If art is inherently optimistic -- and I think it is -- how do we cultivate some fierce positivity?
Read morethe essential optimism of art.
Art, at its bloody, dirty, pulsing core, is inherently optimistic.
Read moreJust Another Love Poem.
A love poem for when you realize it's not about love poems.
Read moreHow to Handle Criticism
Dealing with criticism can be a seriously tricky business, especially as a writer. After all, the words we put on paper are us. They're our thoughts, our hearts, our words, our souls. Criticism of your words can feel like criticism of your very person.
This, in fact, is one of the reasons many writers get stuck.
Read moreThe best 'political' facebook rant you'll read all day.
Campaign season. What a magical time, amirite? Especially on Facebook. I think we can all agree that political discussions on Facebook are just the best! They're fun, engaging, and really serve as a beautiful example of how educated and respectful we are as a culture.