The Color of Language: Purple, Blue, and Beige Prose
Follow along as we break down the color wheel of writing!
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- May 3
- 2 min
What About Blog? A Brief Update on The Asterisk
A quick update on the state of our blog and the perils of ignoring creative energy!
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Editors
- Jan 18
- 4 min
Scenius: Brian Eno and Austin Kleon Say We’re Better Off Together
We're taking on Brian Eno's concept of scenius in a big but gentle way.
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- Jan 4
- 2 min
I Hope the Neck Opens Up for You
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On sheds some light on the year ahead.
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Editors
- Sep 28, 2022
- 4 min
How to Write a Novel: A 'Dear Annie' Letter
Writing a book is no easy task, nor is it prescriptive or formulaic. The best I may hope to offer is the way in which I craft my own book, w
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Editors
- Sep 14, 2022
- 3 min
Find Your Voice and Forget It
We're revisiting voice to say, "find it, use it, and leave it."
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- Sep 7, 2022
- 3 min
To Prologue or Not to Prologue: A Battle of Wits
If you don't write one, there is no prologue. So, should you?
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Editors
- Jul 13, 2022
- 3 min
I'm Almost Done with a Project and Imposter Syndrome is Kicking In
How imposter syndrome can creep up even if you think you've overcome it!
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Editors
- Jul 6, 2022
- 3 min
Design-Think Your Way to Your Next Book
Ever consider using design thinking to create a book? Check out our ideas on the subject!
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Editors
- Jun 8, 2022
- 2 min
Learn to Be Still
Allow us to ponder the role of stillness in the meaning of creation. We could probably all use a little peace in our existence right now.
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Editors
- May 18, 2022
- 2 min
Have You Ever Wanted to Write a Story? Announcing Eight Bells Bluff...
We designed Eight Bells Bluff as a game for both new writers and seasoned wordsmiths.
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Editors
- May 4, 2022
- 2 min
CYA: A Cautionary Tale on Copyright from Night of the Living Dead
The original copyright act began in 1909 and stated something to the effect of… if you want to hold a copyright, you need to include...
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Editors
- Apr 27, 2022
- 3 min
Practice Makes Perfect?
A long time ago-so long ago that I’m sure he won’t remember-I asked my guitarist friend Rich a question about how to improve my guitar...
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Editors
- Apr 13, 2022
- 3 min
The Sticky Truth About Daily Creative Practice
Way back in 2013, before the world went insane, I found myself creatively blocked. I had lost interest in writing, but my creative drive...
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Editors
- Apr 6, 2022
- 2 min
Why You Shouldn’t Read This Blog
Are you stuck in an endless cycle of motivation porn? Take a look at my letter for the week.
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Editors
- Mar 23, 2022
- 4 min
Steve Jobs, Pixar, and the Art of Creativity
We're delving into what it means to be creative with some of the creative greats. We've got all the best advice here!
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Editors
- Jan 12, 2022
- 4 min
Tattoos and the Art of Self-Expression
Jump into our rabbit hole as we discuss tattoos as an art form.
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Editors
- Jan 5, 2022
- 3 min
Stirring the Pot and Twisting the Plot: Creating Written Suspense
Good suspense includes four key elements: surprise, inevitability, escalation, and revelation. How can you keep a reader in suspense?
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Editors
- Dec 15, 2021
- 4 min
Staying Tense in the Best Way Possible: Lessons from Chuck Palahniuk
Up the tension in your writing with these helpful hints from master writer Chuck Palahniuk.
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Editors
- Dec 1, 2021
- 2 min
Perseverance: The Great Equalizer
Access, time, money and resources aren't necessarily what you need to compete; you need perseverance.
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