Today’s word comes from a news article I read earlier this week. Follow me on Facebook: @jjshaunauthor. Today’s Word (C) 2019 JJ ShaunNihilism Part of Speech noun Definition A viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded, and existence is senseless and useless.A doctrine that denies any objective ground of truth and especially of moral … Continue reading Wednesday Word for November 20, 2019
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Turkey Travel Time
The turkey travel season is once again upon us. Next week I drive to parts east to visit family for the Thanksgiving Holiday. That means packing up the car and driving to the Midwest. This year, it’ll just be First Reader and me for a change, because our regular passengers (grandkids) will be staying home. … Continue reading Turkey Travel Time
Random Quote for November 18, 2019
I've learned that fear limits you and your vision. It serves as blinders to what may be just a few steps down the road for you. The journey is valuable, but believing in your talents, your abilities, and your self-worth can empower you to walk down an even brighter path. Transforming fear into freedom—how great … Continue reading Random Quote for November 18, 2019
Acting Out
Have you ever tried role-playing to enhance your writing? One place that I get a lot of my writing ideas is at the gaming table. Now, I know not everyone is into table-top role-playing games like me, but the world offers other avenues to “role-play” your writing. Consider hosting a murder mystery dinner party . … Continue reading Acting Out
Random Quote for November 16, 2109
"In those days spirits were brave, the stakes were high, men were real men, women were real women, and small furry creatures from Alpha Centauri were real small furry creatures from Alpha Centauri. "~Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy Douglas Adams
Notes From A Boomer
I try to stay away from discussing politics and religion because of the divisive nature of those topics in American discourse. However, because of events from this week, I thought it would be an opportunity to share a little American culture from my point of view. I was born into a military family, and I … Continue reading Notes From A Boomer
Wednesday Word for November 13, 2019
Today’s words come from a reader. She asked that I define iterate https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iterate and reiterate https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reiterate. Follow me on Facebook: @jjshaunauthor. Today’s Word (C) 2019 JJ Shauniterate, reiterate Part of Speech transitive verb Definition To say or do again or again and again.To utter again or repeatedly.To state or do over again or repeatedly sometimes … Continue reading Wednesday Word for November 13, 2019
Notes on Tech Writing
A simple flow chart Last time, I shared an overview of what a Tech Writer does in the high-tech world. I focused on the high-tech computer industry because that’s where I spent my career. But Tech Writers can work in almost any field. All it takes is a little knowledge or passion for an industry … Continue reading Notes on Tech Writing
The Trouble with Tropes
The Cinderella Trope I’ve been struggling to finish my novel. And I’m not exactly sure why. I have a solid plot, solid characters, and a real place in which to base the story. Part of the solution occurred to me as I laid down for a nap the other day. The whole concept started with … Continue reading The Trouble with Tropes
Standing for Progress
Progress toward my new freelance career is going slowly, to say the least. I have managed to get one important piece installed, though, and that’s the sit-stand addition to my desk. If you sit for a living like most writers, being able to stand up while you work is invaluable. Sitting wasn’t as much of … Continue reading Standing for Progress
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