Welcome to my journal
This is where I share my thoughts and experiences on the writing process and on living. You won’t find any “how-to” posts here, such as “Ten ways to be a better writer” or “Five ways to use a comma.” This is not a writing advice blog. Instead, I hope to offer a glimpse into my journey as a writer, as well as my thoughts on life and the world around me.
Latest Posts
Akubra abracadabra
‘There is no magic to wearing a hat.’ It was a cold day, with grey skies and the first drops of rain. I stood at the bus stop, waiting for the 137, when someone said, ‘Great hat.’ The hat was an Akubra. It fits my head snugly and has a broad rim that some people…
Why Do I Write?
When I was young, my mother said to me, ‘The problem is you think too much.’ Harsh but true. Yet I believe that life is a process of inquiry and reflection. A writer owns his story by the way he thinks, and the ability to write well comes from the ability to think well. “I…
Some thoughts on genre
Every story is a genre, and every genre has its rules. A genre helps readers know what will happen. Find the genre you love to read. Once you know what you love to read, choosing to write a story in this genre will sustain your passion and energy during the many days and nights of…
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