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MUTT, Monsters Under The Bed, Dealing with Bed-Wetting, Thumb-Sucking, and Other Trauma MUTT, Monsters Under The Bed, Dealing with Bed-Wetting, Thumb-Sucking, and Other Trauma
MUTT, Monsters Under The Bed, Dealing with Bed-Wetting, Thumb-Sucking, and Other Trauma


Due to the alarming increase in bed-wetting, thumb-sucking, and other trauma related childhood incidents; sleepless and exasperated moms are determined to make an end to the ancient but irrational fear of the so-called “Monster-Under-The-Bed”.

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When Bitterness Invades Your Heart, You Shall Reap Bitter Fruit When Bitterness Invades Your Heart, You Shall Reap Bitter Fruit
When Bitterness Invades Your Heart, You Shall Reap Bitter Fruit


If you live with a bitter mindset, you shall surely reap bitter fruit. The consequences of bitterness defeat the joys of life This is a story of wickedness in the form of bitterness.

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Excellent FREE Science Fiction, Fantasy Horror Short Stories Excellent FREE Science Fiction, Fantasy Horror Short Stories
Excellent FREE Science Fiction, Fantasy Horror Short Stories


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Country Roads, A Not Science Fiction Flash Of Rm Harrington Country Roads, A Not Science Fiction Flash Of Rm Harrington
Country Roads, A Not Science Fiction Flash Of Rm Harrington


If you are seeking a science fiction read, Country Roads is not for you. Rather this piece designed as a means of getting to know the author.

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As The World Burns – A Sci-Fi Short Story by Rm Harrington As The World Burns – A Sci-Fi Short Story by Rm Harrington
As The World Burns - A Sci-Fi Short Story by Rm Harrington


As The World Burns, a sci-fi look at the effects of greed and bitterness even in the mists of complete and total world destruction. Will Toby help the world or just himself. How important are the needs of your loved ones, and how far will you go to ensure their lifestyle.

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Alien Warfare, The Orb – A Free To Read Science Fiction Alien Warfare, The Orb – A Free To Read Science Fiction
Alien Warfare, The Orb - A Free To Read Science Fiction


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Wolf-men, and Beasts, Monsters in the Night – a True Tale of Halloween Pursuit Wolf-men, and Beasts, Monsters in the Night – a True Tale of Halloween Pursuit
Wolf-men, and Beasts, Monsters in the Night – a True Tale of Halloween Pursuit


“Spooky,” Keith said. He was looking at the night too. “You shouldn’t have stayed so late.” “Hump. Ain’t nothing out here.” I glanced around the yard, saw no sign of the dog, then cupped my hands before my mouth and called for him. “Ahhhya. Ahhhya.”

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“Some Say There Are Worms In The Black,” a FREE to Read RM Harrington Short Story “Some Say There Are Worms In The Black,” a FREE to Read RM Harrington Short Story
"Some Say There Are Worms In The Black," a FREE to Read RM Harrington Short Story


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Real Bats Flying All Around Our Head, Free to Read, Star Trek, Television Real Bats Flying All Around Our Head, Free to Read, Star Trek, Television
Real Bats Flying All Around Our Head, Free to Read, Star Trek, Television


They say real bats are blind. I don’t believe it. I stood in there with the little sucker; it hanging on tiny clawed fingers from the curtain, and me pretending to be a man. If the bugger wasn’t looking at me, it was looking through me.

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Chapter Ends, by Poul William Anderson: Free To Read Science Fiction Chapter Ends, by Poul William Anderson: Free To Read Science Fiction
Chapter Ends, by Poul William Anderson: Free To Read Science Fiction


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Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction – Free To Read Short Sci-Fi Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction – Free To Read Short Sci-Fi
Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction - Free To Read Short Sci-Fi


In crafting “Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction,” I have purposed to run a series of war-focused science fiction, war in fantasy and war in horror. This free to read short sci-fi is my first entry toward full engagement.

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Teleportation Devices, Unexpected Consequences – FREE Read Short Story Teleportation Devices, Unexpected Consequences – FREE Read Short Story
Teleportation Devices, Unexpected Consequences - FREE Read Short Story


In this FREE to read Rm Harrington short story involving the unique aspects of teleportation devices, we meet Marianne, a disgruntled old lady, her husband and the unexpected consequences that sometimes occur in an out-of-the-way country store.

