There’s a moment in every writer’s life when they face the impossible: the decision to end the life of a character who cannot defend themselves. The child. The frail. The broken. The innocent. They exist in our stories to evoke protection, empathy, and hope—and when we end their lives, something inside the reader dies too.
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A book summary—or synopsis—is more than a simple retelling of your story. It’s the ultimate handshake between you and a potential reader, agent, or publisher. Done right, it ignites curiosity and promises a journey worth taking. Done wrong, it gives too much away—or worse, puts your audience to sleep. A great summary distils the heart
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C-sections have soared—from about 5% of U.S. births in 1970 to over 30% today. Across the developed world, surgery is replacing natural birth. What’s behind this change, and what could it mean for future generations? Across the rich world, more babies arrive by caesarean than ever before. In the United States, nearly 1 in 3
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This post is for those who admire home gardens. The video here is a glimpse of the garden that Margo has created around our home. It’s been eleven years since our sand pit property was tilled for the first time. There were no fences, no flowers, no lawn back then. It was just a couple
Transgressive fiction explores unconventional themes through characters who defy societal norms, engaging with topics like self-harm and moral conflict. It offers a raw, unfiltered perspective, devoid of clichés and tidy endings. The author’s journey into this genre led to the publication of SEETHINGS, inviting readers to explore its unsettling depths.
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Every living room in Australia must’ve watched those two young staffers—Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann—play out their tragedy in public. We weren’t just spectators; we were jurors, psychologists, and gossip columnists rolled into one. I rarely comment on political matters. There’s enough political content out there to satisfy interested parties several times over. But occasionally,
Tequila. Vodka Red Bull. A Naked Staffer Found on a Minister’s Couch. Read More »
“She’s just not as freaky as she used to be,” he said in a letter that was filled with disappointment and disdain. Here I was reading yet another letter from a man who was frustrated with how his sex life was going, and he had good reason to feel discontented. The beginning of his relationship
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Ever wondered if there’s a connection between nookie and the seasons of the year? Me too! Now that we’re past that, let’s delve into this long-held belief that Spring suddenly springs us into bedroom action! To help with my research, I’ve chosen birth rates as a starting point. I figure if there’s a usable link
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