"Thank you for such valuable advice! Especially honoring every reader. I can only imagine that such a healthy, gracious outlook would bring us joy during the process. :)"
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Mercedes M. Yardley
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- Las Vegas, NV
- United States
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Mercedes M. Yardley commented on the blog post 'Five Things I Wish I Had Known When I Published My First Book'
Mercedes M. Yardley commented on the blog post 'Writing or Hand-Writing: What Do We Lose When We Type?'
"This was an absolutely beautiful article. It warmed my heart just reading it.
I wrote somebody a handwritten letter less than a month ago. This person was particularly lonely and I a real letter does offer a kindness and comfort that can't be…"
Anjuelle Floyd left a comment for Mercedes M. Yardley
"So glad you've joined ”Why Do You Write & What Is Your Process?”
We have a wonderful group of members. I encourage you to read their profiles and visit my blog that lists the essays members have offered in answering the question…"
Mercedes M. Yardley replied to the discussion 'National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)' in the group Why Do You Write and What's Your Process
"This will be my fifth NaNoWriMo this year. I really look forward to it all year long! I'm Mercedes_ on the NaNo site if anybody wants to buddy up! We can be a great support to each other! :D"
Mercedes M. Yardley replied to the discussion 'Twitter Links | Let's All Connect on Twitter' in the group Why Do You Write and What's Your Process
"I love Twitter! I actually found my agent via Twitter! My handle is @mercedesmy. I'm so excited to see you guys there! :D"
Mercedes M. Yardley joined a group
Why Do You Write and What's Your Process
As an author, psychotherapist, wife, and mother who also does abstract paintings and studies her dreams I am incredibly interested in hearing authors discuss what brought them to writing, and the process by which they continue creating.
Mercedes M. Yardley replied to the discussion 'Six Word Memoir Contest: "Why I Write"'
"My soul whispers, howls through ink."
Mercedes M. Yardley commented on the blog post 'Authors Behaving Badly: What NOT to Do at Your Bookstore Event!'
"This was a wonderful reminder that Mama was right, and we should always be gracious."
Mercedes M. Yardley commented on the blog post 'Join the First She Writers Launch Party!'
"What a fun idea! I'm there! :D"
Profile Information
- Who I am:
- You can stop by my blog at www.abrokenlaptop.wordpress.com or chat with me on Twitter! I'm @mercedesmy.
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- I'll be in John Skipp's "Werewolves and Shape Shifters: Encounters with the Beast Within" anthology due out October 2010.
I'll also be in the Hint Fiction Anthology put out by W.W. Norton. It's due out November 2010.
My story "Peanut Butter Toast" is in A Cup of Comfort For Parents of Children With Special Needs.
My story "Murder for Beginners" is in Shock Totem Issue #1 and my personal essay "Hide the Sickness" is in Shock Totem Issue #2.
- Media outlets that I currently write for:
- I write nonfiction for the dark magazine Shock Totem: Curious Tales of the Macabre and Twisted. I also occasionally contribute to the SFWA blog.
- My writing is:
- Fiction, Nonfiction, Memoir, Blog Posts
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- Yes, especially for the Shock Totem blog
- Services I offer to other writers:
- I currently feature an author a week for my "Be Mysterious: Authors in Masks" series. The guidelines can be found here:
http://abrokenlaptop.com/2009/09/25/be-mysterious-an-official-call/
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Yes
- My professional associations:
- I'm a member of the SFWA.
- I found out about She Writes from:
- Internet search
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 9:57am on March 13, 2011,
K. M. Walton said… - Yay, Mercedes is here!
- At 5:31pm on October 25, 2010,
Anjuelle Floyd said… - So glad you've joined ”Why Do You Write & What Is Your Process?”
We have a wonderful group of members. I encourage you to read their profiles and visit my blog that lists the essays members have offered in answering the question that is the name of our group.
I encourage you to consider submitting an essay where you answer the question.
This is a great way to introduce yourself and a good promotional opportunity.
I also post the essay and picture (yours) on my personal blog.
To be featured forward your essay and picture to: nepadfwriter@yahoo.com
Again, I am glad to have you joined us and hope your time here will provide encouragement and helpful information about writing, publishing and all that good stuff.
Take care.
anjuelle
www.anjuellefloyd.com Imagination is the key to freedom.
The author's job is to cultivate and nurture her or his imagination and that of others.
www.anjuellefloyd.com/books/keeper-of-secrets/
www.anjuellefloyd.com/books/the-house/
- At 11:13am on July 17, 2010,
Maddie Dawson said… - Welcome, Mercedes! You make a good point about Saturday. It seems to be one of the "perks" of being a writer that we get to write 24/7. My writery list sounds like yours.
- At 5:51pm on July 16, 2010,
Meg Waite Clayton said… - Delighted to have you join us the Novelist group. You might jump in by telling us what you’re working on in the “Show Me Your Novel and I’ll Show You Mine” discussion if you're not too uncomfortable talking about what you're working on. I’ll look forward to chatting with you!
- At 1:01pm on July 16, 2010,
The Salonniere said… - Hi Mercedes and welcome to She Writes! I hope you find it a productive, supportive place to be, and I'm so glad you are here with us. And Shock Totem sounds rad.
Warm best,
Kamy
Founder, She Writes
- At 4:46pm on July 15, 2010,
Kate the Book Buff said… - Hello and welcome! I just wanted to introduce myself, and my blog, The Book Buff: Book Reviews for Regular People. Check it out at http://www.thebookbuff.blogspot.com or find me on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/thebookbuff
There are some great giveaways going on right now at The Book Buff:
True North (low entries, ends tomorrow, 7/16)
How to Help Parents and Kids Get Over the Fear of Math
The Pack (YA SciFi Action)
She Writes can be a bit overwhelming at first, so if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
-Kate the Book Buff
- At 2:10pm on July 15, 2010, Meg Waite Clayton said…
- Mercedes, Welcome to She Writes! If you’re looking for a place to jump in, we’d love to have you join us in the Publishing Industry News group, or in Novelists – Struggling or Not.
Hope you enjoy the site.
Meg Waite Clayton
Moderator, Publishing Industry News, and Novelist Group
Author of the national bestseller The Wednesday Sisters, The Language of Light, a Bellwether Prize finalist, and the forthcoming The Four Ms. Bradwells (Ballantine, March 2011)
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D. Wright Downs commented on the blog post 'Write Outside the Box'"Thanks, Kimberly. Seems as though I have to fit in time to write, but I am retired. I can fit other things in. I have always lived outside the box…I try to think inside the box when I write because I was a journalist.…"
Patricia Gligor replied to the discussion 'Do I need to start a blog or a website?' in the group Your First Novel"Alison,
In answer to your question, yes, you should definitely create a blog and post to it regularly. I post once a week and I "advertise" my posts on several sites including She Writes. For example, this week I'm interviewing author…"
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