Category: Writing
Where I Get My Ideas: One Example
How a childhood memory sparked both fictional backstory—and this blogpost Read More …
Primary Source Research: The Dusty Joyousness of Deep Dives
A primary research field trip leads to many unexpected discoveries. Read More …
Unique Voices: Reading in a Crowded World
Reading two similar books highlights the importance of unique voice. Read More …
Buddy Melges: He Really Was a Wizard
Another attempt to capture a sailing legend in words, and then marvel over the photos! Read More …
Writing Something New about a Classic Yacht
Another fun project where books meet boats Read More …
Baby Steps to Huge Accomplishments
Small but steady progress is the only way to achieve a long-term goal. Read More …
How To Tell a Memorable Life Story
Six lessons from gathering a lifetime of photos that definitely apply to writing a novel Read More …
Learning to Love Typos in the World of AI
Maybe all those bothersome errors will soon be considered proof that a human wrote it. Read More …
Writing Reflections: The Magic of Subtext
The best books include several layers of meaning that reflect back on each other, just like a beautiful sunrise. Read More …
Toppa Talks: One Job, One (Big) Dream
For more than forty years, Mike Toppa has helped a lot of big sailboat racing teams win important trophies. Read More …
