Life

Bukowski Was Right: Don't Try
I considered writing yesterday, Sunday 15th September, and nothing was working—so I didn’t. In case you are wondering what constitutes Paul Stewart not writing, I finished editing and published an ode to Donna Fox. So, it wasn't exactly an unproductive day.
By Paul Stewartabout a year ago in Writers
Plagiarist!!
**EDIT** THE USER AND HIS STORIES HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM VOCAL It has come to my attention that we have another serial plagiarist. Michelle first reported it in our plagiarism group chat on Facebook Messenger this morning when she noticed one of her stories had been stolen by this user. We immediately went into action.
By Mother Combsabout a year ago in Writers
Balancing Book Work And Vocal
I Often Describe My Life As My Circus Act It's just a fact. I've got too much going on for it to be anything but a loud, chaotic, whirlwind of music, fire, and crazy people doing crazy things.
By Hope Martinabout a year ago in Writers
Pillow Talk
I miss the way you messed up your side of the bed. I have this queen all to myself now. My forlorn shadow drowns in the space left by the empty indent on your side. I fervently will the sides of the mattress to shrink, seeking something to cradle my ravaged heart, grasping my blankets tighter to my body. No one steals my covers anymore, or pulls at the sheets I fastidiously tucked into hospital corners. I never understood how you could throw my perfectly made bed into a twisted mess of cotton and limbs.
By kirakabout a year ago in Writers
Suggesting An Approximate Age
Author's Note: My life today and early life, or non-fiction, are mostly what I write now. I also started writing poetry while writing rap for a grandchild who thought that, because I wrote, I might be able to write him a few rap songs. He came back with I didn’t rhyme enough.
By Denise E Lindquistabout a year ago in Writers
Otelia Cox 2025: A Legacy of Strength, Service, and Devotion
In today’s rapidly changing world, we often search for figures who embody resilience, compassion, and purpose. One such figure who continues to inspire people in 2025 is Otelia Cox. Her journey is more than a personal story; it is a testament to the values of strength, service, and devotion that remain timeless and universally relevant.
By alinasir nasirabout a year ago in Writers
My Honest, Messy First Month as a Digital Nomad
Spoiler: It wasn’t exclusively sunsets, smoothie bowls, and flawless Instagram snapshots. The Instagram Version vs. The Real Version
By Jasmine Bowenabout a year ago in Writers
The Spooky Trick on Old Mother Hubbard
This is the third and final instalment in my series of childhood stories brought back to life. You can check out my other stories here.
By Sandy Gillmanabout a year ago in Writers
7 Quick-Fixes That Work – Why Your Garden Isn’t Blooming . AI-Generated.
7 Quick-Fixes That Work – Why Your Garden Isn’t Blooming Are you struggling with flowers that won't bloom? Here are 7 quick-fixes, and some expert flower garden tips to get your plants going again, and have your garden thriving again.
By Smart blendabout a year ago in Writers
Writing Down The Bones Deck #19
Hi guys, I have been trying to write more now that the kids are back into school. I love these cards and I am so thankful for Denise for showing us all these beautiful writing prompt cards.
By Chloe Unfilteredabout a year ago in Writers
Language Creation: How Much Is Too Much?
“Every language is a map of human experience.” — Margaret Atwood As a fantasy writer, I love nothing more than stumbling across a beautifully crafted fictional language — until it becomes a full-blown cryptic crossword puzzle that derails the plot.
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers
Writing Powerful Queens, Kings, and Rulers in Fantasy
“Power doesn’t corrupt. It reveals.” — Often true in life, always true in fiction. Let’s be honest: we’ve all read a fantasy book where the so-called “ruler” is more cardboard than crown. Bland, stiff, and strangely uninspiring — even though they supposedly command empires. But when it’s done right? A fantasy queen or king can be utterly magnetic. You remember them. You quote them. You might even accidentally start modeling your own confidence after them (I’ve been there).
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers