Raise Some Hell and Write Like the Devil

Watching the boob tube can make you a better writer.

Okay, what? I’m serious. Anyone who’s spent time with me knows most TV for me is a massive no-no. The reason is I’m easily sucked in and I find it a huge time-waster in general. However, when I need to buzz-out, let my brain relax, do a little chillaxing, you can find me channel surfing.

Yesterday morning, I skipped across amc, I clicked forward, then back. I lingered. I longed for more. I’d hit a Hell on Wheels marathon. Aside from leaving t...