Inspiration
The Band
It was the 70's. The time of music was this era. And we were ready to rock and get to the top. We were ready to conquer Pop too with R&B and Blues. We were still young. Still kicking it. We were ambitious. We were brothers. We cared for each other. We stick up for each other. We lift each other. Our dreams were the same. Our dreams were one. Our band St. James was the new sound. We were to new rockers of our time. We were hopeful. We were strong willed. And everybody knew it. I am Johnny. My other band mates are Jonathan, Caleb, and Bradley. Jonathan was the oldest and he loved to rock the guitar. He always had the itch to add funk to the song. He really was a true rocker. And the fans really love him. Caleb was the youngest. Caleb was everybody's little brother. He always would do something risky on stage and get the fans rowdy. And Bradley was the songwriter, every beat and every word that gets to him, he would make into a song. And the song would take over the airwaves. And me Johnny I was the bandleader, I was the lead singer who could bring the act together. We were upcoming stars. We were on our way to stardom. We were ready to be legends.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
A finance expert is hired by a wealthy client to investigate a mysterious cryptocurrency that is disrupting the global economy.. Content Warning.
Amidst the flickering screens and hushed tones of the bustling financial hub, I found myself at the epicenter of a mystery that would unravel the foundations of global finance. As a seasoned finance expert, I had weathered market storms and navigated economic tides, but nothing could prepare me for the enigma that awaited when a wealthy client sought my expertise in investigating a mysterious cryptocurrency disrupting the world economy.
By Nexus Narrator2 years ago in Writers
A basketball player who discovers he has a rare genetic mutation that gives him superpowers, but also attracts the attention of a sinister organization. . Content Warning.
In the heart of the championship game, the arena pulsated with the roar of the crowd. As I dribbled down the court, the seconds ticking away, I felt an electrifying surge within me. With a leap that defied gravity, I soared toward the basket, unleashing a dunk that left the spectators in awe. Little did I know, that in that moment of athletic prowess, I had set in motion a sequence of events that would change my life forever.
By Nexus Narrator2 years ago in Writers
Ink, Sweat, and Tears: A Writer’s Tale of NaNoWriMo
Embarking on the journey of creating a novel is like setting sail on an uncharted sea, armed with nothing but a pen, paper, and one’s imagination. Well over thirteen years ago, I attempted Nanowrimo for the first time with nothing more than an idea and a used Alphasmart typewriter I purchased off of eBay. Since the book was recommended on the website, I also purchased Chris Baty’s book “No Plot, No Problem.” It’s the book that started the entire Nano craze. As we begin another November and National Novel Writing Month, I think about the steps that transformed the daunting task of novel creation into a reality.
By Wendy Van Camp2 years ago in Writers
Is Writing My Future? . Top Story - November 2023.
I write because I honestly can’t draw what I see in my head. No, but really, why do I write? Why do I waste time sitting in front of blank screens and empty pieces of paper, the pristine white taunting me, pushing me away, telling me not to come back unless I actually have a good idea?
By Nicole Fenn2 years ago in Writers
Poetry? But Why?
Introduction These are just my own thoughts on poetry, they are not right, wrong, or definitive and you may completely disagree with me. These thoughts may be repetitions of things I have already shared on Vocal and are mainly about how I feel and execute my poetry.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Writers
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: How I Published A Novel Trilogy By Co-Authoring
Hi there! I'm Marie, a Filipino fantasy author based in the United Kingdom. I co-wrote the Norse myth urban fantasy trilogy The Prophecies of Ragnarok with Meri Benson, which we just completed last October, and I'm here to talk about our co-authoring process!
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in Writers
Analytical vs. Intuitive: This Can Make You Pick Your Side in the Battle of Detective Minds - Conan Edogawa vs. Hajime Kindaichi!
Murder mysteries have always intrigued audiences, with detectives employing diverse approaches to solve perplexing cases. Two iconic characters, Conan Edogawa and Hajime Kindaichi, epitomize contrasting methodologies in their pursuit of justice. While Conan, a child prodigy turned into a pint-sized detective, relies on scientific precision and logical deductions, Hajime Kindaichi, a high school student, employs emotional intelligence and empathy as his primary tools. Let's explore the distinctive investigative styles of these beloved characters.
By Adrian Wordsmith2 years ago in Writers
What Makes a Slang Word Useful?
Living outside of the Philadelphia area for most of my life, I’ve seen my fair share of slang words enter and leave the fray. Some of them are amusing, some of them are useful, and some are outright pointless and forgettable. But it never really occured to me that there might actually be ways of truly assessing a slang word’s value. There are standards that linguists and philologists use to measure what a new word or phrase provides.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Writers
Is Language an Economy or a Tapestry?
For much of my time as a writer, I’ve been torn between two camps. Since middle school, my father instilled in me an appreciation for words and each of their distinct meanings. For any given idea, there are a million ways to express it. To include every possible permutation of polysyllabic phrases, proverbs and platitudes, we begin to enter into delightful verbal infinities.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Writers
