing my opinions and suggestions, doesn't mean I'm taking on the professionals, nor do I want their job. I am doing what my platform suggest, I am writing. And, my recommendations and observations quite often pertain to how artists and social media should/could work together in promoting our work. I have no urge to become a guru of the social media world. I merely share my experiences, by doing what I love, writing. For those who provide social media services, and feel compelled to ask me why I am promoting something I don’t sell, I would like to take a look at your thoughts from my perspective. True, my published writing focuses on fiction; however, even we writers stray. It’s what keeps our thoughts rejuvenated. Titles and tag lines I use are to get the attention of the masses, as they should, if I am using social media to my advantage. Another thing that should be considered by the social media professionals is this: If the way you teach, share and promote your product or service, is pleasing to read and easily understandable, chances are, I may write about the topic. In doing so, often as not, including a link to your blog, website or some other form of social media you are on to promote your work. You see, when I write (because that's what I do) about topics, regardless of the profession, and not necessarily fiction or poetry or how you should or shouldn’t write; I may just end up writing about what I have been told is not the route to follow . . . How do you feel about using cross-over writing to promote your business or product on social media? Ann Edall-Robson
Author, Photographer, Lover of Life "Capturing moments others may never get to experience." We are all capable of telling a story, sharing information and creating ditties. The first draft of any genre is easy. It’s what we do with them in the end that makes the difference. The ensuing work can make the choice of turning it into a book not all it’s cracked up to be. My inner spirit was compelled to write a book. No, it wasn’t a bucket list item, it was a need. A call out to the creative soul that had simmered since childhood. So, let’s rewind the film and take a look at the books, one book at a time. Thinking the book publishing process through, and wanting to get a book published in the shortest time period, with the least amount of cost, equals e-book format. However, regardless of genre, the preparation, in my opinion, takes more time for electronic books versus a manuscript destined for a publisher. Once the idea topic has hatched from the egg, it still needs due diligence. Correctness, flow, eye catching presentation, plus conforming with guidelines set out by the publisher. The crux is you are writer, editor, cover designer and publisher. The bonus, and it is a huge attraction to most, is the lack of an exorbitant outlay of dollars. An e-book is not hard on the bank balance, but it can suck the time bank dry!
 The writing was now on the wall. The hook had been set. The bait taken, and the challenge of what was to become referred to as a ‘real book’ started to take life. Moon Rising: An Eclectic Collection of Works was a relatively easy book to produce. Archived and newly written vignettes, short stories and poems cuddled together to for my first taste of a publisher’s world. It also gave me a penchant for what was to unfold, a novel; and, not just one novel, but three. Each storyline with their own set of characters. In essence, three different books about three different topics, in the fire at the same time. All in a race to see which would boil to a finish first. Whoa! When the light came on as to what I was doing, the decision wasn't even debated. Finish The Quiet Spirits first and let the other two simmer in the back ground. Having them to fall back on when the stagnant times hit was great. I drifted between the other two. Penning a chapter or more until I found my ground again to return to the book destined to be the next to go to a publisher. I am not surprised by the amount of time it took to write the first draft, complete edits and rewrites (so far) for The Quiet Spirits. It is a novel, after all. But once submitted to the publisher the process seems to drag and be lengthy. Patience plays a big part in the publishing waiting game. Will there be more suggestions and/or will the nod come that we are onto the next steps? Still on track for release by the fall of this year.
I have written e-books and like the simplicity of their production for sharing information and short stories. I have written a compilation of varying genres, only to tap into a simmering passion to write in more detail. The emotional adventure writing a novel has taken me on is an experience I would not trade.
Regardless of the style, the story, the sharing of information, or the format, I look forward to the future of my writing. Short term to way, way out there. Embracing the compositions that fill the pages. How do you support Indie Writers - ebooks or real books? Ann Edall-Robson
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March 2022
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