{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Georgie Blalock","home_page_url":"https://georgieblalock.com","description":"Georgie Blalock","author":{"name":"Georgie Blalock"},"items":[{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/books-myths-to-inspire-your-writing","html_content":"

\n\nI've always enjoyed classical mythology. The archetypes speak to me as they have to millions of people throughout the centuries. Edith Hamilton and her book Mythology was my first introduction into the classic stories ...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/books-myths-to-inspire-your-writing","title":"Books & Myths to Inspire Your Writing","summary":"\n\nI've always enjoyed classical mythology. The archetypes speak to me as they have to millions of people throughout the centuries. Edith Hamilton and her book Mythology was my first introduction into the classic stories ...","date_modified":"2026-04-30T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/set-decorating-your-novels-scenes","html_content":"

I love antique furniture.. It's elegant fabrics and curved lines, burled wood and gilding all echo the ages of elegance that created them. Some of it can be a bit tacky by our standards, but a great deal of it sparks the...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/set-decorating-your-novels-scenes","title":"Set Decorating Your Novel's Scenes","summary":"I love antique furniture.. It's elegant fabrics and curved lines, burled wood and gilding all echo the ages of elegance that created them. Some of it can be a bit tacky by our standards, but a great deal of it sparks the...","date_modified":"2026-04-06T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/use-canva-to-create-ebook-covers","html_content":"

Canva offers a selection of paid and free templates as well as paid and free pre-made ebook covers. If you're awful with graphics, simply plug your title and name into one of the pre-made covers, pay the $1 for the right...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/use-canva-to-create-ebook-covers","title":"Use Canva to Create Ebook Covers","summary":"Canva offers a selection of paid and free templates as well as paid and free pre-made ebook covers. If you're awful with graphics, simply plug your title and name into one of the pre-made covers, pay the $1 for the right...","date_modified":"2026-03-09T15:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/torture-your-heroine-to-strengthen-her","html_content":"

I love to write strong women, but I also like to make them suffer through a few tragedies before they reach their happily ever after. Think of Scarlett O’Hara from Gone with the Wind and how much she had to struggle thro...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/torture-your-heroine-to-strengthen-her","title":"Torture Your Heroine to Strengthen Her","summary":"I love to write strong women, but I also like to make them suffer through a few tragedies before they reach their happily ever after. Think of Scarlett O’Hara from Gone with the Wind and how much she had to struggle thro...","date_modified":"2026-02-10T05:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/dont-be-afraid-to-change-your-dreams","html_content":"

When it comes to choosing whether or not to do something, time will pass whether you do it or not. Also, insanity is doing something over and over again and expecting different results. Both of these idioms can be applie...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/dont-be-afraid-to-change-your-dreams","title":"Don't Be Afraid to Change Your Dreams","summary":"When it comes to choosing whether or not to do something, time will pass whether you do it or not. Also, insanity is doing something over and over again and expecting different results. Both of these idioms can be applie...","date_modified":"2026-01-12T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/new-year-new-planner-supplies","html_content":"

I'm a paper planner woman! Every new year is a new planner, but I'm also a creature of habit and I tend to stick with what works for me. What works for me is a pink leather Coach planner cover that I've had for years. Co...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/new-year-new-planner-supplies","title":"New Year, New Planner Supplies!","summary":"I'm a paper planner woman! Every new year is a new planner, but I'm also a creature of habit and I tend to stick with what works for me. What works for me is a pink leather Coach planner cover that I've had for years. Co...","date_modified":"2026-01-08T18:18:36Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/weaving-writing-into-a-busy-life","html_content":"

Depending on how much you believe the ancient scholars, the vices at Emperor Caligula’s court in ancient Rome ran the gamut from incest to poisoning, and that was just the emperor himself. Those who weren’t partying with...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/weaving-writing-into-a-busy-life","title":"Weaving Writing Into a Busy Life","summary":"Depending on how much you believe the ancient scholars, the vices at Emperor Caligula’s court in ancient Rome ran the gamut from incest to poisoning, and that was just the emperor himself. Those who weren’t partying with...","date_modified":"2024-09-04T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duke-duchess-of-windsors-wedding","html_content":"

