writing

Seriously, it’s really weird. But it’s helped me for 25 years!

Even the most experienced writers can feel intimidated by editorial work, with its arcane rules and secret symbols. Here, I hope to demystify the process and prove that you can effectively edit your own work even if you've no idea what a dangling participle is and couldn't confidently identify an en

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Blogs have seen a renaissance in the last few years. They went from online public journals, to near-extinction by the hand of social networks, up to where they are now: well-written essays covering a wide variety of complex topics. They enhance mental clarity, enable a structured way to share ideas, and allow for like-minded people to connect. Technologists and coders have been blogging like this since ages. But today it’s getting serious traction.

The Unsuccessful Self-Treatment of a Case of "Writer's Block"

Hey, you. You're doing great. Click here to read this on the web. Queen's Freddie Mercury (R) is peeved at Def Leppard's Joe Elliott (L) Welcome to…

Whether you're in advertising, marketing, or PR, all forms of digital communication revolve around crafting words for a desired effect.

In this article, I’ll share 15 brief tips you can instantly apply to your writing without studying the craft for years.

It is who I am.

Learn the 5 steps in the writing process that helped James Clear build a large audience. James used these steps to sell 1 million copies of his book.

The key to a great about page is a bit counterintuitive.

1) Tell your story TO someone. Pick one person you love or admire or want to connect with, and write the whole thing directly to them —like you’re writing a letter. This will bring forth your…

“I mean, honestly, it was terrible and I had no idea what I was doing.”

Looking at how to make writing easier to read

LAUGH: Bad Game Show Answers, LOVE: John Scalzi’s Writing Process

After listening to every single episode of the Tim Ferriss show, I curated the 8 episodes you should listen to if you want to become a better writer. Whether you're looking to build a Daily Writing Habit, overcome impostor syndrome, or generate more ideas, you can't miss these!

Master these 3 things → get “stuck in their heads.”

You may know about Winston Churchill’s prowess as an orator. But what do you know about Churchill the writer and writing teacher? Erik Larson wrote an excellent book called “ The Splendid and the Vile ” about Churchill at the time of the London Blitz. Weaved throughout the book are insights into

Why are “click here” and “by this link” poor choices? And is it acceptable to use “read more”?

Some things go unnoticed when they work. Non-fiction writing enters this category too.

I'm always trying to improve my writing. I want my writing to be more meaningful, clearer, more memorable, and shorter. I would also like to write faster.

I read Jurassic Park for the first time a couple of weeks ago. Part of the action felt repetitive, and I had a hard time placing events in space, but aside from that, I’m happy I read it. Michael Crichton, the book’s author, once described the act of writing and the role of the editor in an old interview as follows:

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