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How to slay writer’s block once and for all

Writer’s block. Real or imaginary? I’ve heard different definitions of writer’s block over the years, but I think my favorite is from writer and teacher Victoria Nelson in her book On Writer’s Block....

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Why you should write in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic

Writers write. No matter what the circumstances. And in a crisis, writing can be our solace, our counselor, and our hope. During the economic downturn of 2008, my employer, like many others, announced...

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Ars Poetica 2020: Where poetry inspires art

Ars Poetica Art & PoetryDownload Ars Poetica is an annual poetry/art event in my county where poets enter their work in a contest and, if chosen, their work is forwarded to local artists. Each...

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Free craft webinar: Writing tips from top teachers

As writers, we know that learning our craft is a lifelong endeavor. Even well-known published authors still study their craft. These craft masters want to become the best they can be. After I earned...

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Symbolism in literature: Is a rose just a rose?

In her poem, “Sacred Emily,” Gertrude Stein wrote, “Rose is a rose is a rose is a rose.” This line is often interpreted as meaning things are what they are. In Stein’s view, the sentence expresses the...

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How to write riveting sex scenes that leave your reader wanting more: the...

Have you ever read a sex scene in a novel and cringed? You can find bad writing anywhere, in any genre. But, as author Diana Gabaldon says, “While bad writing about murderers, spies, elves, or young...

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One tip to tweak your morning routine to become happier and more creative

Recently, I had a major epiphany about how to tweak my morning routine to become more creative, happier, and joyful. But, first, the morning routine. I learned a few years ago about the power of...

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