Welcome to Darlene's Literary Universe Welcome to My Universe of Literature: Discover, Author, and Roam. Explore My Books For lovers of romance and science fiction, explore The Divantinum Project: Wastling, Forbidden Timeline, and Gliese 667. The Divantinum Project: Wastling On the eve of Earth’s collapse, Gaia Jackson—a half-Goddess with no memory of her past—is thrust…
Welcome to the enchanting realm of Writerland, where fiction, nonfiction, and poetry come alive. Regardless of where I am, when I write, I step into a sacred space inside me. I imagine a mystical cave, nestled high in the mountains—a sanctuary where we writers can find solace, inspiration, and the opportunity to rejuvenate our craft.…
Here are a few of my favorite writer affirmations. Be brave. Work on your craft. Enjoy! Darlene
This cozy corner is dedicated to all Bookdragons, Bookworms, and Lovers of Literature. Hi. I'm Darlene, a passionate Bookdragon. I am inviting you to join me on an exhilarating literary adventure. I've crafted this space to celebrate the enchanting world of literature. Here you can explore captivating worlds of fiction, uncover the treasures of nonfiction,…
Are you a writer who has ever found themselves trapped in the clutches of a blank page, yearning to unleash the words within? If so, look no further, for this extraordinary prompt book is tailor-made for you! I am Darlene Reilley, the creative mind behind the empowering and inspiring content at DarWrites blog. Introducing DarWrites:…
This post is about a question. What if? Instead of taking about the question and the meaning for your writing, I’m going to deep dive in and I’m sure you’ll see the benefit. Ready? Here we go. What if. What if I went on vacation on a boat a little sailboat with friends?…
How are you doing? I hope you're okay. Did you have time to look at the types of writing available? Here's a reminder: You can take your writing anywhere...but you should choose wisely. Do you research and look at the different kinds of writing available. I’m going to share my original raw business plan with you,…
An Ancient Secret. A Broken Sisterhood. A World on the Edge. They say all legends are born from a grain of truth. But for Gaea, the truth is a secret six million years in the making. An ancient power, hidden away on Earth. A sisterhood shattered by betrayal. A planet on the brink of devastation.…
Introducing Darlene Reilley's captivating debut poetry collection, "In Poetry from the Heart: God, Guys, and the Rest of It." Within these pages, the essence of life unfolds, revealing its intricate complexities and diverse experiences. This collection explores the vast spectrum of emotions that illuminate our lives, from the depths of love to the trials and…
Join me in a fun writing adventure! Dear Writer, Are you writing characters you love that grow and have fascinating lives? Are your worlds unique? Do you want to write an anthropologist more fascinating than Nora Robert’s Callie Dunbright in Birthright? [I love this book!] How about Kathy Reich’s Temperance “Bones” Brennan? Do you…
Tolkien is one of our best writers. If you haven't read his epic odyssey, I would encourage you to. No copyright infringement intended - this was written to honor the master of Fantasy. Ode to Tolkein: The Hobbit Story Darlene Reilley Host, host, host a party Bang, bang, bang on the door Party, party,…
Calling all aspiring writers and seasoned wordsmiths! Prepare to unlock a realm of unimagined stories with 1,001 Plot Ideas to Get You Started. Whether you're taking your first steps on the writing path or seeking fresh inspiration to fuel your creativity, this remarkable collection is the ultimate companion for your writer's journey. Within the pages…
Question: how do writers write? What's the process that brings something from a blank page to words with meaning and love? First, I'll give you my finished piece and show you how I got there. And if you stick with me through the whole process...I'll give you a gift at the end that is one of…
If you’ve ever dove off a cliff into a lake, you know the most terrifying moment isn’t when you’re safe on the ground looking down, it’s the moment after you’ve stepped off the ledge and you think, oh, shit, I hope I don’t hit a rock. Then the water rushes as you plunge down to…
Hey, writer. How are you doing? I hope you enjoyed Part 1 and Part 2 of this journey. Welcome to Part 3: How to Start a Freelance Writing Plan, the Website. It’s time to set up your home on the internet. Can you freelance without a website? Yes, but why would you want to? This…
Hi, I'm Athena Grayson, and I've been a writer for twenty years. In spite of that, I have made some HUUGE mistakes in my career. Get ready to point and laugh and most importantly, Learn From My Fail. Writing is an art, a craft, and a business. No one can tell you how to do…
Earlier this week, I did a fun challenge on Facebook. I posted an open challenge for writers to set a goal and tell me if they reached it. Several did. When we write, we are often alone, but the thing is - we are never truly alone. We have the collective minds of all our…
Dear Writers, I'd like to introduce you to DL Fowler, author of Transform Your Fiction: Essential Tools and Lincoln Raw. Take it away, DL! I get inside people's heads and invite readers along for the ride. DL Fowler Do You Write for Readers? Another book on writing. Just what the world needs. How many ways can you…
Setting Writing Goals: May 2017 Hey, writer, how's it going? Did you write in May? I hope you did. I hope you scheduled time to write and followed through with your promise to your art. I did a lot of soul searching, teaching, and writing. This month, I focused on working on my novel, The…
Archaeology I started with archaeology and come back to it every time. If I weren’t a writer, I’d be at a dig site, buried in dirt up to my elbows…and I might still do this. Archaeology rocks (pun intended) because you get to ask questions and touch artefacts that people used – as…
