tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post2376696884924317478..comments2024-03-29T07:39:38.242+01:00Comments on Mayra's Secret Bookcase: The Writer's Life with Children's Author Karen CioffiMayra Calvanihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01444333264952371471noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-88065052589962874592012-04-07T03:01:26.551+02:002012-04-07T03:01:26.551+02:00Kathryn, You're the 3rd place winner from the ...Kathryn, You're the 3rd place winner from the book tour, but I can't find an email address for you.<br /><br />Please contact me at:<br />karenrcfv - at - yahoo [dot] com<br /><br />Congratulations!<br /><br />KarenKaren Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-75115532516623818682012-03-30T17:02:20.770+02:002012-03-30T17:02:20.770+02:00Susanne, Thanks so much for stopping by. And, yes,...Susanne, Thanks so much for stopping by. And, yes, I love the time with my grandchildren. It's a lot of work, but I love it! :)Karen Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-3756645676493178412012-03-29T21:26:03.206+02:002012-03-29T21:26:03.206+02:00Wow Karen, you are one busy lady! You definitely ...Wow Karen, you are one busy lady! You definitely have to keep flexible to get everything done for your writing. <br /><br />I think that it's great that you get the chance to spend a couple of days a week with your grandchildren.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-87982826052304823702012-03-28T19:41:11.095+02:002012-03-28T19:41:11.095+02:00Cheryl, thanks so much for stopping by. And, yes, ...Cheryl, thanks so much for stopping by. And, yes, life is a juggling act!<br /><br />Kathy M, Wow, I'm so glad you hear my spot on Book Bites with Suzanne. I never think anyone is listening. :) And, thanks so much for stopping by.<br /><br />Terri, Thanks so much for your support!Karen Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-29204139380308926112012-03-28T19:38:40.445+02:002012-03-28T19:38:40.445+02:00Kathryn, Thanks so much for stopping by. I try to ...Kathryn, Thanks so much for stopping by. I try to keep asking myself: Is this working toward my goals or making me money? And, if I forget Suzanne reminds me. :)<br /><br />Nancy, Thanks for stopping by!<br /><br />Kate, I struggle with staying focused all the time, specifically because of emails. I currently have close to 700 emails and over 350 are unread. It's kind of stressful having so many. Thanks so much for stopping by!Karen Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-43931473306852482322012-03-28T19:31:55.837+02:002012-03-28T19:31:55.837+02:00Blogger is acting up and hasn't been taking my...Blogger is acting up and hasn't been taking my comments. Here I go again,<br /><br />Donna, Flexibility is really key to the freelancing life. Thanks so much for your support.<br /><br />Billie, Thanks so much. It's a struggle, but time is going to pass whether I strive to achieve my writing goals or not - might as well strive away. :)<br /><br />Kathy, Yes, Kurt did a great job on the illos - thanks for recommending him!Karen Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-47495040215112367792012-03-28T04:34:33.746+02:002012-03-28T04:34:33.746+02:00Wonderful to read about your work and the writing ...Wonderful to read about your work and the writing life. Congratulations on your success.T. Forehandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03961022948394386206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-84863346830900307612012-03-28T03:07:15.299+02:002012-03-28T03:07:15.299+02:00Karen, I really enjoyed learning more about you.
...Karen, I really enjoyed learning more about you.<br /><br />I also prefer my computer for writing because I can type as fast as my mind is going - not so with pen and paper.<br /><br />I heard your "Book Bites" interview, too. Much success with Day's End Lullaby! <br /><br />Kathy<br />http://kathleenmoulton.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-65753791412396989302012-03-27T20:40:54.486+02:002012-03-27T20:40:54.486+02:00Life sure is a juggling act, isn't it? Keep up...Life sure is a juggling act, isn't it? Keep up the great work, Karen.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03470069911115912344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-8756798478794363682012-03-27T20:18:06.825+02:002012-03-27T20:18:06.825+02:00It sounds like you have a pretty balanced approach...It sounds like you have a pretty balanced approach to your home life, creative and other writing. I know I am too random and waste a lot of time (though it never seems "wasty" at the time) I need to take the words of your writing coach to heart!Kate Dolanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09286095357993261335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-12288416528272287522012-03-27T19:34:40.076+02:002012-03-27T19:34:40.076+02:00Thanks much for posting! Great article!Thanks much for posting! Great article!NancyCLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10522834474683433992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-6004356386728735202012-03-27T18:38:50.773+02:002012-03-27T18:38:50.773+02:00Karen,
Thanks for sharing your "Writer's...Karen,<br /><br />Thanks for sharing your "Writer's Life" with us. I find making at least one hour a day "my" hour to work on goals, helps me to get the momentum going. Then that one hour often leads into two or three hours!<br /><br />Love the cover of your book. It is very warm and welcoming!<br /><br />KathrynKathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14146327262609591808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-51981275873752956132012-03-27T17:12:30.489+02:002012-03-27T17:12:30.489+02:00I loved learning more about your life.
Bravo on t...I loved learning more about your life.<br /><br />Bravo on the new cover-it has a warm and cozy feel and a big world, big dream quality that touches my heart.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02286437269354482883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-58106860689513157412012-03-27T16:18:02.653+02:002012-03-27T16:18:02.653+02:00Hey Karen,
Good to hear about you and your work. Y...Hey Karen,<br />Good to hear about you and your work. You are an amazing and inspirational woman.<br />BillieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11469607629317842216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-59087126218815442692012-03-27T16:10:51.226+02:002012-03-27T16:10:51.226+02:00Hi Mayra:
Thank you for hosting Karen today. Your...Hi Mayra:<br /><br />Thank you for hosting Karen today. Your support is always appreciated!<br /><br />Hi Karen:<br /><br />I enjoyed learning more about your writing day. Flexibility as an author who freelances is imperative. Keep up the great work!<br /><br />Best regards,<br />Donna <br />Award-winning Children’s Author<br /><a href="http://thegoldenpathway.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">The Golden Pathway story book Blog</a><br /><a href="http://donna-mcdine.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Write What Inspires You Blog</a>Donna McDinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00959673932828354020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-49645626397630774892012-03-27T15:48:21.854+02:002012-03-27T15:48:21.854+02:00Mayra, Not sure if it's me, but your Share but...Mayra, Not sure if it's me, but your Share buttons below the post don't work. Just a heads up. :)Karen Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-53890863267275843232012-03-27T15:45:49.448+02:002012-03-27T15:45:49.448+02:00Mayra, thank you so much for featuring me during m...Mayra, thank you so much for featuring me during my book tour!<br /><br />Maggie, My dining room is quiet enough for me, but I do take my laptop with me when I go to my daugther's to babysit.<br /><br />Thanks so much for visiting!Karen Cioffihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492421057039326702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-57315237918037914612012-03-27T12:32:45.459+02:002012-03-27T12:32:45.459+02:00It was fun to read about your work habits and envi...It was fun to read about your work habits and environment Karen. I also have my 'work area' in an open area - right in the living room, though I'll often take my laptop to another room if I need quiet.Magdalena Ballhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00182314078304734996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3839293315798994098.post-36937823754803506432012-03-27T09:08:56.147+02:002012-03-27T09:08:56.147+02:00It's a pleasure having you on my blog today, K...It's a pleasure having you on my blog today, Karen!Mayra Calvanihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01444333264952371471noreply@blogger.com