by Gina Ardito | Aug 31, 2013 | A to Z blogging, Christmas Anthology, Christmas in August, Mistletoe and Magic
It’s the end of August. What better time to think about Christmas? (I know the retailers agree with me!)Mistletoe and Magic is an anthology of two holiday stories. One was written by the uber-talented (and all-around fun gal pal) Carolyn Hughey. The other is...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 28, 2013 | A to Z blogging, beaches, Calendar Girls, ferries, Hamptons, Long Island, Montauk, Snug Harbor
My home. Why do I love it? Because I’m a two-hour drive to all that New York City has to offer if I head west, and a two-hour drive to the more relaxing beaches and wineries of the East End if I drive…well…east. For those unfamiliar with my little...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 26, 2013 | A to Z blogging, Advice Whether You Want it or Not, Articles, Kindergarten, Romance Writing, Writers and Authors, writing tips
One of the first articles I ever wrote for a writing group’s newsletter was a take on the old “All I Really Need to Know, I Learned in Kindergarten.” My full version is available on my website. Here, I’ll just give you a few highlights. Be...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 22, 2013 | A to Z blogging, Amazon, Aqua Notes, Blue Mind, Creativity, Dopamine, Ideas, Inspiration, writing tips
People are often mystified by writers (or any artist, really). They want to know where we get all our wonderful ideas.The thing with a creative mind, is the more you allow that part of you free rein, the more ideas will come to you. No matter how many stories...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 20, 2013 | A to Z blogging, Amazon, Birthday, Happy birthday
I’m 51 today. (Sssh. Don’t tell. I usually say I’m ten years older so people compliment me on how fabulous I look for my age.) I already got my gift from the Hubster: a brand new Kindle Fire HD, along with a sassy cover and convenient plug-in...