The marriage of Wallis Simpson to Edward, Duke of Windsor took place at the Chateau de Cande. The chateau was owned by Charles & Fern Bedaux, rich Americans who had shady connections to German high ranking officials. Th...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duke-duchess-of-windsors-wedding","title":"The Duke & Duchess of Windsor's Wedding","summary":" The marriage of Wallis Simpson to Edward, Duke of Windsor took place at the Chateau de Cande. The chateau was owned by Charles & Fern Bedaux, rich Americans who had shady connections to German high ranking officials. Th...","date_modified":"2024-08-07T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duchess-of-windsor-what-might-have-been","html_content":"

King George VI was coronated on May 12, 1937. This day was supposed to be his elder brother Edward's coronation day, but Edward had abdicated in late 1936 to marry the American divorcee Wallis Simpson. Instead of sitting...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duchess-of-windsor-what-might-have-been","title":"The Duchess of Windsor & What Might Have Been","summary":"King George VI was coronated on May 12, 1937. This day was supposed to be his elder brother Edward's coronation day, but Edward had abdicated in late 1936 to marry the American divorcee Wallis Simpson. Instead of sitting...","date_modified":"2024-07-31T19:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/visit-to-an-olympic-training-center","html_content":"

In 2016, I had the chance to visit the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center. It was fun to take a peek into how and where the top athletes train. The facility is located just south of San Diego. The main visitor building...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/visit-to-an-olympic-training-center","title":"Visit to an Olympic Training Center","summary":"In 2016, I had the chance to visit the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center. It was fun to take a peek into how and where the top athletes train. The facility is located just south of San Diego. The main visitor building...","date_modified":"2024-07-23T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duke-duchess-of-windsor-in-the-bahamas","html_content":"

In July 1940, The Duke of Windsor was appointed Governor General of the Bahamas. He and Wallis were getting into trouble in Europe and His Majesty's Government wanted them somewhere out of the way. It turned out The Baha...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duke-duchess-of-windsor-in-the-bahamas","title":"The Duke & Duchess of Windsor in the Bahamas","summary":"In July 1940, The Duke of Windsor was appointed Governor General of the Bahamas. He and Wallis were getting into trouble in Europe and His Majesty's Government wanted them somewhere out of the way. It turned out The Baha...","date_modified":"2024-07-17T18:39:30Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/historical-movies-for-the-4th-of-july","html_content":"

Happy 4th of July everyone! I hope you get a chance to get out and enjoy the great weather. Are you looking for a few good films to get you in the patriotic mood? Or maybe you just want something to watch while you relax...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/historical-movies-for-the-4th-of-july","title":"Historical Movies for the 4th of July","summary":"Happy 4th of July everyone! I hope you get a chance to get out and enjoy the great weather. Are you looking for a few good films to get you in the patriotic mood? Or maybe you just want something to watch while you relax...","date_modified":"2024-07-01T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/small-details-make-the-story","html_content":"

When you're in an art gallery and gazing at old portraits, it’s easy to forget that all of the faces staring back at you were once real people with thoughts, hopes, dreams, love and ambition. Pondering these people and t...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/small-details-make-the-story","title":"Small Details Make the Story","summary":"When you're in an art gallery and gazing at old portraits, it’s easy to forget that all of the faces staring back at you were once real people with thoughts, hopes, dreams, love and ambition. Pondering these people and t...","date_modified":"2024-06-18T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duchess-of-windsors-style","html_content":"

The Duchess of Windsor was famous for her style. Many famous designers from Schiaparelli to Dior clamored to design dresses and outfits for her over the decades. The dress Wallis is wearing in this picture was designed b...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-duchess-of-windsors-style","title":"The Duchess of Windsor's Style","summary":"The Duchess of Windsor was famous for her style. Many famous designers from Schiaparelli to Dior clamored to design dresses and outfits for her over the decades. The dress Wallis is wearing in this picture was designed b...","date_modified":"2024-04-09T15:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/build-your-audience-in-person","html_content":"

The age of social media has changed the way authors promote themselves and their work. We're used to sitting behind a computer and interacting with people on social media. As a result, when it comes to promoting ourselve...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/build-your-audience-in-person","title":"Face to Face Promotion Tips for Writers","summary":"The age of social media has changed the way authors promote themselves and their work. We're used to sitting behind a computer and interacting with people on social media. As a result, when it comes to promoting ourselve...","date_modified":"2024-04-01T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/when-historical-fiction-meets-family-history","html_content":"

