Nothing to Celebrate
On July 4, 1776, a group of insurgents from the American colonies gathered to write a manifesto declaring their independence from the British king. They listed their grievances, among them…
The Cord Is Still Cut!
Turning off the TV and reading more isn't just a way of saving money; now and in the coming months, it's an act of resistance too.
Last Week’s News: Surviving Santiago as a Cautionary Tale
Thinking about the themes of Surviving Santiago in the wake of two incidents of political violence in the U.S. in the past week.
Developing Characters: The Lesson of Fruitvale Station
I use the movie Fruitvale Station as an example of how writers can go beyond stereotype to create sympathetic, multidimensional characters.