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ASJA Sunday, April 25th — SAVE THE DATE!

Hello fellow writers. I hope all of you will consider attending the annual American Society of Journalists and Authors conference. You do not have to be a member to attend the Saturday or Sunday sessions. I’m happy to announce that I will be speaking about web design Sunday 4/25 at 9am. Here’s the synopsis: No … Read more

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Editing is 75% of a writer's career

I’ve written a huge amount but now when i go back and read essays I wrote 3-5 years ago it looks completely different and needs editing. As I grow to be a stronger writer my older stuff looks weaker. It’s a good metaphor for life. As I get older and better and happier I look … Read more

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Tips for Successful Tweeting

DO tweet facts that can benefit others, retweet valuable content, create “How-To” blog posts, announce events and seminars, recommend books, movies, blogs, websites but try to keep it to one (or maybe two) topics. Humor is always great—be tasteful, or at least not vile, disgusting, sophomoric or foul. DON’T tweet other people’s content without giving … Read more

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Media Bistro Writing Classes

Last night I attended an Advanced Personal Essay class. It was well worth the time and cost. $100 for 4 hrs. 6:30-10:30pm at 475 Park Avenue at 31st Street. Nice space. The teacher, Paula Derrow, is the editor at Self magazine. The feedback felt spot on and the energy in the room was positive and … Read more

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