Toothache

There was never yet philosopher that could endure the toothache patiently. - William Shakespeare in Much Ado About Nothing Related articles How Much Should a Writer Read? Summer Writing The Urge to Write Ilona's Curious Dream Is Isolation Good For an Artist?

A 50-Word Story a Day Keeps the Boredom Away #32 (Republished)

The philosopher was on his deathbed. His illness had consumed his lungs, taking away his breath. His disciples, crowded around him, struggled to decipher his last words. ‘He wants us to... to bring him someone! But who?’ They tried to read his lips. ‘The priest! The priest! Bring the priest!’ Related articles A 50-Word Story … Continue reading A 50-Word Story a Day Keeps the Boredom Away #32 (Republished)

How Much Should a Writer Read?

As much as possible, because the more you read the smarter you get. That's the usual answer. But I think that today, when there are so many paperbacks and e-books around, it’s easy to read too much too fast. How much and how fast you read depends on what books you read. A play by … Continue reading How Much Should a Writer Read?