Tagged: writing
Finding stories
We’ve all been there: a situation where someone is telling a story that somehow misses...
Writing that stands on its own
It’s important to do our best to ensure what we write is not misunderstood by our readers
Stories communicate our message
People love a good story; we can use that to show them the needs in Japan
How can you write with integrity?
Credibility is such a foundational element in writing that we often neglect to think about it
Concrete language
Using concepts that can be examined with our senses makes our writing easier to understand
The life cycle of a Japan Harvest article
Publishing a magazine is a complicated process—our managing editor explains how we do it
Engage readers with online writing
Readers behave differently when looking at writing on screens. How can we write well for e-publishing?
Keep it simple
My teenagers are currently into online memes. The genius of memes is their succinctness—they convey...
Writer’s retreat 2020
If you were given an intriguing photo or topic and ten minutes to write about it, would you get excited?
Narrative arcs in nonfiction
What is a narrative arc? Every story—even a brief nonfiction one that you write for...
Beware the curse of knowledge
I recently read some tips for writers by Steven Pinker, Harvard linguist and author of...