9 Writing Maxims to Embrace or Reject

9 Writing Maxims to Embrace or Reject

Writing is a craft that requires discipline. However, it’s also one of those crafts with no clear path and a need to explore. As such, many writers follow rules, guidelines, and advice that are patterned to their personalities, writing styles, goals, and motivations....
12 Successful Nonfiction Writers To Inspire You

12 Successful Nonfiction Writers To Inspire You

When people say they want to be a writer, they often talk about fiction writing. Admittedly, writing about fictional worlds has more freedom and appeal than our reality. Despite this, nonfiction writing is a viable career offering a platform to educate, inform, and...
15 Words English Borrowed from Other Languages

15 Words English Borrowed from Other Languages

English has borrowed numerous words from other languages, incorporating them into its lexicon with little to no modification. These borrowed words, known as loanwords, reflect the evolution of the language over time. Some of these loanwords have become so deeply...
20 Latin Phrases Still Used Today

20 Latin Phrases Still Used Today

Though considered a dead language, Latin’s influence still lingers in many languages today, including English. From legal to scientific names, Latin phrases continue to be used in various fields. These phrases are so commonplace you might not even realize they’re...
13 of the Most Prolific Authors In History

13 of the Most Prolific Authors In History

Some authors stand out not only for the quality of their work but also for the sheer amount they produce. Prolific authors often produce a continuous flow of titles, often without pause. To be clear, we’re not just talking about books. These titles could involve...
10 Famous Authors Who Only Wrote One Novel

10 Famous Authors Who Only Wrote One Novel

Readers often feel a unique frustration when they love an author’s novel but discover that it’s the only one the author has written. It leaves you wanting more even though you know it’s not possible. Sometimes that work is the one great idea they...