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Melisa Peterson Lewis

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Fifth Place In Writing Contest

In a heat with thirty or so other writers, I scored fifth place for the NYCMidnight Short Story Challenge! This … More

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My Name in Print: First Time Ever

A little of my work has trickled out over my blog, social media, and through my freelance content writing. I’ve … More

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Baby Bird: A Short Story

Small hands powdered with dirt, cupped the baby bird. The half-naked animal’s bones rolled around, unable to brace itself in … More

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Updated Author’s Page

Want to learn a little more about me and all the blogs I oversee? Check out the links below for … More

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My First Rejection Notice – Ouch!

It’s official. I am a writer now. I received my first rejection notice. It’s funny because my submission was about … More

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I like to write, therefor I do. I like to read, you get the idea? My hands get dirty in the garden, it’s my happy place. There’s constant work to do, I experiment with the give and take life provides me on a regular basis. Join me on my adventure!

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