My friends, 2019 has been a great year for some, but a year of struggle for many. My year had sweet highs and crushing lows. I’m looking forward to the bright, shiny New Year. I hope you are too. Through the sun and rain, I learned a few things which I’m happy to share with… Continue reading 2020 Takeaways
Author: tiffanydickinson
I am a multi-genre writer, with published articles and award-winning poems and short stories. I write for all ages, focusing on fiction and poetry. I have several works in progress including picture books, short stories, and novels. I'm a member of SCBWI, Willamette Writers, and Oregon Writers Colony, and I'm currently enrolled in the Institute of Children's Literature. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter (@TiffanyDickins4), and Instagram (@tiffanyddickinson). Thanks for visiting and may we meet on the written page again soon!
Success in 2019!
Happy Almost New Year’s Eve Everyone! Children's author Julie Hedlund (http://www.juliehedlund.com/12days) challenged participants of her 12 Days of Christmas for Writers series to post SUCCESSES (rather than resolutions) on our blogs this year. She believes the way New Year's resolutions are traditionally made come from a place of negativity - what DIDN'T get done or… Continue reading Success in 2019!
STORYSTORM 2020 Registration is Open!
Writers, join in the fun and inspiration of generating 30 new story ideas in January 2020. Visit @taralazar.com, register, and write to make friends and win prizes. I've done it, I loved it, and I won a great prize (critique). Good luck!
Just When You Thought It Would Never Happen . . . The 2019 Halloweensie Contest Finalists – Vote For Your Favorite!!!
My Halloweensie story did not place, but here are the top 12 out of 324 (!) entries for your enjoyment. Aren't they terrific? Feel free to follow the link to Susanna's site and vote for your favorite.
Halloweensie Contest
For the first time, I'm entering Susanna Leonard Hill's annual Halloweensie Contest. The rules this year is that the story be for children aged 12 and under, 100 words or fewer, and include the words: trick, cobweb, and potion. Please enjoy my entry below! Hob, Gob, and Lin Hob, Gob, and Lin Wandered on the… Continue reading Halloweensie Contest