Inspiration
Paying Tribute to Purdue’s Music Maker: Chuck Coe
September 22, 2015 by in Inspiration

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams.” — Arthur O’Shaughnessy, British poet (1844-1881) The Writing Well is delighted to pay tribute today to a special

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Author & Literary Trivia
Dragon*Con 2015 — Memorable Moments
September 9, 2015 by in Author & Literary Trivia

I attended my fourth Dragon*Con this past weekend after a two-year hiatus and it didn’t disappoint. The event – dubbed “the wildest geek convention on the planet” by TripAdvisor –

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Connecting with God through Prayer: One Author’s Journey
August 16, 2015 by in Inspiration

More than 75 percent of Americans believe in the importance and power of prayer. But, how many enjoy it, look forward to it, and feel equipped for the task? That’s

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Book Reviews
The Art of the Book Review: A Conversation with Elaine Newton
June 21, 2015 by in Book Reviews

By Anne Wainscott-Sargent Every month starting in November through March, Naples, Florida, book lovers are treated to the insights of Elaine Newton, creator of the Critic’s Choice book club. This

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Newspapers Not a Dying Business in Southwest Florida – A Journalist’s Mecca
January 29, 2015 by in Inspiration

“Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.”

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Author Interviews
A Look Inside the Craft of Humor and Satire Writing
July 1, 2014 by in Author Interviews

By Anne Wainscott-Sargent Georgia writers Jameson Gregg and Roy Richardson share three things in common: they love language, they love Mark Twain and they love to make people laugh. I

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Author Interviews
Memorial Day Post: Author of ‘Dear Mark’ Honors Brother’s Sacrifice in Vietnam
May 26, 2014 by in Author Interviews

Today in honor of Memorial Day, The Writing Well features Susan Clotfelter Jimison, whose book, Dear Mark, has just been published in time for this holiday honoring our fallen servicemen

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Author Interviews
Spring Mini-Blog Tour: Four Writing Qs Answered
May 12, 2014 by in Author Interviews

Today on The Writing Well, I’m taking part in a mini-blog tour! It’s fun to share a little bit about my writing process and to recognize three other writers. Thanks

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Author Interviews
The Intersection of Slavery & Freedom: One Man’s Journey Finding his Family Story
December 16, 2013 by in Author Interviews

Today, Michael N. Henderson has reason to celebrate. On this day 234 years ago, his fourth-generation great-grandmother gained her freedom. Below is a fascinating story of Michael’s 30-year journey uncovering

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The Writing Well Honors Veterans: Most Memorable War-related Posts
November 11, 2013 by in Inspiration

Today, as America honors those who have served their country, The Writing Well revisits this blog’s most poignant posts with veteran themes over the last four years. Published on U.S.

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