Malky McEwan
Bio
Curious mind. Author of three funny memoirs. Top writer on Quora and Medium x 9. Writing to entertain, and inform. Goal: become the oldest person in the world (breaking my record every day).
Stories (70/0)
Challenge Your Creative Writing Skills with this Devious Test
In 1585, William Shakespeare disappeared off the face of the earth for seven puzzling years. Those lost years have had scholars scouring the records for the bard’s signature but to no avail. It’s a mystery.
By Malky McEwan4 days ago in Writers
There's More Than One Way to Become a Successful Writer
“What have you been up to since I last saw you, Brian?” “I’m glad you asked,” he said. “I’ve been meaning to speak to you for a while. I’ve been writing a book and I need your advice.” “That’s easy,” I said. “You can either be Harper Lee or George Donald.” “Why?” “Because they have one important thing in common.”
By Malky McEwan8 days ago in Writers
The Purpose of this Article is to Grant You a Superpower
“What do you want, Geo…”. It took me a second to realise George wasn’t behind me when I got to the bar. I looked back and saw him by the door, smiling like a lemon shark. He’d taken four steps into the pub and stopped.
By Malky McEwan9 days ago in Motivation
The Most Revealing Trait in Our Human Nature
Long walks, workouts, quizzes, scrabble, cocktails, film nights, wine tasting, cake baking, fancy dress, cooking, navel-gazing, falling out, making up, afternoon naps, clapping at six, long baths, murders and staring openmouthed at the news.
By Malky McEwan11 days ago in Families
Fallen Out With Writing? — This Is Why
By any measure, selling millions of copies of your book is a success. Yet, according to math professor Jordan Ellenberg, “A Brief History Of Time” by Stephen W. Hawking, which sold 25 million copies, is one of the least-read books ever.
By Malky McEwan12 days ago in Writers
- Top Story - November 2023
How a Poisonous Yellow Frog Explains Why Trump Leads the Polls
If you are ever in Columbia, keep your eye out for a tiny banana-yellow frog. Brightly coloured animals in nature generally mean danger. Beware. The Golden Poison Frog is a prime example. It’s the world’s most toxic animal. You will find it hopping around on the forest floor in broad daylight.
By Malky McEwan16 days ago in The Swamp
