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By Mark Posted on July 8, 2022

Something Close to Nothing

I’m not actually sure what time I woke up. Yulia and Sasha went off to the spa to do the hydrotherapy circuit and swim. Once I was up, I grabbed … Continue reading Something Close to Nothing

Categories: 2022 Tulum Trip, Travel, WritingTags: Mexico, travel, Vacation, writing
By Mark Posted on June 3, 2018June 3, 2018

Tech Test: Folding Keyboard

I have always loved to play with different tech tools. Especially when it comes to writing. When we are traveling I like to have the option to write where ever … Continue reading Tech Test: Folding Keyboard

Categories: Tech, WritingTags: Blogging, Design, gear, Meta, microsoft, Technology, test, wordpress, writing
By Mark Posted on May 31, 2018May 31, 2018

Thoughts on Writing

Like many writers, I get stuck. I can sit and stare at a keyboard for hours, or at least be near the keyboard, blocked, trying to get something written, and … Continue reading Thoughts on Writing

Categories: Tech, WritingTags: bag, Blogging, computers, Field Notes, gear, goals, Surface, Technology, Thoughts, Vacation, writer's block, writing
By Mark Posted on April 16, 2015

“How I Work” from Warren Ellis

Unless we are traveling, I never write enough. And for whatever reason, I seem to love picking through how other writers work and stay unblocked. Warren Ellis is right at … Continue reading “How I Work” from Warren Ellis

Categories: WritingTags: Warren Ellis, writing
By Mark Posted on December 29, 2014December 29, 2014

Blogging Meta: 2014 in review

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2014 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: A New York City subway train holds 1,200 people. This blog was viewed about … Continue reading Blogging Meta: 2014 in review

Categories: InternetTags: Blogging, Meta, wordpress, writing
By Mark Posted on August 16, 2014August 16, 2014

10 Stunning Writing Studios

Another great article. It is always interesting to see how others like to work, although this is a bit of speculative architecture more than anything else. I certainly have found … Continue reading 10 Stunning Writing Studios

Categories: WritingTags: architecture, Boats, retreat, writing
By Mark Posted on August 13, 2014August 13, 2014

In the 1930s, a New Yorker editor wrote this perfect style guide for today’s bloggers

An excellent set of writing rules. It falls right in line with the short book on writing (which was originally an article) by Elmore Leonard. Great stuff. Generally, write so … Continue reading In the 1930s, a New Yorker editor wrote this perfect style guide for today’s bloggers

Categories: WritingTags: Elmore Leonard, New Yorker, Rules, writing
By Mark Posted on August 11, 2014August 11, 2014

How to Increase Your Daily Word Count by 75%

Neat ideas on changing habits. I have been trying several things myself, not just for writing, but also for working out. Since being in a car accident, my old habits … Continue reading How to Increase Your Daily Word Count by 75%

Categories: WritingTags: Journal, Planning, productivity, workout, writing
By Mark Posted on July 23, 2014July 23, 2014

First Friday Wordsmiths – Warren Ellis – On Writing

I’m a rather big fan of Warren Ellis. I also like to hear writers talk about the writing process. This is a neat short interview from Warren on Comic Writing. … Continue reading First Friday Wordsmiths – Warren Ellis – On Writing

Categories: WritingTags: comics, Warren Ellis, writing
By Mark Posted on October 5, 2012July 19, 2014

Contractual Obligation Posting

Goddammit. I have a deadline… and I can do deadlines. I have set myself a new goal this year of writing up an article on my Blog by each Friday. … Continue reading Contractual Obligation Posting

Categories: Books, Life, WritingTags: ereader, Kindle, mental focus, Meta, normal books, random points, writing
By Mark Posted on February 18, 2012June 21, 2018

Fear of a Book Planet

I have a bookshelf with several of my favorite authors. When I was more more organized, the top two shelves were dedicated to two writers exclusively. Hunter Thompson and Douglas … Continue reading Fear of a Book Planet

Categories: BooksTags: Books, Douglas Adams, Hunter S. Thompson, writing

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