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Barbara Nicholson

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Author. Suspense Writer. Lover of life. My third novel A Perfect Ploy, is now available. Log on to my website to read a sample - or just say hi. Visit me at: BarbaraNicholson.com

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 5d

Writers - write with conviction and hold on to that positive attitude as you do.

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It’s Friday. Believe that anything is possible. Have a fantastic day and a wonderful weekend.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 7d

As writers, when we are backed into a corner, sometimes things just come to us.

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Other times, it is better to have them planned out…

This morning, I was walking down the street and I was hit by a violin, then a clarinet, and then a French horn.
I think it was an orchestrated attack.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 14d

Just Little humour to get you through the mid – week slump.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 17d

Just wanted to share …

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The caption says I got a book at the charity shop titled “a guide to surgical procedures.“ I opened it up and the appendix was missing.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 21d

Good morning writers. How
is your writing going?

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Make sure you don’t leave anything out…

The picture says: I got a book at the charity shop titled “a guide to surgical procedures.“ I opened it up and the appendix was missing.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 24d

Taking a free day now that my book, A Perfect Ploy, is out. Hope you have a good one too !

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · 27d

As an author, the words below are the ones that we all love to hear…

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 15

Good morning writers -
Here is a little inspiration for you to start the week…

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Hello mindful Monday. Start your week with intention, not tension. Have a clear mind, focused heart, and determined spirit.
You have the strength within to conquer anything that comes your way. Believe in yourself and make today count. Small steps lead to big accomplishments.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 13

Do you ever get the feeling that nobody is paying attention to you? I used to.

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But not anymore. Just saying…

The picture says: my husband asked me why I whisper in the house. I said I was afraid Google was listening. He laughed. I laughed. Alexa laughed. Siri laughed. The refrigerator laughed.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 11

There are so many interesting parts to a novel.

There is the intriguing hook at the beginning, the satisfying wrap up at the end,

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And then there is …

That moment when you’re at a really exciting part of the book and start skipping lines accidentally because you want to know what happens next.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 9

Here is my own version of connections…
What do words, places, and people have to do with each other?

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(Yes, I know they come in groups of four not three. )

And the answer is…

The picture says: books are just made of words. They are also filled with places to visit and people to meet.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 8

Do you have a library card? Do you take advantage of their services? It could be a life-changer.

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Here’s an example…

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 6

Read a sample at BarbaraNicholson.com

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The picture is a book cover. The title is a perfect ploy. Nothing is ever perfect… Barbara Nicholson.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 6

I was finally able to write,” The End.” My book is out for pre-order.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 2

I’m so very excited to tell you that I have finished my latest project. It’s now available for pre-order.

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You can read a sample at Barbaranicholson.com

This picture is the front cover of my novel. A perfect ploy. Nothing is ever perfect… Barbara Nicholson.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Sep 1

Are you looking for great wealth?

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Here is the secret…

The picture says: books, one of the few things you can buy that will make you richer.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 30

Good morning.
Here is another great thing to celebrate about reading.

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The picture says: the great thing about books is there are no commercials!

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 29

Good morning writers. I came across this pun and wanted to share it.

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The caption on the pictures says: seeking one night stand. But I have a lot of books, so I might need two.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 27

Hey writers - I guess today is what they call “the muddle in the middle.” Just have to get through it to get to the climax of the week.

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Snoopy is on a bike, wishing you a happy Wednesday. Have a great day.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 26

New acquaintances are good to make…

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But old friends are the best.

The caption Reads. To read a book for the first time is to make a new acquaintance. To read it for a second time is to meet an old friend.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 23

Good morning writers. Here is something to think about as you write your novel.

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The caption reads: all a story needs is one line you can’t forget. This quote is from JENNY ERPENBECK.

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Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 22

Anybody hungry???

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Here’s the answer…

Snoopy is wheeling a wheelbarrow full of books with Woodstock on top of them. The picture says books are the food of life. And Snoopy says chow time.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 18

It looks like it’s going to be a stormy day on the East Coast today.

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Here’s a suggestion to deal with it …

The picture has a cup of coffee atop a book and says: you deserve a day to stay home curled up with a good book and Interrupted reading time.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 14

Good morning readers. And writers. Here are my thoughts for today…

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Books and coffee.

The picture has a cup and saucer, and says books are sustenance for the soul.

This picture has a dog sitting in a chair with a cup of coffee, and the saying is: my brain is temporarily closed for coffee, maintenance.

Barbara Nicholson @barbaranicholson.bsky.social · Aug 12

Do you feel you’re up-to-date? Is your brain?

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If not, there is a solution for you…

The picture is a woman reading a book. And the caption says it’s called reading. It’s how people install new software into their brains.

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