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GOLSMITH W SPENCER:
Joel David Kaplan John McCain
Joel David Kaplan John McCain:
Joel David Kaplan the pilot was John McCain now president usa
Jeannie Ruesch:
I'm thrilled you ladies are enjoying the WIP Notebook! Thanks for the comments. :)
Marie:
Hi, love your colours and layout.
Pika:
blog hopping.... nice header!
Hazel Quinn:
Hi! LOVE your journal name. I write coz I can't help myself & want to exchange links with quality sites. Would u care to exchange? Best wishes ~Hazel Quinn
Amy:
Oops! I forgot to post on Saturday! 
My only excuse is I was writing away from the net and it completely slipped my overtaxed mind!
My only excuse is I was writing away from the net and it completely slipped my overtaxed mind!
Amy:
Knock Off is a Desert Rose Finalist! Go Babe Rhonda!! 
Pika:
oohhh.... i like this
Rhonda:
I'll add a feed if you tell me how :>)
Realm:
hi there
Korner:
blog hopping
Bits & Pieces:
hello...
Caffey:
Hi, can you add a feed to this blog. I'd love to put it on my google reader. Most blogs have the feeds so the blog can be read in one place. Thanks. I'm so glad I found it. Leanne, who I love to read, told me about it!
Lainey Bancroft:
The Babes books are in my blog spotlight! Thanks again!
Mandi791:
Hey just stopped by to say hi! If u have any more links left, would u like to exchange?
Amy:
Charlotte has answered questions! Go back and read 'em.
Cheryl S.:
I'm going to have to go with Charlotte Hughes also.
Maureen:
Okay, my guess...Charlotte Hughes
Jonella Beauty:
Hi Babes, Your blog is wonderful. 
rhonda:
Thanks Lainey!
Lainey:
Hi Babes! I gave you a much deserved award on my blog!
Rhonda:
Don't forget to run out and buy your copy of KNOCK OFF - the paperback is available wherever books are sold. KNOCK EM DEAD will be out at the beginning of March.
Amy:
Any one guessing about the guest blogger? post your guess here!!
Amy:
Happy New Year Everyone!
Toni:
Just stopping by to check whats going on.
GK:
happy new year..care to exchange link?if so let me know so I can add your link to my blog.
mandi791:
Merry Christmas :) and Happy Friday to you
Lainey:
Hey Babdes! You and your fabulous prize pack are the stars of my blog today. A million thank you's for the early stocking stuffed with goodies! xo
Garf:
care to exchange link
Lainey:
T'anks Babes. You're the Bestest!Great contest, and I thought ALL the Odes were fun!
The Babes:
Congrats Lainey! 
Your Ode earned the most votes!!
Your Ode earned the most votes!!
Amy:
Thank you Redstrength! I'll pass it one to him.
redstrength:
Your husband sounds like a wonderful man. I thank him and you for your service to out country.
B abes:
Don't forget to vote for your favorite Ode. There are seven great ones from which to choose!
Amy:
Happy Halloween Everyone! 
Toni :
Just stopping by to say have a safe Halloween!
Peggy:
I was just blog hopping and stumbled upon yours. It's great!
Keep up the good work!
Keep up the good work!
Babes:
We're launching a contest on 10/29 - watch for details this week!
Rhonda:
The Heather Graham will be here all week. PLEASE don't forget too thank Donna for her guest appearance and fabulous answers from last week! Rhonda
Amy:
Donna will be answering all your questions today. Be patient
Rhonda:
Hi Cheryl and welcome!
Cheryl Norman:
I just discovered this blog and have bookmarked it. What fun I had "visiting" you today!
Rhonda:
Heather Graham is Coming! 10/15-10/19, it's NTY Bestselling author Heather Graham Week here at BabesinBookland. Don't miss the opportunity to hear what she has to say!
Rhonda:
Uber-Agent Donna Bagdasarian will be here to answer any and all questions 10/8-10/12!!!! You won't want to miss this opportunity!
corina:
One reason why I enjoy stopping by this blog, is the very direct approach the authors here take. That in itself, seems to be a scarce quality this day in age. God bless.
That in itself, seems to be a scarce quality this day in age. God bless.
MURPHY:
HELLO
redstrength8:
Great Blog!! I really enjoyed your "Lucy" stories.
lutchi:
blog hoppin`, nest blog you have here, hope you can visit mine too sometimes. TC
Toni :
Just passing by and decided to rest on your blog. Feel free to stop past mine too.
