Author Archives: Sally Gerard

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About Sally Gerard

I am a writer, runner, teacher, singer, guitar player, mom, lover, coffee drinker, hunter, antique tractor driver, horsewoman, sister, and lover of the outdoors. Did I mention that I love lighthouses?

19 November 2013

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Sally Gerard

I’m thinking about settings today. This photo was taken in front of the best cafe in Allenspark, Colorado. Can you imagine a scene in whatever you are writing happening here? I can.

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15 November 2013

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Sally Gerard

Writing yesterday had me totally frustrated with my characters. Why can’t they just tow the line? And why can’t I just write without second guessing them? Seriously.

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13 November 2013

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Sally Gerard

I think that this is Indian’s version of a video game. He sees all the heifers between his ears and decides how he is going to herd them. He loves working cattle! Indian could totally be the main character in … Continue reading →

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12 November 2013

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Sally Gerard

People ask me why horses? in science fiction? And I say, why not? If there are other planets that are habitable or that we go and “homestead” in the future, why wouldn’t there be horses? We have to have agriculture … Continue reading →

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8 November 2013

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Sally Gerard

Sometimes writing is such hard work. I am pushing myself to trounce that little naysayer who perches on my shoulder oozing negative thoughts. Just get it out first, revise later. I love this shadow shot!

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5 November 2013

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Sally Gerard

I’m working to keep up with my NaNoWriMo goals with difficulty! I really need a writing space inside; the barn is too cold this time of year, and not really so practical. I need a desk, windows, and a door … Continue reading →

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1 November 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Sally Gerard

To celebrate NaNoWrMo, Windows in the Loft will be on sale this weekend at Amazon. I’ll be participating in National Novel Writing Month and hope you will too! Here is a photo to inspire you:

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30 October 2013

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Sally Gerard

Another beautiful day on the eastern plains of Colorado–started with a bit of fog making it difficult to see the heifers, all those little mamas grazing contentedly in the pasture. My Jess character is working fervently to find her courage … Continue reading →

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28 October 2013

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Sally Gerard

It was such a beautiful weekend in eastern Colorado. Indian was calling to me to come ride, so I had to. It put me in mind of my character Jess and what she might be up to–more than likely wishing … Continue reading →

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PHOTO CAPTION CONTEST

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Sally Gerard

I’m running a caption contest on my Facebook page right now. The winner receives an autographed copy of my novel, Windows in the Loft. Click on my Facebook page in the sidebar to go, Like my page and then enter! … Continue reading →

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