On roads not taken
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,And sorry I could not travel bothAnd be one traveler, long I stoodAnd looked down one as far as I could…Robert Frost Books have always been a huge part of my life and my psyche, so it should not have come as a surprise that, after a brief detour…
“If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.” ~ Stephen King
Why is it important for a writer to read? There are several reasons. One, there is nothing new under the sun. Stephen King’s novels and short stories borrow elements from other writers; Shakespeare’s plays took plots and characters from the Greeks and from fellow playwrights. Whether you are writing a novel, a letter, a resume,…
Less, or Fewer?
So, is it less, or fewer? When comparing two quantities, it’s not always clear whether it’s better to say that you have less of something, or fewer of it. The basic rule is, if you can count it as individual items (apples, dogs, bottles, fingers, enemies), use fewer. If the quantity in question, however, can’t…
About Me
Hi, I’m Lillie. Previously a magazine editor, I became a full-time mother and freelance writer in 2017. I spend most of my time with my kids and husband over at The Brown Bear Family but this blog is for my love of food and sharing my favorites with you!
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