5 Things That Are Inspiring Me Right Now

1. YouOkay, I don't even think this show is particularly well-written. It is clearly written by a bunch of frustrated English majors who are stuck writing a trashy show. (Not that there is anything wrong with that. To be honest, it is #goals.) I started the show thinking I would hate watch it. Then I couldn't…

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A Writing Lesson from Grey’s Anatomy

A doctor struggles to stay alive after nearly drowning. An intern studies for hours on end because if he fails the test, he loses his career. A chief physician has to chose between his job and his wife. What do all of these things have in common? Well, they are all stories on Grey's Anatomy. But,…

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Writing Lessons from Project Runway

Right now I am binging on old episodes of Project Runway, and I can't help but apply some of the lessons toward my writing. Without further ado, here are my biggest takeaways. 1. Listen to feedback. Whenever Timm Gunn gives a designer advice, he is usually right. If a designer listens, she is probably safe…

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My #1 Summer Book Recommendation

There is only one book on this planet that captures that lazy, magical feeling of summer in your childhood. If you want to experience hardcore nostalgia, pick up Ray Bradbury's Dandelion Wine. Seriously, there isn't anything on earth that feels this much like summer to me. Not even the ice cream truck or LFO's "Summer Girls"…

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