My Return to Treasure Island
What could be more ironic than a fabulous bookstore with a paltry selection?
Handing Down a Perfect Sentence
Hemingway’s legacy to us was his bold use of simple declarative sentences.
Use & Abuse of Magic in Writing
Repeal the law of gravity, and it’s no surprise if somebody flies.
Film’s Tremendous Tug on Storytelling
A century-plus of humans viewing cinema has forever altered the ways in which we all perceive and receive our stories. Consequently, that century ought to show some effect on how we craft our stories, too.
The Risky Link Between Ink and Drink
I’d say one of the most hazardous phrases human beings have scrawled is, “In vino, veritas” – which is of course Latin for, “In wine, there is truth.”
A Story’s Foundation: Ground-Proofing!
Antarctica does not have any polar bears. Yet, I felt pleased to discover on a recent voyage that this polar continent does boast a Camille Seaman.