If you were told to write about an animal,which animal would you choose. I was once told to write a short story with one of the main characters being an animal.I chose a dog. I found a dog appropriate as I would capture...
It's Christmas Time again and even though it's quite an old tradition, it's the only time of year when I send some snail mail. I love sending Christmas Cards and it's a long time family tradition. But instead of sendin...
Years ago I wrote a great Christmas poem. Every year I try to write another and cannot equal it. However, I am sure everyone is bored getting the same poem in their Christmas card year after year. It is time to create so...
I usually don't read sad books. For me, it's hard enough to watch a sad movie. And in books the emotions, sadness, the tears are much stronger so I just avoid them. But a couple years ago I couldn't resist reading a ...
In this present age where fake news are so rampant everywhere especially on social media sites, are those so-called writers who wrote fake news degrade the dignity and credibility of the writers as a whole? Can we still ...
As I was watching the animated movie "Ratatouille" I was struck by the words "anyone can cook." Is it the same with writing? Is anyone can write? Those were the words that I keep on asking. Nonetheless, we all know that ...
Many people know about and use Pinterest. It is a very popular image-based social network which launched in 2010. In 5 years, i.e. by 2015, the owners were discussing how they were going to spend their millions. The site...
One thing that I have always enjoyed is the ability to interact with other friends that I have made by being on some forums. I have come to learn a lot from the as well as we tend to share ideas on various topics. H...
Here is a link to 43 words you should avoid. Most of us will have a few that creep in like a bad habit. How many knew they should be avoided or try to remove them from the finished work? https://dianaurban.com/words-y...
I love writing. I wrote booklets and books (but not yet published) specifically inspirational, leadership and Spiritual. My friends other Pastors and Ministers enjoy my work and used them in their ministry. I am encourag...
We all know that making a sensible writing is not in any way a walk in the park. At most times, you have to get the most out of the motivation within you to start writing your article. I myself can't make a good start wh...
A piece of advice most authors always give is to read other authors, now is that to get ideas or see how others are doing, or is it to check out the competition? I like to read for pleasure, but I do gain some inspira...
A lot of people have experience their work being copied and used without their consent. This act is very wrong by all means and if it's possible to sue the perpetrators, it would be good thing in my opinion. But my qu...
What is the main concern and tool used when one wants to translate from Chinese to English?
In both creative and informative pieces, I have been stuck between writing in simple, direct sentences vs long detailed ones. For informative pieces I know direct is often the better choice, but articles and instructions...
I admire a lot of writers especially those who authored inspirational and informative materials. I owe them a lot whether they're informative or inspirational. I am blessed to have the opportunity to read books of John M...
Some writers find it hard to determine whether their audience will react well to the writing style of their choice. That shouldn't be a problem that bothers you. Here is something simple that could help you deal with it....
Whenever you write are there times when you feel like you have experienced something that you need to share with other people. I know of several stories that I have written which were adapted from things that I had faced...
When it comes to making contents, I have never felt pressured. I always try to ensure that I make contents that are easy for my audience to understand. In the same way, I play a lot with words considering that I write on...
Making a Short Film in 24 Hours Wander the Burgundy Narrow // A 2018 Down to the Wire Top 10 Film // Student Spotlight Award Recipient // Winner of the Award for Best Actor 1. Keep it Simple I know a lot of ...
As a freelance writer, I have come across so many clients. Let me explain, I started offering my writing services sometime back on various platforms, but I have come across clients of all sorts. For example, I have worke...
On freelancer platforms like upwork you can register, set up your profile and apply for jobs as an "agency." "Agencies" are people or a company that already has a "team of freelancers" working for them. Webmasters...
Due to the widespread use of internet nowadays. It's been a long time since I have touched a broadsheet newspaper and tabloid. I usually get my news on television or in the internet. How long since you have last read ...
As Chinese is my first language, when I started my personal blog, I wrote my blog posts in Chinese. Now as I participate in more English written forums and sites, and I also found some opportunities require blogs written...
I was just wondering how many of you do not speak English as a native language, and how that has affected your ability and journey to becoming a writer. Im very interested to hear everyone’s stories as I do not know an...
Writer's block is the worst nightmare of a writer. It is a condition when all your creative juices have disappeared. You're unable to write. You can't think of new ideas to start or you can't finish the one you've alrea...
After having a shopping experience with Ali-express and it wasn't that great, have decided to hear from people who have shopped from both sites and have understood the way they work and sell. So i want to know the online...
Which social media platform do you find generates the most likes and views when you blog? I use wordpress 'Publicize' and recently added tumblr, and found I had a very fast click rate. More people were sharing and reblog...
Holloween, All Souls Day, Day of the Dead, it will all happen in a few days time. And during this season one thing is common, fear. Not in a bad way but in a novelty kind of way. With all the scary decorations and ...
Have you ever talked to a friend about something not really that important? Then you end with your own opinion. Then he answers with his opinion, which is otherwise contrary to how you see that, something. So then you an...
The fastest way to lose your reader's attention is by creating content that is either hard to understand or confusing. Even if your target audience may understand the jargon, slang or whatever hard to understand wor...
Have been wondering why we have some article that we read today and still want to continue reading non stop, what are those ingredients in writing that attracts readers to never leave you blog or page and keep coming bac...
When I started writing articles, the first rule that I always follow is checking if my article is nice to read. We should be writing for our readers and not for ourselves nor for the money. What is the use of the article...
Youtube is littered with people making money with their pets. I enjoy these sort of videos a lot as I have a cat with personality. However, she writes, mostly on a Facebook page. However in the past, she has made me mone...
Every forum have rules and regulations that guides and directs how things should be done on the site but just like the old saying that goes like this - " In any gathering of 12 people, there will always be a Judas", whic...
Writing is an art which requires a lot of self-discipline and it also involves a lot of technique and skill. as a writer, you have to write on a different variety of subjects. Some of these subjects may be very close to ...
I've tried to cultivate the flexibility to put in writing anytime, as long I have a free time. In general, just because of my schedules, early to middle afternoon has been best time to write for me. Currently I've starte...
When you see the way people write you may begin to wonder how good they are when writing or is it that took time to develop their writing skill. If you see an article of a talented writer you will love it but when you se...
I can still remember years ago when the use of carbon paper was very common. They are basically used when one need to write duplicate copies without having to write twice. The carbon papers are placed in between two pape...
When it comes to sharing your success or positive experiences, I don't think much of us will be very averse to doing it. After all, there is no harm in letting people know about your achievements and get appreciated for ...
