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The Other Stories podcast, episode 20

Posted on 08/13/2015 by

A writer friend of mine convinced me to do this podcast called The Other Stories. Yeah, I know…a friend convinces you to do something…but this turned out quite well. I was interviewed by Ilana Masad, the podcast host, and our … Continue reading →

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Letters From the J. Crew Dude, Part 3 — The Conclusion

Posted on 08/27/2013 by

To those readers who have not read Part 1 and Part 2 of Letters From the J. Crew Dude, I strongly urge you to do so before you read Part 3. You will understand the overall flow and have a … Continue reading →

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On Sunsets and the Importance of Hanging Around

Posted on 07/24/2013 by

I have a thing about dusk, my favorite time of day, and sunsets. I think sunsets are nature’s most exquisite art. They never fail to put me in a relaxed state of awe. They are never the same, even second … Continue reading →

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The Terrible Burden of Having Stuff

Posted on 07/08/2013 by

Moving is hell, as the saying goes, and my recent move to California, in the tiresome way of all major moves, has been hellish. The main driver of misery is the Stuff to be moved. There is the back breaking, … Continue reading →

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Greatest 80s Music Videos – the Digest: “Come on Eileen” Dexys Midnight Runners

Posted on 09/25/2012 by

The music video for “Come On Eileen,” a lethally infectious single by Dexys Midnight Runners, hit MTV in 1982 and that zippy violin melody and images of shirtless hillbillies have been burning in our brains ever since. 80s videos were … Continue reading →

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Emoticons: Where They Come From & Why I Use Them

Posted on 08/06/2012 by

Anyone who has communicated on a social network or done some texting knows about emoticons, those clever smiley-faced :) and frowny-faced :( symbols. I count myself as a heavy user because I am an emotional and sensitive guy, a writer … Continue reading →

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What Writers Need to Know About Book Cover Design: An Interview with Artist Lee Libro

Posted on 07/17/2012 by

Effective cover art has always been an important part of publishing a book. In this dawning age of self-publishing and indie writers a good cover artist is an important member of every author’s publishing team. I was lucky to come … Continue reading →

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