NaPoWriMo Day 2: From Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Drawn from Friedrich Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra, this blackout poem explores the philosophy of self-overcoming. Nietzsche famously wrote, “One must have chaos within to give birth to a dancing star.” This piece embraces that tension—how darkness, struggle, and the unknown shape transformation. The erasure leaves behind fragments of existential battle and ascent, mirroring the journey of one who dares to evolve beyond their former self.

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March of the Writers Day 29: 🥃 Writer Fuel Pt. 3: Reward Time! 📖

Writing takes dedication, but so does rewarding yourself! Whether it’s a glass of whiskey, a great indie author show, or finding the perfect new journal, celebrating the hard work we put into our words is essential. What’s your go-to reward after a long writing session?

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Author Picks: The Stories, Sounds, and Scenes That Inspire Me

Music, movies, art, books, and video games—all of them weave into my writing in ways I never expected. Whether it’s the raw emotion of The Outsiders, the high-stakes action of a James Patterson novel, or the sweeping magic of Baldur’s Gate, my inspirations shape the stories I tell. And let’s not forget music—the soundtrack to my writing sessions. From 90s rock legends to country storytelling masters, the right song can make all the difference.

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March of the Writers – Day 23: Bookmark Palooza

 Wait a minute… there’s a whole bookmark culture out there, and nobody told me?! Apparently, while I was lost in my world of words, everyone else was out here collecting tiny, artistic page-holders like trophies. And here I am with just one—a digital bookmark from …

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