My novel, The Last Debutantes is about Valerie Cole, Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain’s niece who was a debutante during the last London Season before World War II. She lived in No. 10 Downing Street during the summer ...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/when-historical-fiction-meets-family-history","title":"When historical Fiction Meets Family History","summary":"My novel, The Last Debutantes is about Valerie Cole, Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain’s niece who was a debutante during the last London Season before World War II. She lived in No. 10 Downing Street during the summer ...","date_modified":"2024-03-15T15:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/wallis-simpsons-engagement-ring","html_content":"

Wallis Simpson wasn't one to follow tradition, especially when it came to her engagement ring. Instead of a diamond, the Duke of Windsor chose for her a 19 carat emerald set in gold and made by Cartier. She is wearing i...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/wallis-simpsons-engagement-ring","title":"Wallis Simpson's Engagement Ring","summary":" Wallis Simpson wasn't one to follow tradition, especially when it came to her engagement ring. Instead of a diamond, the Duke of Windsor chose for her a 19 carat emerald set in gold and made by Cartier. She is wearing i...","date_modified":"2024-03-06T02:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/romantic-films-for-valentines-day","html_content":"

Romantic Historical Films for Valentine’s Day

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/romantic-films-for-valentines-day","title":"Romantic Films for Valentine's Day","summary":"Romantic Historical Films for Valentine’s Day","date_modified":"2024-02-05T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/books-and-myths-to-inspire-your-writing","html_content":"

I've always enjoyed classical mythology. The archetypes speak to me as they have to millions of people throughout the centuries. Edith Hamilton and her book Mythology was my first introduction into the classic stories of...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/books-and-myths-to-inspire-your-writing","title":"Books and Myths to Inspire Your Writing","summary":"I've always enjoyed classical mythology. The archetypes speak to me as they have to millions of people throughout the centuries. Edith Hamilton and her book Mythology was my first introduction into the classic stories of...","date_modified":"2024-01-22T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/regency-era-christmas-traditions","html_content":"

A good amount of time separates us from the early 1800s. The people of that time celebrated Christmas differently than we do today, but there are some traditions we still share. The following passage is from Old Christma...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/regency-era-christmas-traditions","title":"Regency Era Christmas Traditions","summary":"A good amount of time separates us from the early 1800s. The people of that time celebrated Christmas differently than we do today, but there are some traditions we still share. The following passage is from Old Christma...","date_modified":"2023-12-04T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/guy-fawkes-night","html_content":"

Conspiracy and Intrigue in Regency England, oh my!

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/guy-fawkes-night","title":"Guy Fawkes Night","summary":"Conspiracy and Intrigue in Regency England, oh my!","date_modified":"2023-11-05T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/history-horror-movies-for-halloween","html_content":"

Sometimes, the past can be just as frightening as a post apocalyptic future. Today, I offer a list of scary movies set in the days of yore. Some are gory, some are spooky and some are both. I hope this list helps you fi...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/history-horror-movies-for-halloween","title":"History Horror Movies for Halloween","summary":" Sometimes, the past can be just as frightening as a post apocalyptic future. Today, I offer a list of scary movies set in the days of yore. Some are gory, some are spooky and some are both. I hope this list helps you fi...","date_modified":"2023-10-16T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/tip-for-nailing-in-person-events","html_content":"

As much as we writers love to stay behind our computers, getting out to meet readers and attend in-person events is a must. Getting out and meeting people is invigorating, and a great way to garner new fans. I've done a ...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/tip-for-nailing-in-person-events","title":"Tip for Nailing In-Person Events","summary":"As much as we writers love to stay behind our computers, getting out to meet readers and attend in-person events is a must. Getting out and meeting people is invigorating, and a great way to garner new fans. I've done a ...","date_modified":"2023-10-02T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/5-tips-for-finding-your-writerpersonal-life-balance","html_content":"

