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Aug 8Liked by Joan Fernandez

Such a wonderful - and inspiring - post! I think I am going to have to try your swivel trick when I get stuck. LOL!

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I so appreciate your vulnerability and fun in your writing process- which is not for the faint of heart. So excited to read your book’

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just as I'm excited to read yours!!

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These are indeed some great and inspiring first lines - also hard to beat!

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Aren't they? Darn those classic writers!!

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What great inspiration! When I get stuck and pick up a book, I feel less guilty because ultimately it will feed my writing unlike scrolling through Instagram. :)

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LOL - so true!!

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This is a great read. The David Copperfield intro is one of my all-time favorites.

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Thank you Martha Jean!

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