Blowing my own Trumpet
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| "This phrase dates back to at least the 16th century and derives from the practice of announcing the presence of royalty, hawkers, entertainers etc. by blowing a horn." | The Phrase Finder (http://phrases.shu.ac.uk/) |
Editorial Testimonials
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Trevor White (publisher, The Dubliner)
'Grace Tierney has done extensive work for Writer Online magazine as a feature writer and staff member. We have been delighted to have her onboard. Her work is rigorously researched and professionally written; and she's been a delight to work with. We consider her to be a key asset to our organization.'
Terry Boothman (publisher, Writer Online)
'I loved your article on entering poetry contests in this latest issue of Writer Online! I never realized there were such contests, and I'm sure many readers didn't either. So, a great service to readers and a good read.'
Mary Anne Donnovan (Chief Editor, 'Writer Online')
Reader Testimonials
'understated humour, but very vibrant and sharp.'
Cailean Darkwater about The Camera Rarely Lies
'a chokingly funny piece'
Allen Hall about My Obituary
'Looks fab! Great job!'
Teen writer about 'Contests for Younger Writers' feature
'you've got an eye for the details'
Barbara Howard about 'Storm Front'
'Very suspenseful, but told with just the right touch of humor'
Shelagh ONeill about By the Pricking of my Thumbs
'The mix of memories and present-day detail was just right, and it wasn't too maudlin. (A mistake some make.) It's a fine line, I think ...The atmospheric details were particularly well done.'
Roy Bateman about 'Kicking Leaves
'This was *classic*! And I personally think that 'hornswaggle' is a much underused word'
Tim Nunes on 'The Avocado Avenger'
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