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10 Organizations You Should Be Following On Social Media
If you use social media, chances are that you are following hundreds of people and organizations. Some may be for entertainment, others may be creative outlets. If you're a creative writing/aspiring author, you're most likely following, sharing, and liking content...
Myth Four: The Writer is a Hermit
I know, I know, some of you are reading the title of this and saying, “But I write better alone” or “I like being alone.” It’s okay, I can be the same way. Though, when you’re a writer, I argue that you’re never actually alone. The characters are there with...
The History of Poetry
The word “poetry” itself comes from the Greek word poieo meaning “I create,” and create it does. Poetry is used to convey love, lyrics, anger, hate, magic… poetry is a method of creation and manifestation, a method of memory and preservation. Poetry is an art form,...
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