Kent Sanders No matter what or why you write, there is a common element that ties all writers together. We are all on a journey of discovery. We don’t just write to express what we think. We write in order to discover what we think. For many writers, it goes even deeper than that. It’s an itch … Read more
As a writer, you can use your skills to create content in an endless number of ways, including books, articles, social media, speeches, lessons, advertising copy, and so much more. Did you know you can also use your writing skills to help secure funding for nonprofit organizations? It’s not only a great way to serve … Read more
A lot of would-be writers don’t get started because they wonder if they have anything truly unique to offer. As they say, there is nothing new under the sun. When you look at the millions of books, blogs, podcasts, and magazine articles that have been created, what could you possibly say that is unique? The … Read more
Most young people only have a vague idea of who Johnny Carson is, if they have even heard of him at all. But if you’re 40 or older, you probably remember him as the host of “The Tonight Show.” From 1962-1992, Johnny Carson ruled the airwaves as the King of Late Night. If you were … Read more
There is a lot of talk in the writing community about finding your voice. But hardly anyone ever talks about what it means or how to do it. In the simplest terms, your voice is how you talk. It is how you express yourself. It’s your style. On the smallest scale, it even comes down … Read more
In a world where we value equality, we usually talk about power as if it’s a bad thing. But power is like time, money, or any other resource. It can be used for good or for bad. Writers don’t think about what we do in terms of power. We use words like creativity, craft, platform, … Read more
If you’re of “a certain age,” you probably remember watching Bob Ross on his TV show “The Joy of Painting,” which he hosted on PBS from 1983-1994. If you’re a little younger, you’ve probably discovered him on the internet, where he has developed an even bigger following. Each week on his show, Bob painted a … Read more
We’re still in the beginning months of 2023. As you think about all the things you want to accomplish this year, your mind is probably consumed by one question: “Can I do this?” It’s not a question of whether anyone needs to give you permission. Rather, it’s a question of whether you can muster the … Read more
There are a lot of sad words in the English language. But one of the saddest ones is “someday.” How many dreams have never been fulfilled… how many books have never been written… how many great works of art have never been created… all because someone thought they would get to them “someday”? That’s why … Read more
One of the basic motifs of superhero stories is the importance of a double life. When the hero puts on their costume, they are a courageous individual who rushes into the battle to save lives. But in order to conceal their true identity, they adopt a mild-mannered persona that is the total opposite of their … Read more