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Craft books offer writing tips and inspiration
At some point in any writer’s life—whether you are starting out or need a dose of inspiration—a craft book on writing can be useful and helpful. A so-called “craft book” is sort of a writing class and writing companion gathered … Continue reading
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Remembering late governor from a reporter’s POV
Historically speaking, William Donald Schaefer was perhaps one of Maryland’s more unforgettable politicians. For several decades, first as Baltimore mayor, then governor and comptroller, he left his stamp on Maryland politics. Though Schaefer was sometimes profane, bluff, and outspoken, he … Continue reading
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Excerpt from ‘The House that Went Down with the Ship’
An excerpt from my mystery novel set in Chesapeake City: The Chesapeake City Historical Society and Museum was located in Franklin Hall, a three-story brick structure in the heart of the town’s historic district. Built in 1878, the building had … Continue reading
‘Constant reinvention is the new reality’
The Poynter Institute Journalism site is one I check periodically for ideas related to the journalism class I teach. Today I was reading the transcript of a live chat about transitioning newspaper skills to other jobs (in or out of … Continue reading
Create your own ‘Writer’s Stay-cation’
As a writer, what interests me more and more these days is the creative process. Where do our stories come from, and how do we put them into words?Let’s face it, being a writer requires more than a little … Continue reading
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