The study of literature seeks to understand how a set of written works within any period can offer insights into the dynamics of society, be they a personal reflection on the state of things from an individual viewpoint, or an examination of global events, race, gender, class, science, religion, and so much more. American literature …
The cyberpunk genre shows the dark side of the utopian visions and optimism sometimes found in science fiction stories. Social disorder, lawlessness through the rise of A.I. and cybernetics, and oppression from the ruling class are many of the themes explored in the genre. The literary genre has also been inspirational for many television shows, …
Interested in getting a degree in creative writing or publishing? This is a question that a lot of aspiring creatives ask themselves. Whether or not you pursue higher education in the field is something you should take some time to weigh. While journalism, blog writing, and book publishing aren’t entirely in high demand, there are …
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Tired of movies and television? Not feeling like reading right now? Music not what it once was? Try a fiction podcast. They are great during evenings relaxing on the couch or even while at the gym. Try to use your imagination and see what is going on in the story being read to you. These …
A surprising number of industries still rely on electric typewriters to write forms, fill out important memos and documents, and sign checks. You may also be a writer who is tired of messing with ink and unreliable mechanical typewriters and want something more advanced. So, the electric typewriter. Yes, they exist, and many people want …
Journalism is a noble profession with many challenges and unique opportunities to inform the world and tell important stories. Many people take on the role of reporter for their local town, some as an investigative journalist in Washington, and others risk their life traveling the world and entering war zones. Here are three noteworthy journalists …
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The decline of the print industry has been a long and painful one. It seems that even digital content isn’t immune to changes in advertising, rising costs, and increasing competition either. Still, some newspapers have persevered. Maryland Gazette The “Maryland Gazette,” now “The Capital,” is the oldest surviving newspaper in the United States. Founded in …
A chef has pots and pans, a bicycle rider his bike, and a writer his keyboard. The tool that you use to accomplish your art is important. While expensive tools won’t take a beginner to master level overnight, having the right tools won’t hold you back as much. For writers, a bad keyboard can mean …
As you advance your writing skills, you get to hone in on your style, write more quickly, and communicate more clearly and concisely. We all learn to write, but not everyone will strive to achieve a mastery of the craft. Other than practice, practice, and even more practice, learning from others is a great way …
Writing has been made relatively easy. With modern spellcheckers on your computer or phone and software like Grammarly or ProWritingAid, the average reader might never know you nearly failed all of your English classes. However, you should never rely too heavily on software. One reason is that this is inefficient. If you are spending as …
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