A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month on my teacher education blog, Ask a Tech Teacher. This month I have two–both short! EdTech Review chronicles popular posts across the world on the impact of technology on education. Once a year, they … Continue reading
When readers take time to leave a comment and/or click through to a link I include in a post, it means they trust me, are engaged, and find what they’re reading valuable–want to extend it. This year, I had many more comments than in 2017–about 7700. This compared to over 35,000 during the life of … Continue reading
As those who follow my writing progress know, I sent Born in a Treacherous Time to be reviewed by the inimitable Kirkus Reviews. This group, a name in publishing since 1933, reviews about 10,000 books a year. You’ve probably seen their reviews on the back covers of popular novels and online sites. They are a … Continue reading
I am honored to be tagged by two bloggers I follow–Rebecca Bradley over a Rebecca Bradley Crime (an amazing blog about the crime genre–check it out) and Lonnieta over at LonnietaLouise–makes me think positive when I’d rather grouse about the injustice of the world. I am flattered to be considered by both of these women … Continue reading
The Next Big Thing is the latest blog hop/interview award making the rounds across the world. I was tagged by Anna over at Anna’s Obsession. She has a fascinating life up in Alaska and is willing to answer reader questions about what it means to work and play in our coldest state. My obligation is … Continue reading
685 posts and somewhere north of four years and I’ve had half a million readers stop by for a chat. My most popular articles are: How to Describe Dogs 178 Ways to Describe Women’s Clothing Ten Favorite Geek Words–Part I How to Show (Not Tell) an Emotion–A to D How to Tell if Someone is Lying: Body Language 113 Ways … Continue reading
Woah! The list of Edublog 2011 nominees is out and my tech blog is on it. I am surprised and thrilled. I’d love for anyone so inclined to click this link and vote for me. The voting is in the website’s left sidebar. Select: Best edtech/resource sharing blog 2011 Then select Ask a Tech Teacher. … Continue reading
Well, readers, it’s that time of the year again! Write To Done is gathering nominations for their Top Ten Blogs for Writers Contest, and if you believe that WordDreams should be on the list this year, please visit this page and leave your nomination in the comments section. Be sure to do the following when … Continue reading
Nominations for this year’s Edublog Awards are now being accepted! This is where you can nominate your favorite blogs for a variety of awards (it’s a long list, but check it out below). You can learn all about deadlines, the nominating process, and categories at Nominations Open – The 2011 Edublog Awards are on! In … Continue reading
Laura Stanfill has shared the Versatile Blogger Award with me. I’ve gotten to know Laura as part of the online writing community. Her insights into successful writing are unique and fascinating. For example, she recently posted an article titled The Barbie Jeep Method of First Drafts. Who could not read that? Thanks, Laura. I am honored to … Continue reading
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