Split infinitives are like split lips or split ends. All three are bad, and all three require some work. Split ends require scissors and – I hope – a good hairstylist. Split lips need ice and maybe some stitches. Split infinitives? Split infinitives require editing, perhaps some ice but more likely scissors and glue (Cut and paste is a good friend to have.).
Archives for May 2012
Eight Poets for Communicators
Spin Sucks has been having entirely too much fun celebrating fiction. I’ve enjoyed the celebration – I enjoy fiction – but I feel as though poets and poetry need some attention. Thus, I’m writing my own post about poetry and posting it here.
Form and Content
Form is one of my cherished topics for a couple of reasons. One, I have a visual arts background. Two, I have a poetry background. Three, I have a marketing background. All those things involve “form” in some shape or manner.
Finding Joy; Creating Value
I’ve been obsessed with two ideas for the past few weeks: finding joy and creating value. I think they’re two sides of the same coin. What causes me joy should create value, if only in the joy I foster in my audience. Similarly, what brings value to my audience should have some value, some joy, to or for me.
What’s Your Story?
I recently was reading an article in Inc. about how important it is for entrepreneurs to be able to tell their stories in order to attract investors and customers. I agree, both as an entrepreneur and as a writer. Being able to tell my story is important.
When You Make It
I’m not sure what it means to make it as a writer. Does it occur after publishing a certain number of books? Is it when one receives the Pulitzer? Is it when one has a specific number of stalk- ahem, fans?