A typical work day passed. I paved my way out of the office building past little 5 o’clock in the afternoon. My medium sized brown sling bag was bumping on and off my thighs as I increased the pace of my steps. I knew there is something new and peculiar will happen. How did I…
Definition of Writer: Encouragement to Fellow Writers
Not all writers are best writing writers, and they don’t have to be just to get the prestige title. Sadly, most people who dream to write a book or to become a writer would not push through at all because they thought that in order to become a writer, it’s either they finish a writing…
The Stubborn Writer
It is past two o’clock early morning, and the only sound that is audible from his slightly lit bedroom is the continuous tappings of the computer keyboard and the pitter-patter sound of raindrops from the outside. Harold has been writing in the past three years as a freelancer and had finished writing his first novel,…
What is Writing Mission and Vision?
In this blog, I will share to you one of the most effective and powerful methods that I practice (and it really works for me) in all my writing works, which is: Declaring a writing mission and vision. I find this approach applicable to all types of writing works, because any writing work (and…
Memories
It is sunny outside and the road is little rocky. My husband is silently driving fast through the humps and bumps, but the vibrations inside the car is not strong enough to bother my levitating thoughts across the memories that I love to play inside my head repetitively. Have you ever felt that? I do….
How to Build Focus and Commitment in Writing
Writing requires focus and commitment to finish a short story, a book or a blog post entry. It sounds easy to grasp and make it happen but in reality, many aspiring writers (and even professional writers) are failing on this aspect. A new important question that you need to ask yourself is: “What does it…
Be Authentic and Clear: The Ultimate Foundation in Writing
As I share important thoughts in this post, most of what you will read are snapshots of my experiences in pursuing my passion career as a writer. Each person has unique reasons why he wants to write. And an important question that you need to answer for yourself is: “Why do I write?” or “Why…
Letter in a Bottle
For the first time, her husband allowed her to take a time off from taking care of their infant and house chores. Her life has always been restless and full of responsibilities because of the people relying on her strength and presence. Unmarried, she was the leader and provider for her parents and siblings. And…
Three Perspectives of Dream
A young boy new to their village decided to walk along the neighborhood, hoping that he will find new friends. On the first street, he met an old man with a staff and wearing a rugged hat. “What is your name?” The young boy asked. And the old man answered, “I won’t tell you my…
2nd Visit: The Old Knitter Speaks of Love
Synopsis: For the second time, the young lady visits the old woman knitter to learn something more as she promised on her first visit. This time, it is about love. This story is the continuation of the 1st Visit: The Old Knitter Speaks of Dream, Peace and Happiness. Read what happened on the first visit…