Ancient wisdom tells us that words are powerful, holding the power of life and death. In modern American culture we use the most horrid words in jest. It's common to hear someone say, "That dessert was to die for!" Seriously? There is no food of any kind that is worth dying for. If you asked this person what they meant by what they said, they would tell you that what they said was "just a figure o
As you work along writing your novel it is critical that you are also taking some time each day to learn more about the techniques of writing. In an earlier post I stressed the importance of your reference library and suggested the four books that should be on every writer's bookshelves: Plot & Structure by James Scott Bell, Stein on Writing by Sol Stein, On Writing by Stephen King and The Ele
Freelance writing is a good way to make a living. But to do that you will need to become good at it. A writer gets to enjoy working from home, while at the same time have new and interesting topics to write on a regular basis. If becoming an accomplished writer sounds like something you might like to do, then read on.
There are a myriad of types of stationery today and almost as many unique uses for them. Paper production is no longer limited to cotton and wood fiber combinations. Some hobbyists use colorful paper to fold delicate origami birds. Photo enthusiasts sometimes use a sheet of stationery to add some personality to their framed photography projects.
National organizations usually have a yearly conference. If you are a writer, you may belong to a writers' organization and attend these conferences. Should you be a presenter? Consider these benefits before you fill out the proposal form.
This article describes eight effective teaching techniques that help the ESL / EFL learner write a high-quality academic paragraph. Its aim is to outline strategies which cultivate learner autonomy in writing.
