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Trail Tales, August 2020

8/1/2020

Welcome to the Trail Tales section of the Hidden Treasures blog. Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella or the paragraphs of a short story. The stories featured in this blog section are published in the print version of Senior Savvy, a North Carolina regional newspaper.
The story this month was written by Craig Watts Scott. It is titled “Flashing Lights.”

About Craig Watts Scott-
Dr.Craig Watts Scott is a prolific writer. He also happens to be a pastor. Craig has been in ministry for 20 years. Craig holds a Doctor of Divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. To learn more, contact Craig. You can reach Craig at pastorcraigs@gmail.com

Trail Tales, July 2020

7/1/2020

Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella, the paragraphs of a short story, or the flow of a poem. My walking buddies and I decided to make a range of written material available to other hikers who frequent the Buffalo Creek Preserve and Trail. Regina Burchett is a new contributor to Trail Tales. In “The Concert of the Trees” Regina recalls moment that resonates during the COVID virus restrictions, recalling a different time, another season, and life before social distancing. She combines her writing and work of art into a powerful message.

About Regina Calton Burchett:

Growing up as the daughter of an artist / writer mother and a career Air Force officer, Regina lived in many states, then spent her adult life in Texas and North Carolina. She graduated from Michigan State University, studying textiles and art, and created art primarily in pastels, oils and charcoal. Over the years, she studied drawing, painting, calligraphy, stone sculpture, weaving, computer art and animation, and website design.
Regina is an active member of the North Carolina Writers’ Network. Many of her writings and art are featured on her website: https://reginaburchett.com

Trail Tales, June 2020

6/5/2020

Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella, the paragraphs of a short story, or the flow of a poem. My walking buddies and I decided to make a range of written material available to other hikers who frequent the Buffalo Creek Preserve and Trail. Tommy Doonan is a frequent contributor to Trail Tales. In “Snow Sledding the Mount” Tommy recalls a childhood memory that resonates during the COVID virus restrictions, recalling a different time, another season, and life before social distancing.

About Tommy Doonan:
Tommy retired in 2014 after twenty years with the Brown-Forman Corporation, and an additional twenty-five years in the hospitality industry. With retirement he began writing poetry, essays, and short stories with a focus on every day people and events, as well as his memoirs. He is an active member of the North Carolina Writers’ Network. Many of his writing can be found on his website: https://eruditustheyounger.wordpress.com/home-page/
You can reach him by email at tdoonan47@gmail.com Some of his works are available at the Hidden Treasure Novels bookstore.

May 2020 Writers Night Out during COVID 19 restrictions.

5/28/2020

During this pandemic, with meeting restrictions, our tribe of writers gathered for a second monthly meeting, online. The North Carolina Writers' Network Metro North Chapter normally meets at a local coffee shop. Last month, and now again here in May we came together on a ZOOM call. Our guest author was James P. Nettles. James Nettles has a thirty-year career consulting for dozens of clients from startups to Fortune 100's, media contributor, speaker on privacy, futurism, coming disruptive technologies and their impact on businesses and individual daily lives, and is a science fiction and fantasy author.

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

5/22/2020

During these challenging times, this interview nails the impact of change on the workplace, especially for women. Thank you Claudia Reuter for sharing this timely information, because 'Change Happens.'

Enjoy the Memorial Day Weekend!

Trail Tales, May 2020

5/5/2020

Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella, the paragraphs of a short story, or the flow of a poem. My walking buddies and I decided to make a range of written material available to other hikers who frequent the Buffalo Creek Preserve and Trail.

The article posted this month was written by Dr. Larry Jones. Titled, "Selected Poems", the story highlights poems that reflect the author and his calling, and delivers a reminder during these interesting times that are consumed with news about COVID 19 restrictions.

Reflections on COVID 19

4/22/2020

During this extraordinary time, many writers are drawing upon memories of better times, and taking stock of earlier challenges. I had an opportunity to participate in an online writers conference last week, attending a session on the "Art of Memoir" hosted by the North Carolina Writers' Network.

This passage is based on exercises provided during the session, and posted on NCWN social media.
We will get through these restrictions.

Trail Tales, April 2020

4/3/2020

Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella, the paragraphs of a short story, or the flow of a poem. My walking buddies and I decided to make a range of written material available to other hikers who frequent the Buffalo Creek Preserve and Trail.

The article posted this month was written by Laura L. Zimmerman. Titled, "Sugar Rush", the story recalls childhood memories, and delivers a refreshing message during these interesting times that are consumed with news about COVID restrictions.

About - Laura L. Zimmerman
Laura is a homeschooling mama to three daughters and a doting wife to one husband. Besides writing, she is passionate about loving Jesus, hiking, singing, drinking coffee and anything Star Wars.Her debut novel, Keen: Banshee Song Series Book One, is available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. She is an active member of the North Carolina Writers’ Network, Writers Block at Editions Bookstore, and Realm Makers. You can connect with her through Facebook and Twitter @lauralzimm and at her website Caffeinated Fiction at www.lauralzimmerman.com

Trail Tales, March 2020

3/3/2020

Welcome to the Trail Tales section of the Hidden Treasures blog. Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella or the paragraphs of a short story. The stories featured in this blog section are published in the print version of Senior Savvy, a North Carolina regional newspaper.

The story this month was written by Craig Watts Scott. It is titled “Beyond the River.”

About Craig Watts Scott-
Craig Watts Scott is a prolific writer. He also happens to be a pastor.Craig has been in ministry for 20 years.Craig has a Master of Divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and is currently working on a Doctorate of Ministry..To learn more, contact Craig. You can reach Craig at pastorcraig1@windstream.net

Trail Tales, February 2020

2/1/2020

Welcome to the second post of the new decade in the Trail Tales section of the Hidden Treasures blog. Novels aren’t the only place where written treasures are hidden in the narrative. Some are revealed in the chapters of a novella or the paragraphs of a short story. The stories featured in this blog section are published in the print version of Senior Savvy, a North Carolina regional newspaper.

The story this month was written by M.J. Simms-Maddox. It is titled “Share Your Dream.”

About M.J.Simms-Maddox-
M.J. is an active member of the North Carolina Writers' Network. An accomplished author, M.J. is also a professor at Livingstone College. When she first set out, she had no idea that she would write what turned out to be “The Priscilla Trilogy-turned-Series.” She thought she was done when she completed Three Metal Pellets, however, the saga continues with Special Envoy, her latest novel. Her writing style most closely matches the writing styles of Tom Clancy’s Locked On, John Connolly’s Empire, and Tom Clancy’s Command Authority. For an excerpt of Special Envoy, visit https://tinyurl.com/MJSimmsSEnvoy.Learn more about M. J. Simms-Maddox, Author at her website:
https://www.mjsimmsmaddoxinc.com (www.novelsbymj.com).