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95% of people wish they could write a book. Here are 7 reasons why.
Yes, many people have a desire to write a book at some point in their lives. Writing a book is a common aspiration for various reasons: While many people wish to write a book, not
Don Martin – Stories and Back Pages – A Deeper Doofus
FRIDAY Journal Entry, Aug 25, 2023 No, I will not be at the debate tonight. How do you know when somebody’s trying to frame you for murder? DON MARTIN AUG 25, 2023 How do you
SUNDAY EDITION
Sometimes, writers can be off on Sunday. Way off. A week or two ago I promised you I was going to try to write something every day. Well, we all know that life happens. Even
FRIDAY REVIEW
Here’s the review quickly. Though its a review of the last week, it’s actually a review of the last six or so. I have had to go up against a flair-up of my multiple sclerosis,
How You Can Have a Full-Time Job and Write for Medium, too.
I love to write. I love to write for Medium. The problem. Writing along with a full-time job. I wish I could do it more, but I have a full-time job. So I have to
Storytelling
Photo by Andreas Wagner on Unsplash Mankind’s form of communication. If you have ever read any of my stories, you may know I usually refer to myself as a writer, humorist, and storyteller. The latter
Are There Common Pitfalls for New Writers? New Writer Questions #7
What are some common pitfalls to avoid for new writers? Common pitfalls to avoid in writing include overuse of cliches and stereotypes, lack of conflict or tension, flat characters, excessive exposition, and inconsistent pacing or
Meditation for Writers
Photo by Jared Rice on Unsplash What can meditation do for me? Meditation has numerous benefits for both your physical and your mental health. Here are some of the most common benefits of meditation… Overall,
Dialogue – How can I Write Better Dialogue? New Writer Questions #4
Your dialogue is a huge part of your writing, especially if you write fiction. I read once that a story is a controlled release of information about an event or person. It goes to follow,