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“Show, Don’t Tell” by Sandra Gerth, Rm Harrington Book Review

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on March 29, 2019 by rm harringtonMarch 29, 2019
Verified Keeper - Show Don't Tell How To Write Vivid Descriptions

Show, Don’t Tell: How to write vivid descriptions, handle backstory, and describe your characters’ emotions (Writers’ Guide Series Book 3) Kindle Edition Book Blurb “Show, Don’t Tell.” Book Blurb Show, Don’t Tell, an effective writer’s guide for everyone with a desire to craft vivid descriptions, present powerful characters, and correctly and effectively deliver backstory that does not hinder the excitement … Continue reading →

Posted in Characters, Descriptive Writing, Writing Tools | Tagged book review, descriptive writing, writing tips, writing vivid descriptions

Write Vivid Descriptions, Tips For Science Fiction Authors – Fantasy Writers

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on March 22, 2019 by rm harringtonMarch 22, 2019
Helping Science Fiction Authors Write Vivid Descriptions

Writing Vivid Descriptions Critical For Success As A Science Fiction Author When science fiction authors write vivid descriptions, the norm can become extraordinary. Words and phrases perceived as metaphorical may shift into the realm of literal application. What your readers interpret as symbolism can reference a tangible event. Phrases routinely thought of as “figures of speech” may be statements of … Continue reading →

Posted in Science Fiction Authors, Writing Descriptions, Writing Science Fiction, Writing Tools | Tagged Sandra Gerth, science fiction authors, verified a+ review, writing vivid descriptions

Slow Blogging – How Slow Writing Hinders Efficient Blogging

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Efficient Blogging Rule 1: On-the-fly habitual editing is an obstacle to efficiency in writing.
Efficient Blogging, Rule 2: Stop thinking and start writing
Efficient Blogging, Rule 3: Write according to your range of knowledge.
Efficient Blogging, Rule 4: Ignore grammar, spelling and research
Efficient Blogging, Rule 5: Finish before you edit

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Posted in Writer Tips, Writing Tools | Tagged Efficient blogging, habitual editing, slow blogging, slow writing, start writing

Unbridled Creativity, Releasing Your Creative Muse

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on January 21, 2019 by rm harringtonJanuary 21, 2019
Releasing Muse, Creativity Unbridled.

Active imaginations produce quality original content, but a lazy muse cannot even meet average standards. Herein, learn how to release creativity unbridled.

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Posted in Creativity, Quality Writing, Writer Tips, Writing | Tagged creative muse, Creativity released, creativity unbridled, creativity unleased, lazy muse

Patreon Rm Harrington Now Active, Patreon Live

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New Patreon Rm Harrington Crank-Up Ok, my Patreon Rm Harrington site is up and rolling. Been watching this Patron creative service site for a while now. Beginning to look like a good deal. Thus here I go. Take a moment to look me up, maybe participate: That is at Rm Harrington short stories is at Patreon creating science fiction. Why … Continue reading →

Posted in Writing Science Fiction, Writing Short Stories, Writing Tools | Tagged characters, creativity, patreon, Patron

Writing Science Fiction? 11 Things You Need To Know About Sci Fi

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on March 22, 2018 by rm harringtonMay 26, 2018
Writing Science Fiction

Writing Science Fiction – An Illusion of Simplicity Too many readers take writing science fiction for granted. When done correctly, sci-fi stories excel so much so that readers never even notice how effectively the tale lays out a realistic but fiction scientific concept. One the other hand, new authors then to also take the process for granted. They conceive an … Continue reading →

Posted in Writer Tips, Writing Science Fiction, Writing Tools | Tagged sci-fi story telling, science fiction writing, writer of science fiction, writing science fiction

Science Fiction Allegory Vs Science Fiction Symbolism

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on March 16, 2018 by rm harringtonMarch 18, 2019
Science Fiction Allegory or Science Fiction Symbolism

Science Fiction Allegory, the essence: characterization within sci-fi allegories use a form of symbolism that permeates the story from start to finish. The thoughts, actions and characteristics of all major within the story exemplify the symbolic significance of the focal allegory.
Scope of Science Fiction Symbolism