Pollero:
Thanks Holly - we are so happy to have been honored with Journal of the Week. Babes Rock!
murphy:
just stop to say hi
Congratulations on winning JOTW!
Kerri:
Just surfing through and thought I'd say HI and congrats on JotW.
MURPHY:
HELLO
sparkle:
Hello, I am just around the neighbourhood and dropping in to say hi to all the bravers here. Have an peaceful weekend
Melissa-V:
Greetings! Just surfing through other writer/author journals. Glad to meet you, have bookmarked and will return again soon.Cheers! 
Kim:
Woohoo! Thank you! I'm already a big fan of hers.
Rhonda:
Way to go Kim!!!! Congrats! As soon as we get the link up for Amy's website, you can contact her for your autographed book.
Kim:
Is the new babe Amy J. Fetzer?
Rhonda:
Nope, not Heather, but good guess
Marilyn:
Is the new babe Heather Graham?
witchykitten:
Just doing some blog hopping :)
medicine:
good article!
Kim:
Thank you so much for the books and bookbag!!
lorraine:
your online journal is just too pretty :D i love it!! keep it up! tc
Kim:
Woohoo!! I guessed it right!
Cheap auto insurance quote:
Nice site thank you
Rhonda Pollero:
Only 2 guesses, sheesh - there's free stuff at stake herre
JackieToo:
I would have to say that the new babe is Janet Evanovich.
Kim:
A new babe...I'm going to guess Mary Stella
Sulome':
Hello, Nice Blog! Very Amusing reading! Kindest Regards, Sulome'
LesaDragon:
Ah.. ok. Can do. Ahem... Check, Check.. is this thing on! :) Couldn't resist. THANKS!!
becky:
Hi Lesa - we're gearing up now - keep checking back!
LesaDragon:
if you had a contest? Where would it be? and would the post title read "contest?"
star:
hiii, nice blog kawaii !! ^__^ good luck to you
Becky:
Thanks Corina, the Babes are always happy to entertain, amuse and sometimes pass on info that might have some value!
corina:
i was amused in reading this blog...it's refreshingly candid, and in an odd sort of way: "Cute". Have a great weekend.
LesaDragon:
I have seem so many, it's hard to pick just one. When I saw this question from Cherry, it reminded me of the story about the "Hot Santa" cover. :)
BARBARA REGIS:
MAD WORLD BY PEPPER ESPINOZA - WHISKEY CREEK PRESS - IT LOOKS LIKE SOME CHEAP PORN
Cherry:
Question of the Week!What is the worst cover you‘ve ever seen?
Rhonda:
Don't forget to sign up for the mailing list and add your location to the guestmap - we'll be starting a contest soon and we don't want you to miss out! The Babes!
june:
Great blog, Love thesound of the book.Sending hugs,June
Ccarla Alleyne:
love Cherry's books waiting for my book club to get more of her books.
Mary Stella:
This looks like great fun, but no skimping on your personal blogs! I'll add the Babes to my blogroll!
Tuesday, May 6th 2008
10:54 PM
I heart THE POCKET MUSE!
I love this little book. It stretches my mind when it feels narrow and tiny. It offers options when I feel like I have no choices. The official title is The Pocket Muse Ideas & Inspirations for Writing by Monica Wood. I have my bookmarks from FOOTLOOSE sticking out of about 50 pages. Some of the pages feature a photograph. Some ask a question. Some give an instruction or challenge. Others a writing exercise. Here are a few:
“Invent an opposite. What is the opposite of a kiss? What is the opposite of green? What is the opposite of a train? What is the opposite of cake? What is the opposite of a fence?”
“Don’t check your email today until you’ve written three pages.”
“Today’s horoscope: Your prized possession will turn up in someone else’s hands.”
“Imagine a coat. Imagine the pocket of a coat. Imagine what is in the pocket of the coat.”
“What is the subject you’re avoiding? Write it down.”
“Write about a person who wins something she does not want.”
“What is the longest time you ever waited for something or someone? Why did you wait?”
I love these provocative questions and assignments. They make me go to the core of my characters. They make me learn what pushes my characters over the edge. They really do spark my creativity. Well worth 12.99. Even when I look at the same question, I get a different answer.
Trust your crazy ideas.
Xo,
Leanne Banks
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