"Nikki-that's a great interview, thanks for sharing it."
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Lynne Favreau left a comment for Tracey Barnes Priestley
"Thanks Tracey, I've meet some wonderful women through Shewrites."
Lynne Favreau commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"Honestly, I normally cringe when I read an author has produced a book trailer but not now. Tracey, that is one of the best author/book trailers I've ever viewed. It is personal, describes the process more so than the book, is tonally in keeping…"
Lynne Favreau replied to the discussion 'Writing about sex and emotion in fiction' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"What a great essay Julia. It touched on many facets on my own experience. I was advised to stay away from MFA programs for fear of weakening my voice.
I didn't start writing till I was in my forties. The first semester, every one of my early…"
Lynne Favreau liked Julia Fierro's discussion Writing about sex and emotion in fiction
Lynne Favreau replied to the discussion 'Any other menopausal women losing it? It's zombie time.' in the group Funny Women
"Oh Donna,
Last Sunday I arose later than usual, grabbed a bowl of cereal and joined my husband and youngest daughter at the dining room table. They were deep into a discussion of Dante's Inferno, a topic that had been kicking around all week.…"
Lynne Favreau commented on the group 'Funny Women'
"Hi Sarah, Sorry I won't be there, I just found your writing and am really looking forward to diving into These Granite Islands. Your new book Vacationland looks fantastic, love the cover. And I assure you, were I attending, you wouldn't be…"
Rheanna Raynes left a comment for Lynne Favreau
"Lynne,
Good morning.
Because you were so helpful with another blog I was hoping you might take a look at this blog and help me to inspire action rather than repel viewers.
RR
HELP. I am looking for input and advice from you all regarding…"
Lynne Favreau commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"Interesting Op-Ed Meg. It is so important for women to get the message that they have power and learn the means to wield it by voting for politicians who support equality and protect reproductive autonomy."
Lynne Favreau replied to the discussion 'Taking another look at the same view.' in the group Funny Women
"To clarify, you've asked for input, advise, and where you should take your blog?
You'll have to be more direct and clearly communicate exactly what it is you want advise about. Specific question are more likely to be answered than a…"
Lynne Favreau replied to the discussion 'The Joys of Applying for Fellowships and Grants' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Congratulation Sara! You have a wonderful, upbeat attitude. I too love to be challenged by questions finding them to be paths to self-discovery, often enlightening what I've overlooked. I went to a school whose motto is maddeningly,"Trust…"
Lynne Favreau commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"What wonderful news Laura! I'm thrilled for you."
Lynne Favreau commented on the group 'Small Publishers and Independent Authors'
"Congratulations Nancy! Have a safe trip."
Lynne Favreau replied to the discussion 'NANOWRIMO Check-in Thread' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"It's official I'm a NaNoWriMo 2012 winner."
Lynne Favreau replied to the discussion 'NANOWRIMO Check-in Thread' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"That's terrific news, congrats!"
Profile Information
- Who I am:
- I am a late bloomer. I didn't start writing until I started college at age thirty-seven with the hardest class I could imagine taking--ENG COMP I. First class was on Sept 11, 2001, I've since earned an AA in ECE from NECCo in Haverhill MA and a BA in Writing and Literature from UI&U--Montpelier VT.
I have three novels in progress, number one (Happenstance) and two (Endure) are on hold so I can finish number three (The Illusion of Marriage). The second one is a suspense story I originally envisioned as a script but used to participate in NaNoWriMo 2010. Still trying to finish first draft, think it may be a better movie but I've never written a script. Well, I've never written a novel either so there goes that logic. Current work is also a NaNoWriMo win 2011, also a story I envisioned as a movie (what's up with that?).
I decided I must be a writer after reading Betsy Learner's description of her neurotic clients in "Forest for the Trees" and recognized myself.
Most of the time--I have no idea what I'm doing, nor what to do next and really wish I was smarter.
3/7/11--I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I'm fine! It was early, 5cm, ER+ stage 2-3, nothing in sentinel nodes. Had a lumpectomy, did ACT for chemo. Treatment was relatively uneventful. I rocked a bald head. Chemo brain was awful but fog lifted soon after finishing. Damn, there goes that excuse. Radiation was a cinch. Anyone needing to talk about treatment or being diagnosed can email me here, or lynne.favreau@gmail.com
I have two teenage daughters. Thank you for the sympathy.
My husband is a saint 90% of the time.
My older sister lives with us. She cooks, and does the laundry--no you can't have her, though she says she can be had for her own bathroom and a water view.
We think I have dysgraphia. It cost too much for an adult to be tested for a learning disability to find out for sure, especially since it hasn't stopped me from being successful. I can only write on the computer, otherwise my thoughts are a jumbled mess.
I wish I had something to put in all those little boxes below this one.
- Connect with me online! My site, blog, or Twitter handle are:
- www.twitter.com/lynnefavreau
http://www.lynnefavreau.com/
http://pinterest.com/lynnefavreau/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lynne-Favreau/274678782542541
http://www.goodreads.com/LynneFavreau
Nanowrimo buddy me @lfavreau
I contribute to the Blooming Late blog, http://blwriters.blogspot.com/
http://lynnefavreau.tumblr.com/
- My writing is:
- Fiction, Poetry, Blog Posts
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Ipswich Writers Group
- I found out about She Writes from:
- I just rediscovered it in my bookmarks, no idea where I happened upon it before.
