This episode is the audio book version of the Short Story; Pencil Case.  It’s based on a true story from childhood, depicting some lessons learned when I used to go to work with my Dad during school summer vacation. If you want to read along with the audio book, please visit: http://www.spuntoday.com/shortstories/pencilcase.

I also share my writing stats for September & October of 2019, as well as a writing tip!

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Today’s Writing Tip: How to Successfully Open Your Story https://nybookeditors.com/2018/11/how-to-successfully-open-your-story/

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