Stream of Consciousness
Writing Like Shakespeare
Journal Writing I like to write outside, in nature, with pen and paper. Always, when I am outside, I am motivated to write. Listening to the birds, the wind as it whistles through the trees, the sound of crickets or even dogs barking, makes me take notice of the world around me. It is only my job as a writer to record what I see and hear and when I am outside, it’s not likely to happen behind a computer. I bring a journal with me when I go to the park, for a walk around the neighborhood or on a ten-mile hike. Pen and paper are the bare bones essential tools of good writing. Writers wrote with them for centuries before the typewriter, computer or AI were invented. Imagine Shakespeare writing all those brilliant plays with pen and paper. How laborious, we think. That would take forever, by our standards, and it did. We simply don’t have the patience for that kind of time and effort. Many people writing today probably would not do it if they had to use pen and paper and yet, people did it back then. There will always be writers lifting their voices regardless of the tools used to produce work.
By Terri Kallochabout a year ago in Writers
A Great Grandchild Is Due Next Summer
This is my wish for you: that you take these cards, grab the topic on one side and write, write, write. Then flip to the other side of the card and take note. I’ve always used the word topic instead of prompt. Prompt is the starting place, but topic indicates more the idea of plunging in and immersing. Natalie Goldberg
By Denise E Lindquistabout a year ago in Writers
The Performance Paradox
Seeking feedback? Consider this: feedback is a crucial aspect of the performance evaluation process, yet it is inherently fraught with bias and shaped heavily by the circumstances under which it is delivered and who it is delivered by. While feedback can motivate employees, clarify expectations, and drive growth, it must be understood that the process is far from objective.
By Narghiza Ergashovaabout a year ago in Writers
Vocalizing
When I was browsing my work to create an anthology piece of my fictions, I noticed I actually tend to write more non-fiction here than I realized. So rather vainly I've gathered it up, just in case anyone might be interested in yet another piece on a writer's self-aggrandizing examination of themselves.
By Call Me Lesabout a year ago in Writers
Black Women- America’s Blueprint, Not Your Backup Plan
As a black women i find myself reflecting deeply on the recent election results and the undeniable truth they reveal: numbers don't lie. Despite our tireless efforts to drive political change and support communities, many people have voted against their own interests, leaving us to question our role in society. Black women have long been the backbone of movements, shaping the course of history with our resilience and strength. Yet, we continue to face these systemic challenges.
By A Girl Named Barbabout a year ago in Writers
Knowing When to Stop: Recognizing the Moment Your Novel Is Finished. AI-Generated.
As a writer, determining when your novel is complete can feel like an endless journey. Between refining chapters, polishing characters, and perfecting the narrative arc, the line between "almost there" and "done" can often blur. However, at some point, you need to step back and declare your work ready for the world. Let’s explore the signs that indicate your novel has reached its final form and the factors that can help guide this important decision.
By Michael S. Hodgeabout a year ago in Writers
THE TRUTH ABOUT LONELINESS
Loneliness has serious health consequences. It can increase your risk of heart disease by 29% and stroke by 32%. This is significant and should not be overlooked. Loneliness is complex. When you lack meaningful social connections, your body recognizes your isolation. This awareness triggers your stress response.
By Tafara Sibotshiweabout a year ago in Writers
Why We Create
Today, I read Mike Singleton’s Our Addiction to Dystopia, Horror and Sadness. It got me thinking not just about why we read and view what we read and view but also about why we create what we create. What compels us to create what we create? Why do we want to write, draw, paint, sculpt, act, dance, etc., when there seems to be no productive reason behind it (which itself is debatable)?
By Stephanie Hoogstadabout a year ago in Writers
Winter's Embrace
Chapter 1: A Town Wrapped in Frost Nestled in the heart of a snow-draped valley, the small town of Everpine seemed as if it had leaped straight out of a postcard. Icicles hung like crystal chandeliers from the eaves of timbered cottages, and the streets were blanketed with powdery snow, crunching softly underfoot. The town square, adorned with glowing string lights, was dominated by a towering evergreen, its branches heavy with ornaments crafted by generations of townsfolk.
By We Making Salesabout a year ago in Writers
