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When someone else makes a ton of cash on the same idea you had and published 15 years before... grrr!

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Dominique Millette commented on the blog post 'Become an Instigator'

Thank you for this. Gives food for thought. Reminds me of my improv classes (raising the stakes, they called it).

Sep 1, 2010

New discoveries of past titles

I started this because sometimes, you uncover an amazing novel a few years after its publication. Though it isn't hot off the presses, it becomes a must-read or a personal favourite.The one I've just finished is Half of a Yellow Sun, by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, published in 2006. She's also the author of Purple Hibiscus (2003 - winner of a best first book award) and the 2009 short story collection That Thing Around Your Neck. Now, it's been a while so I don't remember if someone posted the…See More

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Julie Jeffs left a comment for Dominique Millette

Hi Dominique, Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index. I hope you will find, as I…

May 22, 2010

Dominique Millette commented on the blog post 'State of the Art: Schmoozing in London'

Interesting you should bring this up. I believe there are very logical reasons for women to be reluctant networkers and wrote a post about this on my blog:…

Apr 19, 2010

Dominique Millette replied to the discussion 'Using Social Media to Promote Writing'

Right now, I've turned my Twitter account into my writing (http://twitter.com/grokerati). I've been a satirical columnist in the past and it's something I love to do so now I'm a micro-columnist. Not doing much non-fiction,…

Feb 9, 2010

Dominique Millette commented on the blog post '5 Things I Learned About the Publishing Business This Year'

One thing holds true for self-publishing - and is now becoming a necessity with traditional publishing also. The more of a network you have, especially if it's stacked with people who are rooting for you and encouraging you, and can pass the…

Jan 31, 2010

Dominique Millette replied to the discussion 'what's the best thing do when you find your short story imitated in a blockbuster?'

Here are the rest of the scans... (to the end of the story)

Jan 10, 2010

what's the best thing do when you find your short story imitated in a blockbuster?

I realize there's no copyright on ideas, and some of my own work has been based on public domain concepts like Shakespeare's plays.However, it's tough for me to grit my teeth, initially, when I see a film (in this case, Daybreakers) using exactly the same idea I used. In this case, it was in 1996 for my short story Oomblaug Day, published in Parsec magazine. This mag has since gone under but I've posted my story, circulated it to friends, etc.I know there's no way to prove they got the idea…See More

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Dominique Millette commented on the blog post '5 Things I Learned About the Publishing Business This Year'

You are so right about writing in many formats. Some of the pieces I'm most proud of were published online. Unfortunately I wasn't paid for them, though.

Jan 6, 2010

Dominique Millette replied to the discussion 'Favorite Quotes about Writing, by Women'

Here's another, more recent one: "The truth is like the sun: when it comes up nobody can block it out or hide it. I hope that this book and my story will, in a small way, help that sun to keep shining and inspire you". - Malalai…

Dec 1, 2009

Dominique Millette commented on the blog post 'Countdown to Publication -- THE HAPPINESS PROJECT.'

now that sounds interesting. I want to check it out. Too bad you won't be coming to Toronto!

Dec 1, 2009

Dominique Millette left a comment for dianejwright

Thank you. I'm not always a good schmoozer but this looks like a very good site for me. Most of my career and life have revolved around writing, even though I have an M.A. in something called International Political Economy. I've worked…

Nov 21, 2009

dianejwright left a comment for Dominique Millette

Dominique, welcome to Writers in Canada. We're happy to have you with us! Do drop in to our Introductions thread and share a bit about yourself and your work. Where are you now? Where are you from? What brings you to us? Keep in mind that links…

Nov 21, 2009

Dominique Millette commented on the blog post 'Publishers Weekly Versus the Rest of Us'

There are many other works I'd like to add to the list, especially in CanLit, which I am most familiar with. Here is a small sample: - Critical Injuries, by Joan Barfoot, ISBN-10: 1552633470 - Late Nights on Air, by Elizabeth Hay (Giller…

Nov 14, 2009

Dominique Millette commented on the blog post 'Publishers Weekly Versus the Rest of Us'

Margaret Atwood came out with The Year of the Flood in 2009. It's a vivid rendering of post-apocalyptic Earth, this time told from the point of view of two female protagonists. Her previous work was just as gripping: Oryx and Crake, published…

Nov 14, 2009

Dominique Millette is now a member of She Writes Nov 13, 2009

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Who I am:: @grokerati

Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:: La Delphinée, fiction, published by Prise de parole, Sudbury, Ontario, 160 pages, ISBN : 2-89423-063-X

L'éveil de Sycorax, part of the "10 x 10" event produced by the Great Canadian Theatre Company in April 1998

My writing is:: Fiction, Journalism

Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:: no but I would love to

Services I offer to other writers:: I would like to. I can translate English to French and vice versa. Willing to proofread.

I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:: no

My professional associations:: no

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At 8:35pm on May 21, 2010, Julie Jeffs said…: Hi Dominique,

Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index.

I hope you will find, as I did, a great sense of community, loads of information and resources, and an incredible amount of talent.

Jump in on ongoing discussions or start one if there is an issue you would like to discuss.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Look forward to reading your posts.

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Julie Jeffs
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At 11:13pm on November 20, 2009, dianejwright said…: Dominique, welcome to Writers in Canada. We're happy to have you with us! Do drop in to our Introductions thread and share a bit about yourself and your work. Where are you now? Where are you from? What brings you to us? Keep in mind that links to books and other well-meant self-promotion efforts are always encouraged!
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