Lynne Favreau's Blog
Formula for Success and Trends
Posted on December 18, 2011 at 11:08am 2 Comments 2 Likes
In response to Samantha's question about writing formulas and trends.
Oh, wouldn't it to be nice to have the formula for the next blockbuster-LOL!
Yes, there are trends-romance and YA have been trending for a awhile. And within those trends there are fads-vampires for instance. And yes, I believe all writing is about emotional response.
There are themes that trend in relation to our societal woes or triumphs. The problem is we often don't recognize the coming…
Response to Marilyn
Posted on October 24, 2011 at 10:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
I'm a Big Picture Person
Posted on September 14, 2011 at 1:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Hi All,
Sigh...as I begin to post more and more around here, it will become evident that I am not a detail person. It's not that I don't know how to spell--know, now, or no, their, they're or there, or that I do not know their proper usage, I do. I just don't notice whether or not they've slipped out incorrectly. You'd think I didn't reread my posts before I hit comment. I swear I do, really. It's like I have night blindness to my writing errors.
My husband is a…
Comment Wall (21 comments)
- At 11:24am on February 11, 2013,
Rheanna Raynes said… Lynne,
Good morning.
Because you were so helpful with another blog I was hoping you might take a look at this blog and help me to inspire action rather than repel viewers.
RR
HELP. I am looking for input and advice from you all regarding my newest blog.
http://lovingacts.wordpress.com/
It is not my intent to deflect or reject viewers or supporters, but rather to draw attention and bring awareness to this issue.
My Problem is that it is an ugly, disgusting issue, one which no-one wants to see or to hear about even though it is very real. Unfortunately it is not difficult to come up with subjects or subject matter.
It is however, a very tough subject emotionally for me, so therefore, I find it hard to write with any flare or objectiveness that might draw in followers, spark change and maybe even save just one life.
I have tried to present just the facts, cases, statistics, ect. Now it needs some love and some life.
Please, any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time.
RR
- At 8:32am on June 8, 2012,
Kate O'Mara said… Hi Lynne Thanks for the friendship :) I love being connected with other writers.
I hadn't seen the friend request as I'm signed in only occasionally.
My main communication venue is currently fb, if you use it here's my link. https://www.facebook.com/kathleenomara
- At 6:43pm on April 12, 2012,
Michele Tracy Berger said… Hey Lynne,
Great to connect here and in Blooming Late. Always find your posts useful and on point.
Best,
Michele
- At 1:19am on March 3, 2012,
Eva Rieder said… Thank you for the kind words on the blog, Lynne!
- At 8:50am on February 24, 2012,
Melanie Wolfe said…
Hi Lynne, we have a lot in common! I'm pretty sure I have dysgraphia as well as dylexia. I almost quit writing a million and one times over it. I must say I couldn't tell in your profile bio though. Your writing looked solid. I'm so happy to meet you. You know what its like to obsess over a sentence for an hour! We'll have to chat some time.
My best,
Melanie
- At 12:26pm on February 23, 2012,
Timothy Desmond said…
Yes. Thanks for your comment. Much appreciated. After I posted that, I read another writer's opinion that trying to do signing events was a waste of time. She referred to LA market where there are many unknowns doing events, but only celebrity writers had a response and a boost. You may have read that. I believe her focus was on social net marketing. Thanks again. Tim
- At 9:32am on January 8, 2012,
Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan said… Would you be ok with me editing/excerpting your story and posting it on cancer be glammed?
- At 4:17pm on January 6, 2012, Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan said…
Thanks for your honesty! I am a journalist by trade so now I want to hear more...was there anything special that helped you through treatment? Music? A special soft blanket you loved crawling under when you got home? And again,this is only if you WANT to share. I'm hoping to generate some unique honest stories from women to share with other women. Please feel free to pass Cancer Be Glammed on to other women (and men) if you think it would help them!
- At 3:04pm on January 6, 2012, Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan said…
Hi Lynne,
I am a fellow SheWrites member, and I do some professional writing. I was wondering if you journaled at all during your treatment and if it helped you. I thought maybe, if you did journal, you'd want to talk about the experience and the benefits and we could have you guest post on the site I write for, Cancer Be Glammed. You can find them online at http://www.cancerbeglammed.com and they are on Facebook and Twitter, too. It's a great site and business started by two amazing women. No need to reply if you're not interested, not trying to be pushy, just always looking for a chance to help other women get through a challenging time.
All the best,
Elizabeth
- At 5:48pm on January 3, 2012,
Brenda Moguez said… Lynne, you are a smart woman. I doubt I would have started a blog if not for the 'suggested guidelines' for first time novel writers. It's a time suck for sure, but on the other hand, which I learned along the way, it's a wonderful place for the writer to try out new voices and play. I try to limit my reading and commenting so I don't go bonkers. It's a lot. Love your blog name, perfect!
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