Why Should I Write?

The art of reading and writing is taught to children both in the home and school. Numerous are the teaching aids used to accomplish this as early as possible. Educators world wide want students to excel in reading and writing because the written matter whether on paper or on the internet is vital for effective communication. Have you ever thought for a moment what the world would be like without writers?

The Five Secrets of Writing with a Partner

Writing your book with a partner, or several partners, could be dream come true. It can dramatically reduce the time it takes to write the book, it can give you motivation, and it can allow you to focus on what you do best, but if you don’t do it right, you can destroy the project, destroy friendships and destroy an other wise excellent idea. Here are the ways to make it work effortlessly for everyone involved.

Betty Ann Ross, Just Who Is That Woman

That same year on a Saturday afternoon we were watching the Oklahoma and Texas football game from her living room. All of a sudden my pager went off and I went to the phone and called the plant and learned that some equipment was down and the shift foreman needed my help. I told Betty I would be back in a few minutes and to let me know how the game ended. She said she would and I left. A couple of hours later I came back and asked her about the game and she said Texas won. The next morning we drove to a local restaurant to read the Sunday paper and have some breakfast and I immediately saw on the front page that Oklahoma had won the football game. I glanced over at Betty. “I thought you said Texas won the game.” She glanced up from the women’s section of the paper. “They did win, didn’t they?” “No!” I said, and showed her the score. “Oh!” She said. “I suppose I should have watched the rest of the game.”

Can You Make a Living as a Writer?

Many people wonder whether they can become a writer. It sounds glamorous and exciting- do you have what it takes?

German Translations

Growth and development in Germany has consequently led to availability of several economic opportunities. Germany plays a major part in international trade and business and indirectly influences lives of millions of people across the globe. This has necessitated many non-Germans to learn German language to be able to communicate with business partners and so on. Not all may be able to learn the language. Many people have started providing translations of written texts that help non-Germans access German technology, rules and regulations and so on.

Professional Translations

World is soon turning into a global village where personal and business transactions are not limited to people of one country. People have realized the importance of professional translations to understand global markets and trends, as not all countries speak the same language. Lack of knowledge of a language implies missing out on huge opportunities offered by the expanding global market.

Five Things to Consider When Recruiting New Members for Your Writing Group

If you've decided it's time to add to the membership roster of your writing group, you might find it's not quite so easy to choose new members. Whether you host a local writing group or one that meets on line, there are a number of considerations you'll want to take into account as you recruit new members.

The Invisible Me

Why does nobody listen while you talk. Can I get a answer here? Talk to me please.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Characters and Archetypes

Characters and Archetypes Though not critical, it is useful to keep in mind the concept of the loop, which is most often used to neatly close a story (which does not necessarily mean that all challenges are resolved). The very first sequences link to the very last.

7 Steps To Keeping Up With Technology

It is virtually impossible to be a full-time freelance writer without being computer literate. Moreover, it is becoming impossible to sustain yourself in this business unless you are on-line, with e-mail, both home and away. There are things that will be expected of you as a businessperson. Here are some steps you should take, if you are to meet those expectations.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Afterlife Act

His receives a high status burial (is buried on high ground etc). In Out of Africa (1985), Denys is buried upon a hilltop.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Final Catharses

Many of the most successful stories end with multiple catharses (often four or more). Brokeback Mountain (2005) is no different. a) Catharsis 1: Ennis’ postcard is returned marked deceased...

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Shape Shifter Denied

Very often, it is here [post the Rebirth but before the Reward] where the Romantic Challenge decides to reject the Shape Shifter (who is the Hero's romantic competitor), and accept the Hero.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Call to Adventure

A staple of the Hero's Journey and Transformation. Separate and distinct from the Inciting Incident. A Call for the Hero to set out on a Journey; an implicit Call to face Challenges. It is the undergoing of the Journey that will Transform the Hero and provide him (or her) with the capacity to conquer challenges that were previously unconquerable. In Bonnie and Clyde (1967), Clyde invites Bonnie for a drink.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Woman as Temptress

The Hero is often (but not necessarily) tempted into the Night Sea Journey by a female. In Gladiator (2000), Lucilla persuades Maximus to go along with the plan. In An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), it is Paula's secret that causes Zach to disappear. In Jason and the Argonauts (1963), it is Medea that leads Jason to the King.