Tag Archives: John W. Howell Author
Top Ten Things Not to Do on a Spa Vacation
Because of the Super Bowl getting in the way of my creative time, I am republishing a post from February 6th of 2017. I hope you enjoy. *** The inspiration for this list came from looking at possible spa vacations and then deciding to pass after reviewing all the material. I hope you enjoy the […]
Views of the Neighborhood – The Activity Center in Lakeway
The Activity Center in Lakeway is a hectic place. There are events and classes every day. Today I wan,t to highlight an event that takes place during January and February. It is the brown bag music sessions held on Thursdays. There is a signpost up ahead. Let’s go investigate. As you can see, the event […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday- Prompt – “Choices”
It is Stream of Consciousness Saturday time again, and this week’s prompt is “choices.” Not just any choices mind you. Let’s let Linda Hill explain in her words. “Your Friday prompt for Stream of Consciousness Saturday is “choices.” Base your post on the subject of making small, uneventful choices. Enjoy!” If you would like […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF
The week seems to have flown by. Not sure why. Maybe it is because it has been a busy one. I have received most of the beta reader comments on my WIP. I have been very pleased with the quality of the suggestions. Beta-reader comments are seldom a surprise to me because they usually are […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Play Ball or Not
“Hey, Little one. How about a game of Jolly ball.” “Um. I’m kind of busy right now.” “Busy? Doing what?” “I’m looking for acorns.” “Acorns? You know you are not supposed to chew those. They’re not good for dogs.” “I’m not going to chew them.” “What are you going to do then?” “I’m going to […]
Wednesday Story Day – AKA – Hump Day
It is Wednesday Story Day again and last week Jerry’s landlord walked in asking a lot of questions and then fingered the three to the police as possible trespassers. This was all after a bunch of guys made toothpicks out of Jerry’s door. So, our boys are about to get a visit by a […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue #247 by Keith Channing
In Keith’s words “Using this photo (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put it (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before 6pm next Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time […]
Cover reveal and Pre-Order for The Reckoning Squad by Susanne Burke
I am pleased to be part of the announcement and cover reveal for Suzanne Burke’s latest thriller. The regular Top Ten feature will be back next week. I was fortunate to be part of the beta reader team for The Reckoning Squad and can say this is another great example of Suzanne’s talent for writing […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Music at the Library
As if the place wasn’t cool enough, every Friday the Lake Travis Community Library hosts a musical performance. This week is was The Southside Sheiks Band These guys bill themselves as “Raisin’ a ruckus wherever they go, the Southside Sheiks will play old-timey jug band, ragtime, and holler blues.” Other weeks have included a […]
Stream of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “Last Call.”
It is Stream of Consciousness Saturday time again, and this week’s prompt needs an expert to describe. So let’s drag Linda Hill from her warm cozy house and ask her to explain. “Fine, John. You could have at least allowed me to get my coat, but never mind. Here it is. Your prompt […]
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