To the self conscious writer
Melody explains her feelings toward the title ‘writer’ and outlines why this program was the perfect fit.
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Writers, Don’t Leave Your Heart on the Page: How to Deal with the Fear of Judgement
Bronwen explains why professional writers need to protect their hearts and emotions throughout the creative process.
The Art of Accepting Criticism
Bianca Estrela shares her thoughts on how the Communications: Professional Writing program helped her to break out of her shell when it comes to writing.
8 Ways to Improve Your Writing Environment for the Long Haul
With the help of CMPW instructors and grads, Julia O’Leary provides some ways you can design your writing space to be the best it can be.
Jezebels, Ingénues, and Matriarchs, Oh My!
Writing Realistic Representations of Women All of us can think of stereotypical female roles: the nurturing matriarch, the serial monogamist or the damaged damsel whose scars only make her more beautiful. While we may relate superficially, these personas are often… Read More »Jezebels, Ingénues, and Matriarchs, Oh My!
Writing advice from unlikely sources.
Rudrakshi questions what makes good writing good, and finds the answer in some unlikely places (hint: a cartoon chef might hold the key).
You’re Definitely Creative
Is technical writing inherently un-creative? Amelia makes the the case for inspiration, information, and diligence that applies to both Huckleberry Finn and the Adobe Photoshop homepage.
The Writer’s High
Does writing trigger a mood-boosting response? While Sophie has never experienced the runner’s high, the high she experiences while writing leaves her wondering if the two are related.
Don’t be an idiot.
Employers are looking for critical thinkers and problem solvers when hiring recent grads. But how exactly do we become those things when we are too scared to make a mistake?
The curse of the fearful writer.
Manasi Joseph takes an introspective look at writer’s block and the fear of vulnerability all artists must overcome.