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Alvinalexander
1 day ago
Writing

Michael Piller: Write just six pages a day

Writing is an endurance contest, not a sprint. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Writing

How could my mother leave her baby and then kill herself?': author Maria Grazia Calandrone's quest for answers

The book 'Your Little Matter' explores the story of Maria Grazia Calandrone's birth mother, shedding light on the tragic events and the journey of self-discovery. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Writing

Writing is lonely work but connecting with other novelists on zoom keeps me motivated | Jodi Wilson

When working solo, peer accountability is crucial for productivity and motivation in writing. [ more ]
Medium
5 days ago
UX design

You're not stuck; you're just in a story

Self-reflection through writing helps improve self-awareness and personal growth. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Writing

Is it a betrayal?' Claire Messud on writing her family into fiction

Writing about family can inadvertently depict real-life individuals, leading to unexpected interpretations and reactions. [ more ]
The Paris Review
1 week ago
Writing

"What a Goddamn Writer She Was": Remembering Alice Munro (1931-2024) - The Paris Review

Alice Munro's 'Family Furnishings' is a powerful story that continues to resonate and evolve with each reading, revealing deeper insights into life and writing. [ more ]
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iRunFar
4 months ago
Running

Stride by Stride

The book "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott offers instructions on writing and life.
The book explores the theme of writing as a reflection of life. [ more ]
"After all, she says, 'if you can’t find it in three pages, how are you going to do it in 40?'" @MariellaRudi profiled flash fiction star @VenitaBlackburn, who only goes long when it's worth it—like for her first novel, Dead in Long Beach, California https://t.co/4g20hdMfq2
Vulture
4 months ago
Writing

Venita Blackburn's First Novel Runs on Denial

Loss and denial are prominent themes in Venita Blackburn's writing.
Her first novel, Dead in Long Beach, California, explores the impact of denial on a protagonist dealing with the suicide of her brother. [ more ]
Nieman Storyboard
4 months ago
Writing

David Grann Part 2: Craft wisdom and breaking into narrative nonfiction | Nieman Storyboard

The right story should grip the writer and have fascinating subjects
The availability of underlying materials is important for telling a rich story [ more ]
MarTech
4 months ago
Marketing tech

Milton Hwang: Spotlight on the expert | MarTech

Contributing to MarTech involves a different writing style compared to corporate writing.
Delivering a talk or sitting on a panel can be nerve-wracking, but the speaker feels more comfortable in those situations. [ more ]
Above the Law
5 months ago
Law

Large Language Models Will Crush The Future Human Competitors Of Established Authors Suing Over AI Chatbots

Even successful writers often start with humble beginnings and modest pay
The rise of AI language models could potentially replace certain writing roles and hinder the growth of aspiring authors [ more ]
The Paris Review
5 months ago
Writing

Writing about Understanding - The Paris Review

Paragraphs are often overlooked in writing, but they play a crucial role in conveying ideas and organizing thoughts.
The quoted paragraph focuses on the perspective and feelings of a character, highlighting the contrast between her desires and those of the other characters. [ more ]
Hcn
6 months ago
Writing

A momentous trade illuminates what's true

A polished shard of abalone shell holds sentimental value for the author and serves as a reminder of their writing abilities.
Terwilliger Hot Springs in Oregon provided a refuge for the author during a difficult time in their life. [ more ]
Woweee this is deceptive.

Sports Illustrated Published Articles by Fake, AI-Generated Writers https://t.co/YjxxCN1c38
Futurism
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Sports Illustrated Published Articles by Fake, AI-Generated Writers

Sports Illustrated has been publishing articles by AI-generated authors.
The AI-generated authors have no social media presence or publishing history. [ more ]
the Guardian
6 months ago
Books

'The book took me about a decade': the 2023 Booker prize shortlisted writers on the stories behind their novels

Notes don't tell you anything about a novel's voice, which is the most important thing about it.
The book is not just about Cass but also about her family, each with their own problems connected to their shared past. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Books

AS Byatt obituary

AS Byatt was a prolific novelist who prioritized writing above all else.
She experienced the death of her son and it deeply impacted her creative career.
Byatt's novels were seen as a complement to her teaching work and a response to the academic environment. [ more ]
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