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I decided to start writing online—and honestly, I didn’t expect what would happen next. At first, it was just a simple thought that crossed my mind on an ordinary day.
By Kate | Life, Love & Everything In Between6 months ago in Writers
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By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast6 months ago in Writers
How AVMs Are Replacing Traditional Appraisals in HELOC Lending
The home equity lending ecosystem is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technology and borrower demand for faster access to funds. With over $11.5 trillion in tappable home equity in the U.S. and more than $200 billion withdrawn annually, lenders are under increasing pressure to streamline processes without compromising risk assessment.
By sammmy6 months ago in Writers
Katy Perry Under Police Investigation Following Ruby Rose Allegations
Authorities in Australia have confirmed that an investigation is underway following allegations made by Ruby Rose against pop star Katy Perry, which has made a significant escalation in a controversy that began online.
By Elia Raza6 months ago in Writers
Remembering All the Hidden Gems in Older Books that We Published. Top Story - April 2026.
If the title and subtitle of this story sounds vain and like I'm doing a bit of bragging, that's probably because I am. Lately, I've been revisiting some of my older ebooks that I published nearly 10 years ago. Not only am I surprised at how relevant and just as timely the material still is, but I honestly forgot just how informative, inspirational, and extremely motivating I can be at times.
By Justiss Goode6 months ago in Writers
Is Your Child's Smartphone Stealing Their Childhood? The Truth Every Parent Needs to Hear
Picture a family dinner table. Plates are full. Food is warm. But nobody is talking. The parents are scrolling. The children are watching videos. Everyone is physically present but mentally somewhere else entirely — absorbed in a glowing rectangle that demands their full attention and gives very little back.
By sammmy6 months ago in Writers
Why Digital Birthday Invitations Are Changing the Way We Plan Parties
Planning a birthday party—especially for children—often begins with good intentions and a long checklist. There are themes to choose, guests to invite, and countless small details to manage along the way. Among these tasks, creating and sending invitations might seem minor, yet it often sets the tone for the entire event.
By Abbasi Publisher6 months ago in Writers
📰 Vocal Media This Week: What People Are Really Writing About (April 13 Edition). AI-Generated.
This week on Vocal Media isn’t random. It looks like chaos. But it’s actually a blueprint. And if you pay attention, it’s quietly telling you exactly what works right now.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran6 months ago in Writers
You’re Not Lazy—You’re Just Doing This One Thing Wrong
I used to call myself lazy in a way that sounded almost casual. Like it wasn’t a big deal. “I’m just being lazy today.” “I’ll do it later.”
By John Smith6 months ago in Writers
The difficulty of writing what you mean the first time around
I started writing quite a while back now all the way in 2012 when I first started freewriting scribbling notes into a paper journal to then rewrite and post on my personal blog.
By Malachai Hough6 months ago in Writers
It’s Not Rigged—It’s Just Writing
This follows on from my recent entry into Harper Lewis’ “It’s Not Fair!!!!” rogue challenge thingy. Winning isn’t everything. I know—easy for the guy whose profile page is as busy as Grand Central, King’s Cross, or Shinjuku Station with challenge placement badges. Yes, I have 37 to be exact. Six wins, five of which came within the last six months.
By Paul Stewart6 months ago in Writers
Paul and John's 47-Words Short Story Unofficial Challenge. Top Story - March 2026.
UPDATE - Republished to update the list of entries, with the 49 we've had so far. Completely smashed last unofficial challenge which recieved 31 entries. And there is still time. If you have yet to enter and fancy winning a bit of money or just challenging yourself or both or just making two old geezers job harder - please enter!
By Paul Stewart6 months ago in Writers