Tag Archives: poetry

Travel Mystery for Kids

Posted on January 2, 2014 by robinofrockridge

Author J.L. Jusaitis writes a travel mystery series for middle grades students. I’m sure your kids and students will be intrigued with this story set in modern Austria. Her next novel in the series is set in France. .http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Anderswelt-JL-Jusaitis-ebook/dp/B0098TH2G4/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1388699779&sr=1-1&keywords=Journey+to+Anderswelt Journey to … Continue reading →

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Grammar Turkeys

Posted on November 24, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Thank you, writer friend Arlene Miller, for sharing your fun blogs about grammar. Here, Arlene presents some real “grammar turkeys.”http://bigwords101.com/2013/blog/happy-thanksgiving-some-real-grammar-turkeys/ Arlene is the author of the popular CORRECT ME IF I’M WRONG and THE BEST LITTLE GRAMMAR BOOK, EVER! books. … Continue reading →

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Read YOUR Work Aloud

Posted on November 22, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Come read YOUR work (poetry, fiction or nonfiction) aloud TOMORROW at: Redwood Writers Open Mic Readings at  SoCo Coffee on Sat. November 23, 2 to 4 p.m. Featured readers:  Sharon Hamilton and Ann (Wilkes) Hutchinson  Join us for camaraderie and coffee … Continue reading →

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Read Aloud with Redwood Writers

Posted on October 25, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Come read YOUR writing or poetry aloud at                  Redwood Writers Open Mic Readings at  SoCo Coffee on Sat. October 26, 2 to 4 p.m. Featured readers: Laura McHale Holland and Ana Manwaring Join us for camaraderie and coffee or tea. Light … Continue reading →

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More Hot Summer Readings

Posted on August 25, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Hot, lazy days of summer are always one of my favorite times to enjoy a good book, whether it be fiction or nonfiction. The heat sometimes limits what we can do outside and when; we may instead sip a cool drink … Continue reading →

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Reading Your Work Aloud in Public

Posted on May 26, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Here’s a blog post link shared by author Linda McCabe outlining the best hints for reading your work aloud in public. Thank you, Linda! Linda is the author of QUEST OF THE WARRIOR MAIDEN, historical fiction set in the time … Continue reading →

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April’s Open Mic Featured Readers

Posted on April 28, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Redwood Writers member Michelle Wing entertained us as a Featured Reader for the RW Open Mic yesterday at SoCo Coffee in Santa Rosa. Her poetry enticed us to picture the images and appreciate the rhythms and moods of her work … Continue reading →

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Share YOUR Literary Treat

Posted on April 22, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Share YOUR Literary Treat at the Redwood Writers Open Mic Readings at SoCo Coffee on Sat., April 27th 2 to 4 p.m. Featured readers: Michelle Wing and Gil Mansergh Join us for camaraderie and coffee or tea. Light snacks are … Continue reading →

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8 Tips for Reading Your Work Aloud

Posted on March 11, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Thank you to my writer friend Linda McCabe for allowing me to post her blog on reading your writing in public. Linda lists eight excellent tips on getting the most out of your public readings. http://lcmccabe.blogspot.com/2013/02/dos-and-donts-of-public-speaking.html Dos and Don’ts of … Continue reading →

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Open Mic Featured Poet

Posted on December 1, 2012 by robinofrockridge

At the October 27th Open Mic reading hosted by Redwood Writers, poet Juanita J. Martin was our featured reader. Juanita read from her new book of poetry The Lighthouse Beckons. Juanita is a multitalented writer who often does freelance work, … Continue reading →

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