9 Reasons Why Satire Is the Absolute Best
During my undergraduate years, I took a course in satire. I always gravitated toward this type of humor but did
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4 Shocking Plot Twists to Inspire You
Plot twists are a funny thing. Some make your jaw drop and keeping people talking for ages. Others are so
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How I Became an Interactive Game Writer
Everywhere we go, we carry hand-held computers for instant entertainment, information, and communication. For many, a phone is the last
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Dialogue: How to Hear Voices in Your Head
One of the hardest parts of writing is getting the dialogue right. You ask yourself question after question, debating line
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Poetry: Understanding Rhythm and Meter
Many people have a difficult time using and understanding rhythm and meter in poetry. I was certainly one of them.
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Thank You, Harper Lee
Whether or not To Kill a Mockingbird ranks on your list of favorite novels, there’s no denying the impact Harper
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5 Writing Tips to Beat the Hectic Holiday Season
‘Tis the season! It’s that time of year for decorating, shopping, attending holiday parties, and all-around preparing for those precious
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9 Activities to Reboot Your Muse for NaNoWriMo (And All Year!)
Don’t throw rocks at me for that title. I know I said I’m not big on the NaNoWriMo 50,000-word race,
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It’s National Novel Writing Month! #NaNoWriMo
Since it is National Novel Writing Month, I want to take the time to reflect on my personal writing goals
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The Sobering Creative Decline in American Children
Spend a few hours around a child and it quickly takes you back to the carefree days of innocence. Oh,
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