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The limitations of the written word

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Speaking of terrible first efforts … yes, one does have to start somewhere when wanting to write something. But – many times, unfortunately, when I entertain the thought of journaling (or, hopefully, writing something more sophisticated, so to speak), I end up not writing about the deluge of thoughts in my head because they appear… Continue reading →

The power of language and how to hone it

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An old favorite, this essay originally appeared as a guest post on Pro Writing Tips. Language, copyediting, and tips for honing your copyediting skills I love language for several reasons: double entendres, its delicate and potentially brutal beauty, its occasional dive into the abyss of the ineffable, and its unconscious power. We absorb outward reality—life—through… Continue reading →