Ed A. Murray
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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?
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What Makes a Book a Great American Novel?
The elusive Great American Novel. You’ve heard the term. What does it mean to you? And, in current American culture, is the term becoming outdated?
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What Are the Pros (and Cons) of Using a Pen Name?
Some of the best authors, such as J.K. Rowling, Stephen King and Mark Twain, have used pseudonyms. But why? This calls for a pros and cons list.
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5 Books About Writing Advice For Becoming a Better Writer
Reading about writing can actually make you a better writer. Start with these 5 books about writing to help hone the craft of writing.
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Never Pass a Pub With Your Name On It: An Irish-American Story
According to Pete McCarthy, the late comedian and travel writer, you never pass a pub with your name on it. My wife and I traveled to Ireland to prove it.
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Book Review: Mitch Albom’s Book ‘Finding Chika’ Tells Heartfelt Story
Sometimes, the people we least expect to enter our lives have the greatest impact. It’s a lesson we learned in Tuesdays With Morrie, and it’s extremely evident in Mitch Albom’s newest book Finding Chika.
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Ranking the 5 Best John Steinbeck Books
Both brilliant and controversial, it’s hard to argue John Steinbeck’s place near the top of classic American literature. But of his most famous books, which is his crowning achievement?
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Ernest Hemingway’s Enduring Connection to Northern Michigan
Ernest Hemingway is one of the greatest American authors. But the tale of his childhood in northern Michigan goes largely untold.
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Ranking the Top 11 Best Mitch Albom Books
One of the greatest writers of his generation, Mitch Albom has mastered the “magical realism” sub-genre. Let’s count down the best Mitch Albom books.
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Ranking the 5 Best Ernest Hemingway Books
Ernest Hemingway was one of the greatest authors in the history of American literature. Let’s countdown some of the best Hemingway books.
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Ranking the 10 Best Authors from Michigan
As a native of the great state of Michigan, and as an avid reader and writer, here’s a look at my countdown of the best authors from my home state.
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How Much Do Celebrities Make From Writing Memoirs?
They say everyone has a book in them, but apparently not all of those stories are created equal. And the (financial) disparity can be alarming.
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Honoring the Fallen Means Feeling the Pain Again
There are very few days from elementary school that I remember with such clarity. That day was different. That day was September 11th, 2001.
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Why J.D. Salinger Would Be Disappointed With His Biopic
There’s a new biopic about J.D. Salinger’s life, and he wouldn’t be pleased about it.
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Ernest Hemingway vs. William Faulkner: The Literary Celebrity Feud
The clash of the literary giants. Ernest Hemingway vs. William Faulkner. The real question is, who won this epic showdown?
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