Introduction Who is J.K. Rowling? J.K. Rowling is one of the most inspirational authors and public figures of our time. She is best known for writing the beloved Harry Potter fantasy series, which has sold over 500 million copies worldwide. J.K. Rowling’s incredible story offers many life lessons and valuable insights for readers and aspiring … Read more
Introduction In the realm of creative writing, inspiration is not just a luxury. It’s a necessity. The fuel powers the imagination, transforming creative writing ideas into extraordinary narratives, characters, and worlds. Without inspiration, the blank page remains just that – blank. Creative writing demands a constant infusion of fresh ideas, often birthed from moments of … Read more
I remember watching the Stranger than Fiction movie, where a successful novelist named Karen Eiffel (played by Emma Thomson) faces a severe writer’s block case and desperately searches for ways to overcome writer’s block and her creative stagnation. To resolve the issue, her publisher sends an agent, Penny Escher (Queen Latifah), to “nudge her” and … Read more
Improving your writing productivity is critical to your life, whether you’re an aspiring novelist, a seasoned journalist, or a student working on academic papers. High productivity allows you to produce more writing in less time. Say, last year, you wrote 20 reports. If you produce 40 reports this year, you have increased your writing productivity … Read more
Two years ago, I wrote an article on improving your English writing when English is not your first language. It was a difficult writeup since I am myself from a country where English is not the first language, and I still continue to learn (and sometimes, make mistakes too). Nonetheless, the article continues to be … Read more