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6 Early Blogging Mistakes I Made as a Beginner (And How to Avoid Them)

This is what a decade of trial and error has taught me about blogging. I wish someone had told me these things years ago.

Why Do We Celebrate Labor Day in the United States?

It's a lot more than just a day off work. Labor Day represents the grit, ambition and hard work that built the United States.

5 Indie Bookstores Worth Visiting

There's something special about indie bookstores: the passion from their booksellers, the creativity in their setups and their comforting environments.

How the 5-Paragraph Essay is Still Thriving (And We Didn’t Realize It)

The five-paragraph essay isn't just useful in high school classrooms anymore. It has taken over the online writing community.

7 Best Short Books to Read in a Day

It can be difficult to squeeze a good book into our busy lives. If you find yourself with a free Saturday, here are the best short books to read in a day.

When the Bills Arrive: Having a Baby During a Pandemic

The last thing you need when having a baby during a pandemic are unexpected bills. But those bills are exactly what hospitals need.

Why Yellow Journalism Today is Rampant in the 21st Century

What began more than 100 years ago in a battle between major New York newspapermen, yellow journalism now seems tailored to the digital age.

Should authors read book reviews left by readers?

Book reviews, whether good or bad, can leave a lasting impact on writers. Let's discuss if authors should be reading these book reviews at all.

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Writing About Real Historical Figures

Is it okay to write about real historical figures in a fiction book? Here are 4 questions you should ask yourself if you want to go down that road.

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Using Real Historical Figures in Your Writing

Is it okay to write about real historical figures in a fiction book? Here are 4 questions you should ask yourself if you want to go down that road.