Author Archives: John W. Howell
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s Good News story comes from the Business Korea periodical and was brought to my attention by Noelle Granger. Groundbreaking Bio-catalyst Developed for Efficient PET Plastic Decomposition by Michael Herh – January 2025 The Ministry of Science and ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) has announced a groundbreaking development in the field of plastic recycling. […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste on a Rainy Day
“Still raining, Twiggy.” “Means I’m going to hunker down right here.” “We have that tent out there, which means we won’t get wet.” “But it is still chilly.” “Yeah, that’s true. By the way, why does Dad have his underwear in a bunch?” “Don’t worry. He’s just launching a new book is all.” “Hasn’t he […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt – “Steps”
Today, I randomly opened Detour on the Eternal Road to page 45. With my eyes closed, I pointed to the page. The word closest to my finger was “Steps,” which became the prompt. Steps by John W. Howell © 2024 “We need to make a list.” “A list? What for?” “Lists help with organization by […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do In a Bookstore
This post was published on January 4, 2016. Since we all go to bookstores, it may be helpful. * * * This list is inspired by observing some pretty unusual things on bookstore visits. I hope you enjoy it. Top Ten Things Not to Do In a Bookstore 10 In a bookstore, do not set […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Artist Guy Burchak
Today, we are visiting Lakeway City Hall to view some art pieces by artist Guy Burchak. We are catered by Aba of Austin. Our entertainment is Bruce Springsteen. Menu BLACKBERRY DROP BISCUIT – blackberry compote, whipped cream AVOCADO TOAST – pomegranate, preserved lemon, mint KHACHAPURI – baked egg, cremini mushroom, graviera, green onion AÇAÍ BOWL […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt –
One of the more difficult tasks here at the house is keeping the coffee machine in line. Although it is not alive there are suspicions that deep within it’s bowls rests an alien being. It coud be simply AI instaled at the Swiss facory but knowing the Swiss there would be a warning displayed somewhere […]
Friday JohnKu – TGIF – Fri-Yay Good/News – A visit with Sally Cronin
This header should look familiar. It belongs to Sally G Cronin, who has a very successful blog built on helping other Indie authors be more successful. Sally is an Indie author herself, and she has 18 books published. Today, she features my latest book, Detour on the Eternal Road. I am so grateful for her […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste in the Snow
“Look at this stuff, Twiggy.” “It’s snow, Tempeste.” “Where has it been my whole life?” “It only falls every few years here.” “Look, you can pick up the chunks and eat it.” “That makes it fun. Low calorie, too.” “Well, some of us who are sleek and in fighting condition don’t have to worry.” “You […]
Resa McConaghy – Costume Designer – Honors Detour on the Eternal Road
Resa McConaghy had a decades-long career designing costumes in over 50 movies for stars like Kim Cattrall and Helen Mirren. When the film industry ground to a halt during Covid, she started upcycling old fabric into elaborate couture. Today, she honored me by designing Cloud Wear for Sam Tourneau, a protagonist in Detour on the […]
Tuesday Anything Possible – Finger Point Prompt –
Today, I randomly opened my latest Detour on the Eternal Road (Now available on Amazon) to page 205. With my eyes closed, I pointed to the page, and the word closest to my finger was “Thinking.” Thinking by John W. Howell © 2024 “I was thinking.” “A new activity for you.” “Very funny. I’m serious.” […]
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