Recent Reads: August 2017
Notes on books I’ve been reading, and any insights I’ve gained as a writer…
A Special Bookshelf
When I was seven years old, the father of one of my best friends was a well-known writer, and I have some vivid memories: seeing him at the…
Writing And The West Wing
In my home office I have two writing shelves. One that proudly displays books I have written, and one that holds books that inspire me or…
The New Politics 1: Reality Entertainment
What a candidate for the US Congress and contestants from reality TV taught me about why Brexit and Trump happened
Writing Prompts Are Everywhere: The Postbox
Writers use writing prompts to kickstart their creativity. Taking a word or phrase, an object, or something observed and just writing…
The Cat That Came For Christmas
An abandoned cat finds a new home, and brings her own gifts…