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Library Lovers Day

Posted on February 14, 2023February 14, 2023
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By WB Intern Cathy Sheafor We writers love libraries and today is a perfect opportunity to show our gratitude! Today is Valentine’s Day, broadly known as a celebration of romance […]

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5 Picture Books to Say I Love You This Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 12, 2023February 12, 2023
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by WB Intern Macy Lane In Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s famous Sonnet 43, “How Do I Love Thee?”, she counts the many ways she expresses her love. While her passion surpasses […]

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8 Mind-Boggling Mysteries To Enjoy

Posted on February 2, 2023February 2, 2023
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by WB Senior Intern, Deborah Darden In observation of National Puzzle Day being last week, it’s only right to join in the festivities befitting of a bookworm! That’s why we […]

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Happy National Thank Your Mentor Day!

Posted on January 26, 2023January 26, 2023
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By WB Intern Cathy Sheafor We writers are no strangers when it comes to having a mentor. This National Thank Your Mentor Day, WB Intern Cathy Sheafor wrote a brief […]

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Success Story with Anita Yasuda

Posted on January 17, 2023January 18, 2023
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Cheers to author and Writing Barn success story, Anita Yasuda! She is celebrating her new book, UP, UP, UP!: JUNKO TABEI’S PIONEERING EVEREST CLIMB with illustrator Yuko Shimizu, out with Clarion/Harper […]

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8 Winter Romances Worth Reading!

Posted on December 28, 2022December 28, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Winter is a season that holds many wonders. Oftentimes, it’s a season where new love blooms, and sometimes old love is rekindled. We’ve compiled a […]

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Book Review: The Bluest Eye

Posted on December 16, 2022December 16, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Summary: The Bluest Eye is a very powerful novel by acclaimed author Toni Morrison. It dives deep into the life of eleven-year-old Pecola Breedlove, a […]

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Your WB Holiday Guide: Top 10 Gifts for Writers

Posted on December 6, 2022December 6, 2022
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It’s that time of year again where shoppers are searching aimlessly for the perfect gift for their loved ones. Got a writer to shop for? We’ve got you covered! Check […]

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Tips for Writing A Winter Setting

Posted on December 4, 2022December 4, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Crafting settings in our stories that accurately portray the seasons can be a real challenge. A scene that takes place in winter can be especially […]

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Book Recommendations Based on Genres

Posted on December 2, 2022
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by WB Intern, Gimena Perez “I have no idea what to read!”  Be honest, we have all felt this way before. Sometimes you look at the pile of unread books, […]

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