The first problem of any kind of limited success is the unshakeable conviction that you are getting away with something, and that any moment now they will discover you. – Neil Gaiman, “Make Good Art”
Archives for June 2014
Write Right: Emigrate versus Immigrate
“Emigrate” and “immigrate” sometimes are mistaken for one another. No wonder; the two words share a common theme and sound. They, however, do not bear the same meaning.
Write Right Gives a Mouse a Cookie
Trust the Words
When I write poetry, I try not to have a set conclusion in mind. I may start with some words or have an idea for an ending, but I don’t want to be tied to them. The words are a starting point. They may appear in a final draft, but they may not.
Write Right: Could Not Care Less
One of the more troublesome expressions is “could not care less.” It’s frequently written “could care less” even though the three words have an effect opposite what was intended.
How to Be a Better Writer: Be Humble
If you wish to become a better writer, you have to work on your craft. You also have to be humble. Yes, you should take pride in your work and be confident in your abilities as a writer, but you must still be humble. You must be teachable.