Writing Tip #1
Grammar checking software does not always get it right.
My Identity Crisis
In an earlier life, I worked for a major corporation that seemed intent on becoming a minor corporation. As they slid down the charts in numerous rankings, I decided I …
Advise for Writers
Last year I wrote a book entitled Zen and the Art of Christmas Letters. The reception it received exceeded my wildest dreams as it was picked up by readers in …
Passive Voice Is Loved By Me
According to many so-called writing experts, using passive voice is a bad practice. According to the same writing experts, many of the sentences you and I say every day are …
Is There a Book Inside Me?
I’ve often heard people ask, “Is there is a book inside me?” Thankfully most people move on to other more important questions such as “What is for dinner?” …
First Time Author Jokes
Preparing this post (Is There a Book Inside Me?) prompted me to consider the current state of First Time Author jokes. A quick Google search revealed that while there …