Issue of April 20, 2009

Seven Years of Piker Press by Sand Pilarski — Cover story essay writing "Piker Press" anniversar

April of 2009 brings the Piker Press another anniversary as a weekly ezine. To kick off our eighth year, this issue presents the thoughts of some of our writers about their writing itself. Many thanks to all who have contributed to the Piker Press in the past, and best wishes to all who will share their words and images in the Piker Press in the future.

Research Grant Scamps by Dan H. Woods — Essay humor snakes scientists research

Today Dan answers your questions about scientists.

Putting It Together by Cheryl Haimann — Essay writing

The letters change, the answers add up ... writing can be like a word puzzle.

Why I Write by Dan Mulhollen — Essay writing

Daydreaming happens. Sometimes we think it's a waste of time, but at others ... specifically at times when the blank page beckons, daydreams are shown to have sparkling facets like precious gems.

Writing by Mel Trent — Essay writing passion

Mel Trent offers the sound of her heart's passion -- the telling of stories.

The Essence of Me by Carrie A. Golden — Essay writing self

Carrie Golden tells us about how writing has been integral in her life.

Tales Untold by Lydia Manx — Essay writing writers "writing process"

Lydia Manx shares with us some of what happens to her when she finds an idea or a prompt for writing.

Transitions 10 by Sand Pilarski — Fiction family relationships

Mysteries are no longer important when the family has to hear the bad news ...

Peek of the Week 191 by Mel Trent — Photo art

Dogwood blossoms against the sky.

Utterly Abandoned by Tyler Willson — Poem, unrhymed

Ah, Muse, where have you gone?

Strange Bedfellows 05 by Lydia Manx — Serial fiction horror vampires mature content

Predators abound at nightfall, but only the bright ones are successful.