In A Word (or Two)

Bits and Tips about writing in general, especially writing for the internet.

Friday, June 09, 2006

Pencils Work

A while back I mentioned to a colleague that I do a lot of my writing in the early morning. Soon after, I began finding IM messages on my computer that coincided with the time I was writing. It didn't bother me. Because, in those early morning sessions, I don't write on my computer. Funny. I guess he assumed I did.

Well, between that elephant-sized hint and the title of this diatribe, I'm sure most have guessed that, yes, I often write by hand, if only the first draft. Now, I haven't told this colleague that little detail. I wasn't deliberately trying to mislead him. I just hadn't thought about it. It's been that long.

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Tuesday, June 06, 2006

Words

One reason I called this blog "In a Word" is because that's how fast someone can judge an author and his website when even just ONE wrong word is used. Sad, but true. (Full Article)