 Lisa Ricard Claro has launched her own writing and editing business. Ricard Writing & Editing offers a variety of services at various levels.
Do you have a HM (hot mess) of a WIP? Are you in desperate need of help when it comes to your manuscript? Have you begged for an objective pair of eyes, but are suspicious your writing friends are
Yes? Then Lisa is the answer to your problem. Not only will she help you with your manuscript, she'll also craft a book blurb, a query letter or (shudder) a synopsis. If you've read any of Lisa's work--her short stories or her novel (her 2nd novel is coming out in January)--you know what a gifted writer she is. If you've ever read her comments on other people's blogs, or her replies to comments on her blog, then you know what a deft touch she has with humor and encouragement, along with how in tune she is with each individual writer she encounters. Since Friday, I've been camped out at Half Price Books. I'm wrapping gifts for Love a Golden Rescue. It's my favorite bookstore. (And they're coming to Atlanta, for you folks in Georgia). Each HPB location has a huge assortment of used books, records (33 rpm's, baby!), movies, comic books, CD's, and even videotapes (what are those?). They will literally buy anything except yesterday's newspaper. Old People magazines? They'll buy them. Your beloved Bee Gees concert videotape? They'll buy it but might snicker over the images of the brothers Gibb in feathered hair and leisure suits once you've left the building. They also have new books, but with way-cheaper prices than their competitors. What book or magazine do you have that you might be reluctant--because of the guffaw effect you might cause--to take to a used book store? And since I won't be posting until next Monday, have a wonderful Christmas (if you celebrate Christmas). Eat an extra piece of pie for me... |
The Pyrenees---Southern France
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
For Lisa, I Will Be an Employer of Ladies of the Evening
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My mother was in her 40s when I was born, and I had the good fortune to find her pregnancy book. Here is one of my favorite quotes: “If you have been used to smoking considerably…by no means try to give [cigarettes] up in pregnancy. There is no surer way of upsetting the nerves at a period when you should be calm and happy, or of converting a placid, sweet-tempered girl into an intolerable shrew.” It also suggests confirming pregnancy with an x-ray (in the fifth month) among other gems. Speaking of gems, you summed up Lisa Ricard Claro just beautifully! Merry Christmas from an intolerable shrew!
ReplyDeleteTammy--That book is a keeper. There's probably a gem on every page...
DeleteBook? Probably "The Book of Rudy." It's words of wisdom from a retired Navy seal on the first season of Survivor.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.amazon.com/The-Book-Rudy-Wisdom-Boesch/dp/1580626130
How about some music? I'll bet somebody can't wait to snap up my Don Johnson "Heartbeat" CD from 1986. Here. Have a listen.
http://www.secondspin.com/s/product/856358?c3apiks=362_901949&cid=1334109&gclid=CPfwpYX18MkCFQEaaQodEVcKmQ#.VnoEHlKLgdU
Val--As soon as I saw the name Don Johnson, I could (unfortunately) hear the song. You still have it? I only have one question.
DeleteWhy?
Omigosh...thanks for pimping for me! This was a most pleasant surprise this morning, and I so appreciate your support. :)
ReplyDeleteHPB - Half-Priced Books, right? Where are they in Atlanta? I checked their website but they don't list a Georgia location.
Books that would cause laughter? Oh, gosh. That's a tough one. Can't think of one off the top of my head, but I'm sure I have many. If one comes to mind, I'll be back!
Lisa--You are welcome. It's all true stuff.
DeleteOne is coming to Decatur (?) and one to a suburb/another suburb of Atlanta, probably in the Spring or Summer.
Merry Christmas, Sioux! Mister Man does not allow me to get rid of any records (Old DJ's never quit listening to music; their turntables just quit spinning, if you know what I mean. ;-) and every time I give away books, I end up bringing another stack home.
ReplyDeleteYep, Lisa's given me years of her expertise--she's a gem!
Cathy--I don't think you bring back a new stack. I think the leftover books reproduce while you're gone.
DeleteAt least that's what happens at MY house.
One of my favorite (but odd according to my hubby) is The Tao of Pooh. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
ReplyDeletePat--I think I've seen that book before. It's probably a charming book. Your husband is mistaken.
DeleteMerry Christmas to YOUR family. Enjoy!
I have an old four set collection of The Platters albums in mint condition. No turntable, but the LPs. Happy Holidays to you and yours. Loved Riley's illustration on the card.
ReplyDeleteLinda--The Platters? They were good. However, they don't sound good when you don't have a turntable.
DeleteI'm glad you liked it. I have her chained to a table, drawing and coloring a card for next year. By October or so, she'll have it done.
They say vinyl is making a comeback. Best to keep all those old albums!
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Pat--Vinyl IS making a comeback and I'm thrilled. There is nothing like that quiet hissss that's a part of vinyl records.
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