The Fourth of July – also known as Independence Day or July 4th – has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution.

Years ago, I wrote for hours on end in complete silence, just my dogs by my side. In recent years, I have switched over to writing with background music. So, which one do I prefer? Both, actually.

Earth Day takes place every year on April 22nd.

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In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, I present to you five world renowned Hispanic authors you should get to know. Please see below in alphabetical order:

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I want to talk briefly about a form of writing I discovered nearly a decade ago: Flash Fiction.

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On International Women’s Day we celebrate women who have made notable contributions to the betterment of society, locally and globally.

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Some people believe that unless you’re consumed by the desire to write that you’re likely not a ‘committed’ writer. After all, if you really really wanted to be a writer more than anything else in the world, you’d simply write more and be farther along with your novel, right? Hmm, maybe not.