Being a professional writer is great. I love it and I wouldn't want to do anything else. However, one thing I've learned is that, as a writer, you need other things in your life besides writing. Having other interests an...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/5-tips-for-finding-your-writerpersonal-life-balance","title":"5 Tips for Finding Your Writer/Personal Life Balance","summary":"Being a professional writer is great. I love it and I wouldn't want to do anything else. However, one thing I've learned is that, as a writer, you need other things in your life besides writing. Having other interests an...","date_modified":"2023-09-04T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-glorious-twelfth-of-august","html_content":"

Labor Day is almost upon us, which mean so is the end of summer. Any kids who haven't already started the new school year will definitely do so the day after Labor Day. No more carefree days of swimming in the pool, lyin...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-glorious-twelfth-of-august","title":"The Glorious Twelfth of August","summary":"Labor Day is almost upon us, which mean so is the end of summer. Any kids who haven't already started the new school year will definitely do so the day after Labor Day. No more carefree days of swimming in the pool, lyin...","date_modified":"2023-08-21T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/dont-fear-the-research","html_content":"

Anyone who writes historical fiction knows how much research goes into developing and creating a story. Since I'm a voracious nonfiction history reader, this is one of my favorite parts of the process, but it can be toug...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/dont-fear-the-research","title":"Don't Fear the Research ","summary":"Anyone who writes historical fiction knows how much research goes into developing and creating a story. Since I'm a voracious nonfiction history reader, this is one of my favorite parts of the process, but it can be toug...","date_modified":"2023-08-07T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/should-you-enter-a-writing-contest","html_content":"

When I first began writing, I was eager to enter my work in contests. I wanted quality feedback on my writing, and a chance to get my work in front of editors and agents. It was an eye-opening experience.\n

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/should-you-enter-a-writing-contest","title":"Should You Enter a Writing Contest?","summary":"When I first began writing, I was eager to enter my work in contests. I wanted quality feedback on my writing, and a chance to get my work in front of editors and agents. It was an eye-opening experience.\n ","date_modified":"2023-07-17T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/squeeze-writing-into-your-everyday-life","html_content":"

There are a thousand things that fill up a day. Some are wonderful, like time with family and friends. Some activities aren't so fun, like paying bills or doing the laundry. In the midst of so much to do, how do you find...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/squeeze-writing-into-your-everyday-life","title":"Squeeze Writing Into Your Everyday Life","summary":"There are a thousand things that fill up a day. Some are wonderful, like time with family and friends. Some activities aren't so fun, like paying bills or doing the laundry. In the midst of so much to do, how do you find...","date_modified":"2023-07-17T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/historical-movies","html_content":"

I love history, but I also love modern medicine and microwaves. Luckily, modern life allows history buffs like me to enjoy a taste of history through movies. Since I'm obsessed with period pieces (I am a historical ficti...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/historical-movies","title":"Historical Movies ","summary":"I love history, but I also love modern medicine and microwaves. Luckily, modern life allows history buffs like me to enjoy a taste of history through movies. Since I'm obsessed with period pieces (I am a historical ficti...","date_modified":"2023-07-03T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/get-the-most-out-of-writing-organizations","html_content":"

Writing organizations can be wonderful places where you can learn a great deal, meet like-minded people, and take advantage of great opportunities like live events and conferences. Below are some tips for getting the mos...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/get-the-most-out-of-writing-organizations","title":"Get the most Out of Writing Organizations","summary":"Writing organizations can be wonderful places where you can learn a great deal, meet like-minded people, and take advantage of great opportunities like live events and conferences. Below are some tips for getting the mos...","date_modified":"2023-06-19T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/inspirational-quotes-for-writers","html_content":"

Need a little inspiration to write? Below are some great quotes from writers on writing. Enjoy!

