Creative writing programs provide aspiring writers with unique opportunities to hone their craft and develop their creative voices. These programs often consist of a blend of literature courses and writing workshops, each playing a pivotal role in shaping the writer’s journey. Literature courses guide writers through various traditions, genres, and points of view. These courses … Read more
It is unclear who first asserted that it is unlikely or even impossible to earn a living as a writer. However, many people refute that claim. There is still a strong need for talented and creative writers. Those individuals will still be compensated for their work. If you have a passion for creative writing, you … Read more
A creative writing degree can equip you with various skills and open doors to countless opportunities. Whether you dream of becoming a novelist, a screenwriter, a journalist, or a marketing professional, a creative writing degree can enable you to thrive in different industries. This article will explore a creative writing degree’s practical and intellectual merits, … Read more
I’ve had a fake Christmas tree for years. It’s pink. It sparkles. My neighbor said it reminds him of Dolly Parton (the ultimate compliment). My style has changed a bit since she last stood tall in my home, so last year I decided to keep Jolly Parton in the garage in favor of a living … Read more
Writing is one of those skills that just about anyone can do, but it takes a lot of practice, experience, and determination to do well. A creative writing degree is a way in which someone can transform themselves from a casual novice to a master storyteller. Many might consider creative writing as a niche degree … Read more
Dr. Walter Park graduated from the University of Toronto, Trinity College with a B.A. in Economics & Statistics in 1983, before going on to earn his M.Phil. in Economics at Oxford University, completing a master’s thesis on Time-Consistency of Government Debt Polices. Dr. Park earned his Ph.D. in Economics at Yale University in 1991, defending … Read more
At seven years old, my goal in life was to be able to read a chapter book. They just looked cool – thick with characters and unique worlds that, until then, had been read to me. I knew people reading chapter books must hold secrets to the world that they certainly weren’t sharing with me. … Read more
A job is a job, no matter how small. There comes a time when you’re working to lift your writing career off the ground where you realize that it’s going to take a number of odd jobs here and there before you get your big break. Take Diana Gabaldon, for example. Today she is the … Read more
I went through a phase a couple years ago just before beginning my master’s program in creative writing where I purchased books without knowing a single thing about them. Something about devoting my vulnerable reader’s heart to pages of the unknown felt risky and fun (Wild. I know.). The result is a list of books … Read more
