Achievements
Centurion
At some point, I stopped counting the stories that I have written. I paid attention to my readership, of course, those lovely numbers incrementing upwards are addicting. But I paid more attention to my readers, to engaging with some of the truly amazing people on this site, to learning what I can from the other stories represented here.
By Alexander McEvoy2 years ago in Writers
A Bloody Business: The Novel Vocal Inspired
I pride myself on being something of a realist when it comes to this platform. There are plenty of things to like about Vocal, but there are also flaws. Folks in the past have written about this site like it’s a utopia; I’ve always maintained that it’s more of a tool. Perhaps part of that healthy skepticism is because I have mixed thoughts on socialized writing like what we see on Vocal and other sites.
By Stephen A. Roddewig2 years ago in Writers
It's A Challenge
Introduction My first challenge today is to get this article published before I have to run off to York. Yesterday was slightly traumatic having to deal with disappearing parcels and potential thefts, but they are now all in hand and dealt with but on to the subject of this thing.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Writers
Back to the Crowd
So, I did it… It has been a strange few days. The weather returned, once again, to the trickery that is winter in Montreal, Canada. You can never tell when Mother Nature will play games with the city, and a snowstorm hit us with a dusting of whiteness and cold that I did not expect to be so heavy. On the radio, as I got in a bit of stretching and breakfast, the radio covered the funeral of one of our more controversial prime ministers, Brian Mulroney (it is still amazing to me how quickly people forget the full story of certain political leaders). Not really the best moment to be stuck inside with grey skies and no work to do (all papers already marked; just grades to post). I went back online to amuse myself and think about another Saturday night with nothing to do.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Writers
The Love Of Words
Introduction One of the reasons that we love creating stories is our love of the simplicity and complexity of words. The music I have chosen is "Stay" by Shakespear's Sister (I know it is spelled differently to the Bard of Stratford's surname)which contains beauty and darkness in a wonderful four minutes of music, a great listen and watch, and I love the sentiment "Stay With Me".
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Writers
Brother Love 2. Content Warning.
Rizwan and Awais were two brothers who shared a bond that went beyond blood ties. Growing up in a close-knit Muslim family, they were raised with values of compassion, kindness, and faith. Rizwan, the elder brother, was known for his wisdom and gentle nature, while Awais, the younger one, was a spirited soul with a heart full of dreams.
By AWAIS Ahmad SIDDIQI2 years ago in Writers
4 Things Bestselling Authors Don't Want You To Know
A bestselling author with millions of book sales, thousands of devoted fans, and a large online following can seem like a god among the rest of us writers who may be struggling to get our foot through the doorway let alone climb to the highest room in the tower.
By Elise L. Blake2 years ago in Writers
A Testament to the Human Spirit
Introduction: A Man of Great Tribulation In the realm of spiritual discourse, there is scarcely a figure more emblematic of steadfast faith amidst adversity than Job. His narrative is not merely an account of suffering but a profound exploration of fidelity, the human condition, and the enigmatic nature of the divine. This article endeavours to dissect the significance of Job's unwavering faith and his consequential encounter with God, offering insights into the timeless lessons it imparts.
By Minding Fred2 years ago in Writers