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Posted in Allegory, Science Fiction Symbolism, Writer Tips, Writing Tools | Tagged allegory short story, allegory vs symbolism science fiction, science fiction allegory, science fiction symbolism, Writing Tools

Fantasy Creatures or Science Fiction Creatures, Defining Creature Distinctions

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on March 10, 2018 by rm harringtonMarch 10, 2018
Creatures in the Sky, Trial Run

Differentiating between fantasy creatures and sci-fi creatures can be complex. Yet the distinctions can be critical. Not only as a point of knowledge but also as a separation between works of arts. Knowing what you are reading or viewing defines how you interpret the character of the creatures within a book.

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Posted in Creatures, Writer Tips, Writing | Tagged creatures, creatures writing, fantasy creatures, fantasy writers, science fiction creatures, science fiction writers

Persuasive Writing For A Sci-Fi Audience

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on February 1, 2018 by rm harringtonMay 13, 2018
Mans Knowledge

Why Sci-Fi Persuasive Writing Breaks The Mold By definition, persuasive writing requires significant creativity as well as proficiency in basic writing skills. In standard usage, persuasive writing plays a major role to promote products and services via online and offline strategies. As such, well crafted persuasive content can convince people to perform desired actions based upon the goals of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Persuasive Writing, Writing | Tagged persuasive science fiction, persuasive writing, sci-fi story, writing styles

Narrative Writing Styled For Science Fiction Authors

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on January 16, 2018 by rm harringtonMay 8, 2018
Alphabet Early Forms

Typically the narrative writing style includes the significant characteristics of storytelling, including characters, a plot, a climax and a distinctive ending.

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Posted in Narrative Writing, Writing | Tagged narritive writing, sci-fi short story, science fiction author

Writer Goal Setting, A Philosophy Unfit For Authors

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on January 12, 2018 by rm harringtonMay 8, 2018
Writing Income Never Comes Easily

A brief look at why writer goal setting may not be the best theory for writers to follow. Can it be that breaking up the day into a multitude of author labors can starve away writer’s block.

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Posted in Writer Tips, Writing, Writing Science Fiction | Tagged theories, web content writers, writer goal setting, writer success

Build Greater Business Internet Presence With Quality Articles

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on November 29, 2017 by rm harringtonApril 17, 2018
Broker Writing or Magazine Writing

How Quality Articles Help Build Your Business Internet Presence Business Internet Presence made real: The following tips are designed to help you build your Internet presence by taking advantage of quality articles and article marketing. 1) Business Internet Presence – Write about what you know. Write for the purpose of providing information or instruction. Stick to topics that directly link … Continue reading →

Posted in Educational, Writer Tips, Writing | Tagged business internet presence, quality articles, web design, writing

Writer’s Block – Six Tips For Business Bloggers

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on August 27, 2017 by rm harringtonApril 24, 2018
Writer's Block

What To Do When Business Bloggers Get Writer’s Block Working as a business blogger but ramming head-on into writer’s block? Scary isn’t it. But there is a way out. Sooner or later, writer’s block happens to everyone. And when that sweatshop in the back of your business bloggers thinking blows a gasket, smoke drifts into the hall and word-flow grinds … Continue reading →

Posted in Broker Writing, Writing | Tagged business bloggers, business blogging, tips for writers, writer's block

Fiction Development – Creating the Opening Scene

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on January 6, 2015 by rm harringtonJune 21, 2018
Fiction Writing, adapting to personal experiences

Fiction Development – Science Fiction is Learning To Adapt Personal Experiences During the course of fiction development, every fiction writer uses personal experience as the means for conjuring that opening scene.  The text may come from direct memory, or it may arise from imagination bound to abstract memory.  Either way, most of the fiction writing labor is a background “Muse” … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction Development, Writing, Writing Short Stories | Tagged fiction development, fiction writer, FREE to read, opening scene

6 Tips to Loosen Business Blog Content Writer’s Block

Rm Harrington Short Stories avatarPosted on October 2, 2012 by rm harringtonApril 24, 2018

Here are six tips that can help you keep your business blog content on a platform that generates a properous Return On Investment.

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