Even If I Had to Milk Cows Daily, I’d Still Leave the Barn for Words
I can’t imagine not being a writer Words are part of our lives, no matter what we do. They come out of our mouths and sometimes without a lot of forethought. Words have unique sounds and we capture them with creative phrases in poems, thought-provoking sentences, or paragraphs. We sometimes even have to read words more than once for a better understanding. Words greet us in the morning and pressure…
Writer, Find Your Mountain
Climb with the right words at the right time I suppose my love of words began as a child embracing the words of Dr. Seuss. Expressing one’s self has always been significant to me. When I was 16, I was tasked to write a short story for an English class taught by Mrs. Johnson. I had her for two years. I wrote a fictional piece and she loved it so much,…
Why We Write: It’s a Calling
From journaling to storytelling to publishing We spend more time writing than taking selfies, cooking, or dusting furniture. We are creators from our heads to our toes. Words flow from our endless thoughts to our full hearts and etch themselves deep in our souls. We go to bed thinking and wake up wondering. We know ourselves better than anyone else. We are selfless with our words. Writers write because they…
Some Advice on How to Stop the Habit of Over-Editing
Put an end to lost time and productivity On top of a 9 to 5, I left nearly three years ago, I also made wedding cakes for several years. I saw my share of edits while working. With wedding cakes, every time a cake was close to completion, I would always find one more detail to add, change, or fix. I couldn’t just leave it alone. Part of that was…
To Succeed in Writing, Reel in the Senses of the Reader
Ideas on how to accomplish that stem from the imagination Writers, your readers’ senses are the same senses you have. Those senses, the ability to see, hear, smell, taste, and touch, are delivered through your words to blow the minds of your readers. If they are satisfied, they’ll return for more. Maybe it’s a bit like watching your favorite movie, the one you hope never ends too soon. Of course,…
Why Internet Sites Now Include Estimated Reading Times On Articles
Are we that pressed for time, or is it a strategy? We are all pressed for time based on what we’re doing or what we want to accomplish. I also think we need to slow down. And, yes, adding reading time information to articles is associated with a strategy. The first time I noticed how many minutes it would take to read an article or blog was on the Medium…
Using Images in Your Online Content
A list of options for your free image search Using images without permission is a violation of copyright law. Most content writers probably know this. Generally, when a person creates an image, they have the exclusive right to use and distribute it. If you use an image without permission, you could be violating the copyright owner’s exclusive rights and be liable for damages. Additionally, using images without permission can damage the…
Share the Shine with Your Words
If you want to succeed, remember that writing skill is key Writing is an essential skill we use daily Years and years ago, I heard the phrase, “you’re the stuff that stuff’s made out of.” Such a unique phrase of positivity. It implies you’re the best. If you have a passion to be an experienced writer, maybe it’s your turn to be the stuff. From jotting down a grocery list…
The Surprising Power of Writing Online
Tell me something. How motivated are you? It’s the best time to be an online writer With the internet, anyone can create a presence for themselves online. You don’t need to be a professional writer or have a publishing deal to reach an audience. If you’re passionate about writing and want to share your thoughts with the world, there’s a platform out there for you. You can start a blog,…
What Happens When You Write for the Reader?
The potential for mutuality grows between you and a reader While I strive to write for readers first, I’m also writing for myself. Otherwise, why would I be writing? Writing and creating mutuality with a reader becomes my goal. Always have respect for your readers — don’t underestimate them. Aside from wanting to generate a profit, I believe writers also strive to make a difference in the world. As such, they may try…