Last week I interviewed Katrina Leupp, an up-and-coming sociologist and researcher at the University of Washington, on behalf of …
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Writers’ Gains from Whole Grains
White bread and noodles and chips, OH MY! Don't worry. I'm not suggesting that you fear these foods as Dorothy feared wild animals. But …
The Upside of Downtime
I'm lying beside-the-pool lounge-chair style on my sofa with my laptop propped up on a pillow. The breeze outside speaks of soon-coming …
Interact in Moderation: How Commingling Breeds Success
When I completed my first novel, I called my mother, somewhat farklempt. "Take a nap," she said. "You just birthed a novel." 'Creativity' …
Writers’ Deadly Vices
Okay, so there are LOTS more than seven vices that can nuke a writing career. Fortunately, there are plentiful ways to prevent and stop …