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An Update to the Updated Submission Guidelines for Middle-Pause
An Update to the Updated Submission Guidelines for Middle-Pause
We want women to write for us!
Debbie Walker
Apr 29, 2023
Exciting News! Middle-Pause Is Part of the Boost Program!
Exciting News! Middle-Pause Is Part of the Boost Program!
That makes me, Debbie Walker, a Booster for you.
Debbie Walker
May 1, 2023
How I Approach Editing Your Story on Middle-Pause
How I Approach Editing Your Story on Middle-Pause
With as much gentle encouragement as I can.
Marilyn Flower
Nov 19, 2020
My Journey from Writer to Editor and Podcaster
My Journey from Writer to Editor and Podcaster
The publication that gave me my purpose back.
Debbie Walker
Nov 2, 2020
Celebrating Diverse Midlife Narratives in Your Writing
Celebrating Diverse Midlife Narratives in Your Writing
Share your unique experiences, wisdom, and perspective.
Cindy Heath
Jan 6
Self-Editing Tip #10: Handy Self-Editing Check List and Reference Guide
Self-Editing Tip #10: Handy Self-Editing Check List and Reference Guide
Use this before you submit to Middle-Pause. Please.
Marilyn Flower
Jun 22, 2023
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Cotton Threads Slowly Replaced By Content Threads
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Daydreams and Reality Are Like Oil And Vinegar
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Three Tragic Deaths and a Hoard of Unprocessed Emotions
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What Makes You Scared? What Makes You Angry?
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Why I Admire Taylor Swift
Why I Admire Taylor Swift
And you should, too, as a female writer
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Stopping to Acknowledge Joy
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What Dry January Taught Me About My Alcoholic Father
What Dry January Taught Me About My Alcoholic Father
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Changing Bedtimes To Match Work Times
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Embrace Your Core Values for a (More) Fulfilling Life
3 words that will change everything
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Why Tell The Truth When Lying Is So Easy?
Living honestly can be a daily challenge.
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“The Older You Get, the Better You Get — Unless You’re a Banana.” Betty White’s Mother.
Stop calling me Ma’am!
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Here’s Why Self-Trust Is More Valuable Than Confidence
(and how to trust yourself when you’re scared of falling)
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Remembering Sacheen Littlefield’s Academy Award Presentation
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Unpacking My Fear of Menopause
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The Particular Fears of Older Women
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The Art of Reaching the Unconscious to Reclaim Inner Peace
How I use self-therapy and art to discover true meaning
Barbara Carter
Mar 14
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