I really enjoyed the A-Z challenge this year. Not just because I had a blast writing the stories but because I read so many great blog posts. These are just a FEW of the many posts I read. Posts I want to read now that I have more time:
- The smart cookie behind Eagle's Aerial Perspective blogged on topics that frankly went way over my head. However, I'm determined to give each post another go--Astrophysics, here I come!
- Stephen Tremp blogged about the Goldilocks Zone. Each post made you feel special but they were also complex and worth another look.
- Hilary from Positive Letters .... inspirational stories .... blogged about Castles. I want to check out each one further.
- J.C. Martin wrote 26 posts about how to make your mystery story better. Who wouldn't want to read those posts again?
Post that were just plain fun:
- Who can forget Stormy at Heather Gardner's site? Follow the awesome gnome around for a month!
- Laura Marcella from Wavy Lines (my grand winner!) had 26 wacky and fun posts. Check out her quotes, quizzes and quirkiness.
- L. Diane Wolfe from Spunk on a Stick had posts on leadership and goal-setting--they were short but powerful.
The story tellers:
- Journaling Woman had 26 Grimm tales re-told. Each were suspenseful and unexpected.
- Cherie Reich had fabulous tales from her Flashes of Foxwich.
- Follow Angela Brown's story through-out the month of April. You'll grow to love the characters in no time.
The heart-warming:
- Cathy Olliffe-Webster from Life on the Muskoka River had fun and often heart-warming tales from her family life.
- Ann Best's look back at the classic movies and why they meant a lot to her.
- Denise Covey from L'Aussie Writer introduced us to 26 awesome bloggers and their life stories.
Awwww, Clarissa... you are so sweet!!!! Thanks so much for the mention! oxoxo
ReplyDeleteYou chose some great posts and hosts, Clarissa!
ReplyDeleteI came over now through Laura's blog. I write mysteries too so had to check you out! :)
ReplyDeleteThere are some great posts there, and some I missed! Thanks for the recommendations, and thanks for the mention! :)
ReplyDeleteI read all of those posts! You're right, some we need to go back and read again because they required the big brain.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to round off the challenge! :D
ReplyDeleteLoved your recap of the A-Z. Definitely some gems here.
ReplyDeleteHave to agree with you. I visited many of these at one time or anther during the month and thought I definitely had to go back post-challenge.
ReplyDeleteI thoroughly enjoyed your stories!! You really brought these most obscure but awful real death stories to life! Can I say that?!?! Well I enjoyed them! Take care
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So many great posts!! Thanks for sharing them again!
ReplyDeleteClarissa - Thanks so much for sharing your favourite posts. I also loved Jan Morrison's creative response to the challenge. She wrote a little story for each letter.
ReplyDeleteThis was a really nice glimpse at some very cool A-Z themes! Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteA great sadness that I didn't have time to read them all.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Clarissa. The A to Z site said keep them short, so I went for really short.
ReplyDeleteI didn't get to visit a lot of new blogs, but regulars like Stephen and Laura had great themes this year.
Aw, thanks for the mention. I loved writing those. As I revamp them there will be many changes. Hopefully for the better.
ReplyDeleteI love love loved your posts. I had to show up to read them. It was demanded by my curiousity.
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You all should be applauded for the good content and creativity. I also enjoyed Hilary's castles posts--part of the world I don't expect to ever see.
ReplyDeleteThis was so nice to see you profile so many of the A - Zers, Clarissa. And well done with your own posts!
ReplyDeletewhat a brilliant way to handle the wrap-up! I'd love to read over Stephen's Goldilocks stuff, too! I hate that I missed your mystery, but I know you guys had fun. Congrats for finishing! :o) <3
ReplyDeleteYou've given me a couple good looking blogs I didn't get to during the challenge. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteHi Clarissa -- I'm going to check out your suggestions if I haven't been there already. I've made only a tiny dent in that huge list, so it's nice to get these referrals.
ReplyDeleteI visited all of these blogs, too! I'll have to go back and read more of their A to Z posts. Thanks for highlighting my blog! I'm glad you enjoyed the posts. I had fun writing them!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week, Clarissa!
I loved the Golden Eagle's scientific posts.
ReplyDeleteGreat posting. Loved your stories of Stormy each day. I agree on some especially Eagle's Aerial Perspective that was way over my head, but I still continued reading daily.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the mention!
ReplyDeleteAnd now I have more blogs to check out their posts. I think I've missed a few on your list.
I loved your posts. It was like a car wreck, you don't want to know how these people died but you just had to come back and find out!
ReplyDeleteGreat blogs you named here. I do follow most of them.
I can't thank you enough for mentioning me. I really do appreciate it. I had a lot of fun and I'm glad that some of you got a laugh out of Stormy.
Thanks for the support.
Heather
Those are all awesome blogs, but I keep hearing over and over how spectacular yours was, too. So congrats on not only finishing, but finishing so well!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the shout-out! :)
ReplyDeleteClarissa, I loved coming to your blog everyday and finding a new way to die. I may never leave the house again...then that may not be so safe either! Enjoyed reconnecting with your site during the A-Z...where I started with you a year ago. I'll be a more vocal visitor this time.
ReplyDeleteHi Clarissa .. many thanks - so pleased you're going to be reading the Castles once again.
ReplyDeleteYour death by sagas - were truly horrific! but I loved reading them and could not possibly guess any!
Most of your other recommendations I read .. but I need to add the others in to my list ..
Loved your death series .. and I can't wait to read The Scholes Key - sounds a fabulous read.
Cheers Hilary
the castle one sounds intriguing, and Jenny from PEARSON REPORT, one of the hosts of the blogfest, also had a story published day by day.
ReplyDeleteThese posts that give tribute to other bloggers are so cool - and helpful too!
ReplyDeleteI know every time I hear of someone dying in a bizarre way, I shall always think of you. ;)
Hi Clarissa. Thanks for the honourable mention but yours was one of the best themes! I loved visiting you. Very cool of you to mention those you enjoyed. I share your opinion on most and visited most of them.
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Hi Clarissa .. just come back to say - many thanks I really appreciate this shout out -
ReplyDeleteI was going to and have finally given your deathly traps a shout-out .. they were so horribly interesting! Fascinating reads ..
Good luck with your beta readers - I'm sure you'll have plenty knocking on your door ..
Cheers Hilary
Although I didn't participate, I read a lot of interesting posts belonging to those who did.
ReplyDeleteNo shortage of good reading available. Simply stop the clock and you can quench your insatiable thirst for luscious options.
ReplyDeleteCongratulation on finishing the challenge. During the challenge I didn't visit as many blogs as I would like to but, cross my heart, I'm visiting every single one with the reflection post! I am so glad my journey brought me here.
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