Category Archives: Writing

Creative Minds #11: SIOBHAN ANTONIOLI

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Nina Mansfield

This month I am thrilled to interview one of my closest friends and one of the most creative people I know, Siobhan Antonioli. I met Siobhan when I was teaching Theater and English at Bronx Theater High School. I had … Continue reading →

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Can I Write About THAT???

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Nina Mansfield

One fear that writers often have is that their writing will offend someone or hurt someone’s feelings: A family member, a friend, a lover. Perhaps we are afraid of writing something too personal. This might be especially true of memoir, … Continue reading →

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How Audio Books Saved My Life

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Nina Mansfield

Fifteen days into 2016, I thought I would check in about how I am doing with my resolutions. Because, let’s face it: usually, by this point I’ve dropped the ball and reverted back to all of my old habits. But … Continue reading →

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No Father? No Problem: One Boy’s Success Story

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Nina Mansfield

I first “met” BJ Bourg on the Short Mystery Fiction Society listserve when he helped me to answer a question I had while writing my latest short mystery story. He went above and beyond, and actually provided me with a … Continue reading →

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2015 Reflection…and Looking Ahead to a Creative 2016

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Nina Mansfield

Wow…another year ends! And what a year it has been. 2015 was a pretty major year for me creatively. Here are just a few of this year’s highlights: JANUARY: My 10-minute play CLOWN THERAPY is translated into Spanish and performed … Continue reading →

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Nancy Raven Smith on Inspiration…and a Giveaway!

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Nina Mansfield

I am thrilled to welcome fellow mystery writer Nancy Raven Smith today to discuss what inspires her. Leave a comment below to be entered to win one of two signed copies of her novel LAND SHARKS. Thank you, Nina, for … Continue reading →

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Creative Minds Profile #9: GARY GLAUBER

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Nina Mansfield

In the film Dead Poets Society, Mr. Keating, played by Robin Williams says, “We don’t read and write poetry because it’s cute. We read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. And the human race is … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Cathy Perkins: Falling For…

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Nina Mansfield

I am excited to welcome author Cathy Perkins to NOT EVEN JOKING today. Her post really got me thinking about my writing, my characters, my current WIP. She poses some wonderful (and for me, very timely) questions that will get … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Debut Novelists at Crime Bake 2015

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Nina Mansfield

A couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending the New England Crime Bake for the very first time. It was an incredible experience on so many levels, as I discussed in a blog post the other week.  … Continue reading →

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Marilyn Meredith on Inspiration

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Nina Mansfield

I am excited to welcome fellow mystery author Marilyn Meredith to Not Even Joking today. This might sound silly, but I am really inspired by what inspires others. I’m not even joking! That’s why I have been asking my guest … Continue reading →

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