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October 21, 2019

How to prepare for National Novel Writing Month

Take this as a friendly reminder: NaNoWrMo will soon be upon us once more. Now's the time to prepare for National Novel Writing Month.

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Published on October 21, 2019 06:10

October 14, 2019

Hemingway Up in Michigan: The Birth of Nick Adams and a Literary Legend

Ernest Hemingway is one of the greatest American authors. But the tale of his childhood in northern Michigan goes largely untold.

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October 10, 2019

How to find writing inspiration: My personal journey

You could ask any writer. I’m sure they could tell you how they begin their writing process. But where do they find their writing inspiration? Maybe inspiration strikes like lightning — the entire story, right there in their mind, neatly wrapped with a bow. Maybe they have a nugget of an idea and begin to […]

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September 23, 2019

No more excuses: How busy people can still find time to read

Every year, we vow to find more reading time. Every year, it doesn't happen. Here are some tips to finally get back to the pleasure of leisurely reading.

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Published on September 23, 2019 06:15

October 1, 2018

Ranking the Best Mitch Albom Books

One of the greatest writers of his generation, Mitch Albom has mastered the "magical realism" sub-genre. Let's count down the best Mitch Albom books.

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Published on October 01, 2018 06:05

Ranking the best Mitch Albom books

One of the greatest writers of his generation, Mitch Albom has mastered the "magical realism" sub-genre. Let's count down the best Mitch Albom books.

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Published on October 01, 2018 06:05

March 28, 2018

Book Review: In a Northern Town

A glowing review of my short story collection "In a Northern Town" from book blogger atlbooksandbrews.

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Published on March 28, 2018 08:25

March 14, 2018

Ranking the 5 Best Ernest Hemingway Books

Ernest Hemingway was one of the greatest authors in the history of American literature. Let's countdown some of the best Hemingway books.

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Published on March 14, 2018 06:40

Ranking the best Ernest Hemingway books

Ernest Hemingway was one of the greatest authors in the history of American literature. Let's countdown some of the best Hemingway books.

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March 9, 2018

Paul Howarth’s Only Killers and Thieves: An Honest Book Review

Frequently compared to Philipp Meyer’s The Son, Paul Howarth’s debut novel Only Killers and Thieves should be the next book on your reading list.

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Published on March 09, 2018 06:48