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Why You (and Your Employer) Should Embrace Permanent Remote Work

In the 21st century, the pros for shifting to a permanent remote workforce far outweigh the cons. Here’s why.

Posted byEd A. MurrayOctober 26, 2020July 24, 2021Posted inEntrepreneurship, On Life3 Comments on Why You (and Your Employer) Should Embrace Permanent Remote Work

How Busy People Can Find More Time to Read

Every year, we vow to find more reading time. Every year, it doesn’t happen. Here are some tips to finally get back to the pleasure of leisurely reading.

Posted byEd A. MurrayOctober 19, 2020October 19, 2020Posted inOn Reading10 Comments on How Busy People Can Find More Time to Read

How to Prepare for National Novel Writing Month

National Novel Writing Month will soon be upon us. Ready to finally write that book? Now’s the time to prepare.

Posted byEd A. MurrayOctober 12, 2020October 7, 2020Posted inOn Writing19 Comments on How to Prepare for National Novel Writing Month

Why I Started Subscribing to Physical Magazines Again (And You Should Too)

Remember physical magazines? They’re making a comeback in my household. And they should in yours, too.

Posted byEd A. MurrayOctober 5, 2020September 18, 2020Posted inEntrepreneurship, On Life, On Reading, On Writing5 Comments on Why I Started Subscribing to Physical Magazines Again (And You Should Too)

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Publishing Your Book

Making the choice to publish a book is an exciting and frightening time. Be sure you are prepared by asking yourself these questions first.

Posted byEd A. MurraySeptember 28, 2020September 16, 2020Posted inEntrepreneurship, Lists, On Writing6 Comments on 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Publishing Your Book

How Meeting Colson Whitehead Changed My Writing Mindset

During my senior year at Michigan, author Colson Whitehead made a surprise visit to my English class. It was the turning point for my writing career.

Posted byEd A. MurraySeptember 21, 2020September 16, 2020Posted inOn Writing4 Comments on How Meeting Colson Whitehead Changed My Writing Mindset

6 Early Blogging Mistakes I Made as a Beginner (And How to Avoid Them)

This is what a decade of trial and error has taught me about blogging. I wish someone had told me these things years ago.

Posted byEd A. MurraySeptember 14, 2020August 13, 2020Posted inEntrepreneurship, Lists, Marketing, On Writing9 Comments on 6 Early Blogging Mistakes I Made as a Beginner (And How to Avoid Them)

Why Do We Celebrate Labor Day in the United States?

It’s a lot more than just a day off work. Labor Day represents the grit, ambition and hard work that built the United States.

Posted byEd A. MurraySeptember 7, 2020July 29, 2020Posted inOn Life7 Comments on Why Do We Celebrate Labor Day in the United States?

5 Indie Bookstores Worth Visiting

There’s something special about indie bookstores: the passion from their booksellers, the creativity in their setups and their comforting environments.

Posted byEd A. MurrayAugust 31, 2020August 31, 2020Posted inLists, On Reading14 Comments on 5 Indie Bookstores Worth Visiting

How the 5-Paragraph Essay is Still Thriving (And We Didn’t Realize It)

The five-paragraph essay isn’t just useful in high school classrooms anymore. It has taken over the online writing community.

Posted byEd A. MurrayAugust 24, 2020August 13, 2020Posted inOn Writing1 Comment on How the 5-Paragraph Essay is Still Thriving (And We Didn’t Realize It)

7 Best Short Books to Read in a Day

It can be difficult to squeeze a good book into our busy lives. If you find yourself with a free Saturday, here are the best short books to read in a day.

Posted byEd A. MurrayAugust 17, 2020January 29, 2022Posted inOn Reading5 Comments on 7 Best Short Books to Read in a Day

When the Bills Arrive: Having a Baby During a Pandemic

The last thing you need when having a baby during a pandemic are unexpected bills. But those bills are exactly what hospitals need.

Posted byEd A. MurrayAugust 10, 2020August 12, 2020Posted inOn Life6 Comments on When the Bills Arrive: Having a Baby During a Pandemic

Why Yellow Journalism Today is Rampant in the 21st Century

What began more than 100 years ago in a battle between major New York newspapermen, yellow journalism now seems tailored to the digital age.

Posted byEd A. MurrayAugust 3, 2020August 12, 2020Posted inOn Reading18 Comments on Why Yellow Journalism Today is Rampant in the 21st Century

Should authors read book reviews left by readers?

Book reviews, whether good or bad, can leave a lasting impact on writers. Let’s discuss if authors should be reading these book reviews at all.

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 27, 2020August 12, 2020Posted inOn Reading, On Writing12 Comments on Should authors read book reviews left by readers?

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Writing About Real Historical Figures

Is it okay to write about real historical figures in a fiction book? Here are 4 questions you should ask yourself if you want to go down that road.

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 20, 2020August 20, 2020Posted inLists, On Writing5 Comments on 4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Writing About Real Historical Figures

5 Steps to Help You Finish Writing Your Book Manuscript

Sometimes the most difficult part of writing a book is simply finishing your manuscript. Here are some practical steps for getting it done.

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 15, 2020August 12, 2020Posted inLists, On Writing26 Comments on 5 Steps to Help You Finish Writing Your Book Manuscript

Ranking the 10 Best American Authors from the 20th Century

American history is packed with legendary writers, particularly in the 1900’s. But who were the best American authors from the 20th century?

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 13, 2020December 28, 2020Posted inLists, On Reading4 Comments on Ranking the 10 Best American Authors from the 20th Century

How long should it take to write a novel?

Writing a novel is a very personal process. For some, it is never-ending. But how long should it take?

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 9, 2020August 12, 2020Posted inOn Writing23 Comments on How long should it take to write a novel?

Let’s Get Radical by Having a Civil Conversation

I am going to attempt the impossible: Deliver a constructive opinion that everyone can support. (Maybe I’m the crazy one…)

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 6, 2020August 8, 2020Posted inOn Life6 Comments on Let’s Get Radical by Having a Civil Conversation

5 Recent Movies About Authors That All Writers Should Watch

As a writer, you should focus on reading books. But sometimes you just need to watch a good movie. Here are the five best recent films for writers.

Posted byEd A. MurrayJuly 2, 2020August 9, 2020Posted inLists, On Writing21 Comments on 5 Recent Movies About Authors That All Writers Should Watch

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