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Crystal Wilkinson commented on the blog post 'The Book Deal--Keeping It Real'
"Elizabeth,
I am just now seeing your post and absolutely you are correct. I think the best we can do is write the best we can."
Elizabeth Towns commented on the blog post 'The Book Deal--Keeping It Real'
"You know, that makes absolutely no sound sense. I work in social media, and 2000 twitter followers does not mean anything about a solid sales base. Half of those followers are only following to increase their twitter stable, and half of the other…"
Crystal Wilkinson left a comment for Elizabeth Towns
"So glad we found one another. Looking forward to getting to know you and having discussion."
Elizabeth Towns commented on the blog post 'Ntozake Shange's NEW Novel Overshadowed by Tyler Perry Adaptation?'
"Amazingly, I have seen this new book and thought of getting it and have not. I will, today. I have not seen the FCG movie either. I have reasons: I love Tyler, am glad for the purpose he is living out with passion, and even more grateful that He…"
Joyce Evans-Campbell left a comment for Crystal Wilkinson
"Thank you. Honey, I'm happy to be here. I love your work, and I will follow you."
Joyce Evans-Campbell commented on the blog post 'Ntozake Shange's NEW Novel Overshadowed by Tyler Perry Adaptation?'
"You're right Crystal, we should have a spirited debate about the two media. I would never want to stifle debate. It's in my bones, but I'll try to say something original if and when I comment."
Joyce Evans-Campbell commented on the blog post 'Ntozake Shange's NEW Novel Overshadowed by Tyler Perry Adaptation?'
"I have read For Colored Girls... three times, and we produced it at my university while I was an undergrad drama major. I loved the play, and I auditioned for Lady in Red because she moved me...I love Tyler Perry's work and his courageous…"
Crystal Wilkinson posted a blog post
What Michael Ondaatje Taught Me About Building Bridges in My Novel
Author Crush: Michael OndaatjeI was on an elevator with him once at the Virginia Festival of the Book. He asked where a particular room was. I showed him the location on my program. I looked at his beautiful white hair. I listened to his voice steeped with Canada and Sri Lanka. I looked at his hands and thought about all the beautiful words that had come from them. I didn't say "You're Michael Ondaatje!" I knew. He knew I knew (lol). He thanked me and nodded as we got off the elevator. "I love…See More
Cristina Trapani-Scott left a comment for Crystal Wilkinson
"The novel is done and I've sent it to Switchgrass, a small press calling for Midwestern writers. Now, I'm just waiting to hear. How are things in Kentucky?
Things are great here. I haven't done a ton of my own writing since sending…"
Crystal Wilkinson posted a blog post
The Book Deal--Keeping It Real
Someone told me the other day that most publishers want a fiction writer to have at least 2,000 Twitter friends that could turn into solid book sales before they will consider publishing a first novel in today’s market even if they have other publications.I am new to Twitter and looked at my paltry 500 followers and sighed, then laughed. I suppose the 20 or so who have promised to enlarge my penis, guarantee me an instant 1,000 followers or invited me to their sex site don’t count.See the rest…See More
Crystal Wilkinson left a comment for Cristina Trapani-Scott
"Hey lady! I hope you are doing well. How's the novel? Your work still comes back to me from time to time. So do you! How are things? Do tell."
Profile Information
- Who I am:
- http://twitter.com/crystalwilki
www.mythiumlitmag.com
www.crystal-wilkinson.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/people/Crystal-Wilkinson/595592300
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- Blackberries, Blackberries (Toby Press)
Water Street (Toby Press)
Mythium LIterary Journal (edited with Ron Davis)
Gumbo
Gifts from Our Grandmothers
- My writing is:
- Fiction, Blog Posts
- Services I offer to other writers:
- A faculty member of the BFA in Creative Writing Program at Morehead State University and also teach in the MFA in Creative Writing Program at Spalding University. I also do private consulations via snail mail, email and other electronic media.
