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10 Ways to Read More Books Than You’ve Ever Read Before

Are you wondering how to read more? Here are the ten specific tactics that have helped me read over 70 books each year.

Here are the top 13 writing tips from Kurt Vonnegut and Suzanne McConnell’s writing advice book Pity the Reader.

I never thought I would say this, but I learned how to stop saying “Ah” and “Um” while waiting in line for a Subway sandwich…

The writing habits that earned me an “A” in English class would drive boredom and disengagement if I still used them today…

If you’re entirely comfortable with what you’ve already achieved, you will stop pushing to do more. The key is to find optimistic discontent.

Since starting my own commonplace book, I’ve collected hundreds of quotes about writing and creativity. Here are my 16 favorites.

Several months ago, a retired gentleman named Bob emailed me after stumbling on my blog. He wanted to meet to talk about writing. I agreed.

Some writers have a knack for telling stories in a way that captivates their audience, yet flirts with the edges of reality. Is that okay?

Employees want to follow someone who exhibits confidence, and they want to emulate someone who exhibits humility. Confident humility is key.

Our creative work should feel difficult. Otherwise, we’re not pushing hard enough or stretching ourselves enough.