Steven Pinker’s 6 Tips To Becoming a Better Writer – Part 1

by Thomas McKinley

Much has been said about the tricks of the trade in writing. Just how are these 6 tips by renowned Canadian-born American psychologist Steven Pinker any different? These guidelines are formulated based on how the brain works, thereby exploring the science—not just the art of writing. Named as one of the “top 100 most eminent […]

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9 Famous Authors on Love

by Thomas McKinley

With the nearing Valentine’s Day looming to yet glorify our traditional, unattainable notion of love, there’s nothing like unconventional ideas about this most sought after feeling from people who feel things more deeply and elucidate them with the right words. Some authors, adept at constructing imaginary stories, portray a harder grip on the reality of […]

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Typing Slowly Linked to Better Writing

by Thomas McKinley

“Slow and steady wins the race” may also apply to writing. A recent study conducted by the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada, suggested that typing slowly may result in better writing chops. Researchers of the study found that participants who typed essays using only one hand fared better in their writing than those who […]

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Advice from Writers on How To Mend a Broken Heart

by Thomas McKinley

Writers don’t only offer a respite from reality with their imagined stories. They can also articulate words that can balm a grieving heart. How many of us have turned to literature when real-life solutions seem too cliché and more discouraging? The Xlibris Author Advice shares some of these quotes from literary and art-inspired online magazine […]

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An Infographic on the 10 Common Grammar Mistakes

by Thomas McKinley

Ask a book author about the most important part of their craft, and it’s highly unlikely that you’ll get the response: “It’s all about the grammar.” Most writers point to tone, style, and communicating a clearly written narrative as their top priorities. Without good grammar, though, the more creative elements of writing can quickly get […]

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