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In America, Memorial Day is the day when we honor the brave men and women who died fighting to protect our country and our freedoms. While we take time at the end of May to remember the sacrifices of our fallen heroes, p...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/memorial-day-the-victorian-way","title":"Memorial Day the Victorian Way","summary":"In America, Memorial Day is the day when we honor the brave men and women who died fighting to protect our country and our freedoms. While we take time at the end of May to remember the sacrifices of our fallen heroes, p...","date_modified":"2023-05-22T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/how-to-research-a-novel","html_content":"

\nResearch for me is not an onerous task. When I’m ready to start writing about a particular time period, I can’t wait to go to the library, pull every book available on that era off the shelf, take them home and lose mys...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/how-to-research-a-novel","title":"How to Do Research For Your Novel","summary":"\nResearch for me is not an onerous task. When I’m ready to start writing about a particular time period, I can’t wait to go to the library, pull every book available on that era off the shelf, take them home and lose mys...","date_modified":"2023-05-01T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/a-brief-history-of-taxes","html_content":"

A Brief History of Taxes

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/a-brief-history-of-taxes","title":"A Brief History of Taxes","summary":"A Brief History of Taxes","date_modified":"2023-04-17T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/tips-for-an-afternoon-tea-party","html_content":"

\nWhen my husband and I visited England a few years ago, we enjoyed high tea at the Pump Room in Bath on Thanksgiving. It was a treat to sit in the historic room listening to Handel while paintings of lords and ladies w...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/tips-for-an-afternoon-tea-party","title":"Tips for an Afternoon Tea Party","summary":" \nWhen my husband and I visited England a few years ago, we enjoyed high tea at the Pump Room in Bath on Thanksgiving. It was a treat to sit in the historic room listening to Handel while paintings of lords and ladies w...","date_modified":"2023-04-03T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/5-tips-to-stay-healthy-as-a-writer","html_content":"

Writing is hard work but you do it sitting down. Hours on your tush may be great for your word count but it can spell trouble for your health. Below are some tips for staying healthy while you write.\n

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/5-tips-to-stay-healthy-as-a-writer","title":"5 Tips to Help Writers Stay Healthy ","summary":"Writing is hard work but you do it sitting down. Hours on your tush may be great for your word count but it can spell trouble for your health. Below are some tips for staying healthy while you write.\n","date_modified":"2023-03-20T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/how-to-be-a-successful-writer","html_content":"

It can be hard to be a writer, but the secret to success comes down to one pretty simple idea. It's simple, not easy, and it involves...\n

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/how-to-be-a-successful-writer","title":"How to Be a Successful Writer","summary":"It can be hard to be a writer, but the secret to success comes down to one pretty simple idea. It's simple, not easy, and it involves...\n ","date_modified":"2023-03-06T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/write-description-like-a-poet","html_content":"

Before I wrote historical fiction and romance I wrote poetry, a genre of big ideas expressed in very few words. As a poet, you don’t have the luxury of long explanations or lines of description. You hit the reader fast a...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/write-description-like-a-poet","title":"Write Description Like A Poet","summary":"Before I wrote historical fiction and romance I wrote poetry, a genre of big ideas expressed in very few words. As a poet, you don’t have the luxury of long explanations or lines of description. You hit the reader fast a...","date_modified":"2023-02-20T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/a-brief-history-of-valentines-day","html_content":"

St. Valentine, we hardly knew you. Considering there were two different St. Valentines during the Roman era, no wonder there's confusion about who he really was and why he became associated with love.

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/a-brief-history-of-valentines-day","title":"A Brief History of Valentine's Day","summary":"St. Valentine, we hardly knew you. Considering there were two different St. Valentines during the Roman era, no wonder there's confusion about who he really was and why he became associated with love.","date_modified":"2023-02-06T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/5-tips-for-dressing-for-a-conference","html_content":"

In my last post I discussed how to survive a conference. This post, I discuss how to dress for one. While writers and readers conferences are a lot of fun and packed with parties, they're also professional events with ex...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/5-tips-for-dressing-for-a-conference","title":"5 Tips for Dressing for a Conference","summary":"In my last post I discussed how to survive a conference. This post, I discuss how to dress for one. While writers and readers conferences are a lot of fun and packed with parties, they're also professional events with ex...","date_modified":"2023-01-16T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/how-to-survive-a-conference","html_content":"

Writer's conference are exciting weeks or weekends of meeting fellow authors and readers, attending workshops and partying with publishers. Being a veteran of several writing conferences, here are my tips for getting thr...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/how-to-survive-a-conference","title":"How to Survive a Conference\t","summary":"Writer's conference are exciting weeks or weekends of meeting fellow authors and readers, attending workshops and partying with publishers. Being a veteran of several writing conferences, here are my tips for getting thr...","date_modified":"2023-01-02T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/a-brief-history-of-new-years-eve","html_content":"

