People often ask me where I get writing ideas. Truth is a lot of the writing I do is prescribed—meaning I don’t have to generate ideas. These are things like technical proposals and reports, where I write according to certain guidelines. Other times I’m assigned a story or editorial to write on a given topic, … Read more
True confessions – I used to read tabloids when I was in university! Mind you it was only to chill after a round of intense study and essay writing. I reasoned it was okay to waste a few hours on shallow stuff after weeks of self-denial, self-discipline and focus on deep academic stuff. It became … Read more
My veterinarian and I call ourselves language purists – and we love to discuss English usage whenever I bring my cats in to see him. While he’s examining my furry felines’ eyes, vaccinating against rabies or checking for fleas, we engage in animated debates on the correct and incorrect forms and uses of English words, … Read more