by Gina Ardito | Aug 27, 2011 | Advice Whether You Want it or Not, Hurricane Irene, weather, writing tips
Yup…we’re bracing for a hurricane after the shortest beach vacation ever: the fam and I arrived on Wednesday afternoon and were forced to evacuate on Friday morning. But that’s not what I’m writing about today. Today, I want to share what...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 26, 2011 | Friday Five, Television; Dexter; Family
Sure, I’m a writer. But that doesn’t mean I don’t have a few guilty pleasures on the “boob tube.” In fact, there are several I’ll DVR if I know I won’t be home to watch or might fall asleep before they’re...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 21, 2011 | Family
I’m currently en route to Oneonta to take my daughter to her junior year in college. Those of you who know me know how close Tori and I are. And yes. I’m trying to hold back the tears. Because as sad as I am to finally let her go, I’m also so...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 19, 2011 | Friday Five, publishing secrets
There are lots of writers willing to share their success stories with you. But because I’m a rebel <grin!>, I’m going to give you a few tips on how to fail.1. Write an 800+ page manuscript (yes, I’ve done this.)2. Pitch your erotic...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 17, 2011 | Mid-Week Rude Awakening
A fairly well-known predatory company that calls itself a publishing house has a great idea for you to reach the bestseller list: sell to your family and friends! Umm…okay. I don’t care if you hit every person in your high school graduating class....