Are you ready to ring in the New Year? Before you grab your champagne and noisemakers,  let's take a few moments to look back at New Years celebrations of yore. \n

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As someone who loves history, classic films and Christmas, I thought I'd bring together all three together for today's post. This is for my readers who re done shopping and ready to coast through the rest of the holidays...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/classic-hollywood-christmas-films","title":"Classic Hollywood Christmas Films","summary":"As someone who loves history, classic films and Christmas, I thought I'd bring together all three together for today's post. This is for my readers who re done shopping and ready to coast through the rest of the holidays...","date_modified":"2022-12-05T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-whirl-of-the-london-season","html_content":"

The London Season before it's demise in the 1950s wasn't for the faint of heart. For a debutante and her mother, the Season wasn't just dances and balls but serious business. Young ladies, who'd spent most of their lives...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/the-whirl-of-the-london-season","title":"The Whirl of the London Season","summary":"The London Season before it's demise in the 1950s wasn't for the faint of heart. For a debutante and her mother, the Season wasn't just dances and balls but serious business. Young ladies, who'd spent most of their lives...","date_modified":"2022-11-21T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/recharging-your-writer-battery","html_content":"

It's a great feeling when you've really accomplished something, such as finishing a manuscript. Sometimes, reaching \"The End\" is like a magical aligning of the planets when all your careful coordination, planning and sch...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/recharging-your-writer-battery","title":"Recharging Your Writer Battery","summary":"It's a great feeling when you've really accomplished something, such as finishing a manuscript. Sometimes, reaching \"The End\" is like a magical aligning of the planets when all your careful coordination, planning and sch...","date_modified":"2022-11-07T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/classic-hollywood-films-for-halloween","html_content":"

Halloween is almost upon us. If you live on a street like mine where no trick-or-treater is going to climb a steep hill just for a mini-Snickers, then it’s a great night to watch a Halloween film. Scary movies like Hallo...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/classic-hollywood-films-for-halloween","title":"Classic Hollywood Films for Halloween","summary":"Halloween is almost upon us. If you live on a street like mine where no trick-or-treater is going to climb a steep hill just for a mini-Snickers, then it’s a great night to watch a Halloween film. Scary movies like Hallo...","date_modified":"2022-10-17T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/life-hacks-for-busy-writers","html_content":"

Who wants to make life easier for themselves? I do! Between deadlines and soccer practices, making life easier on myself is a must. Below are some hacks for meeting your deadlines and your obligations without going crazy...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/life-hacks-for-busy-writers","title":"Life Hacks for Busy Writers","summary":"Who wants to make life easier for themselves? I do! Between deadlines and soccer practices, making life easier on myself is a must. Below are some hacks for meeting your deadlines and your obligations without going crazy...","date_modified":"2022-10-03T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/historic-weddings","html_content":"

During college, I worked for a company that did wedding videos. It was interesting work and I could fill a whole evening telling you the horror stories I collected. Besides learning the logic of not drinking until after ...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/historic-weddings","title":"Historic Weddings","summary":"During college, I worked for a company that did wedding videos. It was interesting work and I could fill a whole evening telling you the horror stories I collected. Besides learning the logic of not drinking until after ...","date_modified":"2022-09-26T13:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/should-you-write-short-stories-and-novellas","html_content":"

The Short and Shorter of It.

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/should-you-write-short-stories-and-novellas","title":"Should You Write Short Stories and Novellas?","summary":"The Short and Shorter of It.","date_modified":"2022-09-05T15:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/travelling-the-941-942-section-of-the-library","html_content":"

I can’t get enough of non-fiction history. The library feeds my addiction. My passion for history began in junior high when I discovered Greek Mythology. Off I went to the 292 section and I went through nearly every book...

","url":"https://georgieblalock.com/blog/f/travelling-the-941-942-section-of-the-library","title":"Travelling the 941-942 Section of the Library","summary":"I can’t get enough of non-fiction history. The library feeds my addiction. My passion for history began in junior high when I discovered Greek Mythology. Off I went to the 292 section and I went through nearly every book...","date_modified":"2022-08-22T15:00:00Z"}]}