Monthly Archives: October 2010

Dealing with Rejection

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Victoria Janssen

I am sure there must be at least a few writers who’ve never been rejected, but I’m equally sure they’re the exceptions that prove the rule. It’s part of being a writer. If you don’t submit your work, it can’t … Continue reading →

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Edward Thomas, "As the Team’s Head-Brass"

Posted on October 3, 2010 by Victoria Janssen

As the Team’s Head-Brass As the team’s head-brass flashed out on the turn The lovers disappeared into the wood. I sat among the boughs of the fallen elm That strewed the angle of the fallow, and Watched the plough narrowing … Continue reading →

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Gilbert Frankau, "Eyes in the Air"

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Victoria Janssen

Eyes in the Air Our guns are a league behind us, our target a mile below,And there’s never a cloud to blind us from the haunts of our lurking foe–Sunk pit whence his shrapnel tore us, support-trench crest concealed,As clear … Continue reading →

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Telepathy and Romance

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Victoria Janssen

Telepathy and romance are two great tastes that ought to taste great together. So why is it that, so often, a telepathic heroine or hero–finds true love with the one person whose mind can’t be read?It’s part of a romance … Continue reading →

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