Rachael Hanel's Blog, page 39
January 14, 2015
In defense of “Wrestling with Death”
I'm sure many people will "slam" WGN America's new reality show, but I'm not one of them. 
January 9, 2015
One phrase you don’t need to write in memoir
Are you using these two simple words that only serve to create distance between you and the reader?
January 4, 2015
“I cannot explain it but I wept”
One man and his two sons were tasked with the inconceivable work of burying 132 children after a school massacre in Pakistan.
December 30, 2014
This study about children’s cartoons may surprise you
What percentage of children's animated movies feature the death of a main character? 
December 27, 2014
How to add detail to your nonfiction
Add metaphorical detail to your nonfiction by exploring the possibilities of street names.
December 20, 2014
Where do you make a special stop for the holidays?
I make a special stop each year to get my Christmas ham. It's become a holiday tradition. 
December 17, 2014
7 books for the nonfiction writer on your holiday list
Seven must-read books for any nonfiction writer.
December 16, 2014
So you want to write nonfiction. Don’t do this!
I’ve had the opportunity to read a lot of nonfiction lately. It’s been a great exercise in what works and …
December 14, 2014
Christmas at Arlington
Beautiful. Read more about Wreaths Across America.Filed under: Cemeteries Tagged: Arlington National Cemetery, Christmas, veterans
December 12, 2014
Why running is so much better than writing
I suppose I’m too old to become a professional runner. Never mind too slow. But today was a day when …
