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    Books

    Ayana’s Fairy Garden Is Now Available

    ByLeanne 18 December 202518 December 2025

    I’m happy to share that Ayana’s Fairy Garden is now available on Amazon — my first children’s book. It’s a gentle, nature-inspired children’s story designed for calm moments — perfect for bedtime or quiet reading time. You can find Book One here: https://amazon.com/dp/B0FDL52L4G Loved meeting Ayana? Her next adventure is already taking shape! Keep an…

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    Blog, Blogs and Blogging

    Writing Blog Update: Thought I Would Do a Bit of Renovating from the Old ‘Blogger’ Writing Blog

    ByLeanne 23 October 202329 February 2024

    I didn’t have enough money to renovate the house. So, I renovated this old Writing Blog instead.  What do you think?   It was challenging to know what to do.  They say a change is as good as a holiday. So two birds with one stone, a renovation, and a holiday ~ I’m so lucky! Now,…

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    Medium vs Substack ~ 2026

    ByLeanne 5 February 20265 February 2026

    Which Platform Fits Your Writing Style? Ever found yourself staring at a blank page, wondering “Where should I post this story?” If you’re anything like me a bit story-driven, reflective, and slightly cheeky then choosing between Medium and Substack isn’t just a tech decision, it’s a style decision. My Writing Style Snapshot Before diving into…

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  • 2025: When The Content Is Right, Editing Becomes Easy Discover Why Strong Ideas Matter More Than Polish. When Content Is Right, Editing Is Easy. A Lesson That Keeps Writing Simple, Authentic, Enjoyable.
    Writing | Blog, Blogs and Blogging

    2025 Writing Diet: When the Content Is Right, Editing Becomes Easy

    ByLeanne 19 September 202520 September 2025

    I stumbled across this the other day: “When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is of no need.”— often called an Ayurvedic proverb I can’t swear it comes from an ancient text. Some people say it’s a modern interpretation of Ayurveda rather than a direct translation. Either way,…

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    NaNoWriMo - National Novel Writing Month

    Farewell NaNoWriMo: The End of an Era for Writers

    ByLeanne 30 August 202530 August 2025

    Hey Writers, I was gearing up for NaNoWriMo 2025, marking my calendar, priming the scene, and then… SILENCE. After more than two decades of sparking creativity worldwide, NaNoWriMo is FINISHED, over, kaput! And yes, I’m devastated, as I bet you are. What Happened to NaNoWriMo? NaNoWriMo began in 1999 with a simple goal: write 50,000…

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    Blog, Blogs and Blogging

    2025: When Less is More: The Art of Cutting in Writing

    ByLeanne 29 August 202529 August 2025

    This post is a little different. I’m showing you my process — the raw, messy “before” draft and the tighter “after” version. Cutting is painful, but it’s how writing gets stronger. ✂️ The Final Version Every writer has a secret weapon.Mine isn’t a fancy pen or endless imagination — it’s the ability to cut. Cutting…

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    Writing | Writing Prompts

    Weekend Word Games for 2025: Wordle, Spelling Bee & More

    ByLeanne 28 December 202429 August 2025

    Weekend Word Games for 2025 🎉 It’s the weekend ~ time for Weekend Word Games! Get ready for brain-bending fun with puzzles, teasers, and wordplay that spark creativity. Whether you’re a wordsmith extraordinaire or just want to stretch your brain, these games will keep you entertained (and maybe even inspire your next piece of writing)….

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    AI Writing

    Embracing AI in Writing: A Game-Changer for Creative Minds ~ Or Is It?

    ByLeanne 11 September 20244 November 2024

    I felt like playing around with AI to write content today. AI portions will be in italics, and my words will be left as is (or bolded if they’re amongst other AI words).😱This could get messy, but here goes! My instructions to Claude AI were: Write me an SEO-empowered blog post using high-ranking keywords around “Using AI…

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    Writing

    Fiction Writing in 2024: Should You Balance Free Expression and the Law in Fiction Writing ?

    ByLeanne 21 August 202430 August 2025

    Fiction Writing – Introduction As a fiction writer, I constantly juggle the balance between expressing myself freely and presenting my work in a way that avoids unnecessary criticism. Recently, during a discussion in my writing group, this balancing act became very clear to me. While I firmly believe every writer should feel free to write…

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    Writing

    Character and Competence ~ Keys to Your Writing Success in 2024: The Dual Forces of Character and Competence

    ByLeanne 6 May 202429 August 2025

    Character and competence are essential for great writing. Competence is essential for crafting engaging narratives, as it allows writers to skillfully execute plot twists, develop intricate storylines, and create compelling scenes. However, it is character that actually breathes the life into these narratives, infusing them with authenticity, depth, and emotional resonance. “Competence is how good…

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  • Is Blogging Dead? Will Ai Take My Kob?
    Blog, Blogs and Blogging

    Writing: Is Blogging Dead? Has AI killed Blogging? Will I Lose My Job?

    ByLeanne 29 February 202420 March 2024

    Writing: Is Blogging Dead? Blogging is not dead – Far from it. Lately, there has been a considerable resurgence 😳 of Blogging What Has Changed?   What’s a lot different is the way we blog.   I recalled how blogs started as online diaries or personal journals, with parents sharing their holidays, kids, family albums,…

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