- My professional associations:
- AWP
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What Michael Ondaatje Taught Me About Building Bridges in My Novel
Posted on November 7, 2010 at 9:08am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Author Crush: Michael Ondaatje
I was on an elevator with him once at the Virginia Festival of the Book. He asked where a particular room was. I showed him the location on my program. I looked at his beautiful white hair. I listened to his voice steeped with Canada and Sri Lanka. I looked at his hands and thought about all the beautiful words that had come from them. I didn't say "You're Michael Ondaatje!" I knew. He knew I knew (lol). He thanked me and nodded as we got off the elevator. "I… Continue
I was on an elevator with him once at the Virginia Festival of the Book. He asked where a particular room was. I showed him the location on my program. I looked at his beautiful white hair. I listened to his voice steeped with Canada and Sri Lanka. I looked at his hands and thought about all the beautiful words that had come from them. I didn't say "You're Michael Ondaatje!" I knew. He knew I knew (lol). He thanked me and nodded as we got off the elevator. "I… Continue
The Book Deal--Keeping It Real
Posted on September 26, 2010 at 10:31am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Someone told me the other day that most publishers want a fiction writer to have at least 2,000 Twitter friends that could turn into solid book sales before they will consider publishing a first novel in today’s market even if they have other publications.
I am new to Twitter and looked at my paltry 500 followers and sighed, then laughed. I suppose the 20 or so who have promised to enlarge my penis, guarantee me an instant 1,000 followers or invited me to their sex site don’t… Continue
I am new to Twitter and looked at my paltry 500 followers and sighed, then laughed. I suppose the 20 or so who have promised to enlarge my penis, guarantee me an instant 1,000 followers or invited me to their sex site don’t… Continue
Dreams And Your Creative Power
Posted on September 17, 2010 at 2:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
For years I had a recurring dream: I was in a house with many doors. Every door led to another maze of rooms with other doors. In this dream my heart beat with desperation as though there was something that I was driven to find and just couldn't choose the right door. Of course this had everything to do with the stress of my life and my fear of decisons--making the right one--making the wrong one.
When I was pregnant and found out I was having twins, I dreamed of myself in a large… Continue
When I was pregnant and found out I was having twins, I dreamed of myself in a large… Continue
Ntozake Shange's NEW Novel Overshadowed by Tyler Perry Adaptation?
Posted on September 15, 2010 at 7:47pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
Click HERE and decide for yourself but there is lots of buzz about the pending release of Tyler Perry's adaptation of Ntozake Shange's seminal work, For Colored Girls Who Have considered Suicide When the Rainbo is Enuf,. Perry's adaptation (scheduled to be rleased in early November) like most of the films he produces, has received both postiive and negative responses but most… Continue
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 11:01am on November 7, 2010,
Joyce Evans-Campbell said… - Thank you. Honey, I'm happy to be here. I love your work, and I will follow you.
- At 10:35am on September 26, 2010,
Cristina Trapani-Scott said… - The novel is done and I've sent it to Switchgrass, a small press calling for Midwestern writers. Now, I'm just waiting to hear. How are things in Kentucky?
Things are great here. I haven't done a ton of my own writing since sending the novel out, but I kind of needed a vacation. Now, I'm starting back. I'm in a new writer's group and I was telling them I'd studied with you and Karen, a soon-to-be published novelist in the group, said she loved your work.
Other than that, I'm just plugging along, getting healthier every day and getting used to my kids being in a new school. Hopefully, I can get back to Spalding this year. If not November, then definitely May.
- At 10:19am on September 26, 2010, Cristina Trapani-Scott said…
- Hi Crystal,
Great to see you here:)
- At 5:22am on September 22, 2010,
Editors Picks said… - Hey Crystal,
Your post is featured on Editor's Picks, and you're in great company this week!
Check it out here.
Keep writing,
-Kate
Managing Editor, She Writes Blog
Community Manager, She Writes
- At 2:23pm on September 17, 2010,
Mona R. Washington said… - I think it's an incredible resource. If I can ever be of any help please let me know.
- At 6:08am on September 16, 2010,
Kimberly Wesley said… - I got up late this morning as well. Really throws off my day.
- At 9:02pm on September 13, 2010,
Kelli Swearingen said… - Welcome to Mother Writer,Crystal! If you haven't already, feel free to introduce yourself, browse our threads, or start one of your own. And again, welcome to Mother Writer.
kelli rodin
(admin)
- At 11:50am on September 13, 2010, Mona R. Washington said…
- Welcome to SheWrites. It's a great site.
- At 3:26pm on September 12, 2010,
Sarah Pinneo said… - Welcome to the fiction writers' forum!
S.
- At 8:05am on September 11, 2010,
Nicky Wheeler-Nicholson Brown said… - Hi Crystal, I absolutely agree with your blog post. I have a day "off" with spouse down in the city and I am luxuriating in the peace and quiet! I love what you are doing with Mythium and I'm going to check out your stories. Of course, Gumbo attracted me immediately. My own grandmother's gumbo consisted of whatever was left in the icebox along with fresh crab and shrimp and okra. I have yet to taste better! Keep in touch, Nicky
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