by Michael Wolkind | Jul 6, 2021 | Michael Wolkind QC, Writing
While it has been said “a writer can write anywhere,” many writers find it beneficial to have space solely devoted to writing. For those seeking to create a space most conducive to writing, it is important to choose a location free of distractions and with...
by Michael Wolkind | Jun 10, 2021 | Michael Wolkind QC, Writing
If you’re a writer looking to publish your work, the task can seem like a daunting one. There are two main ways to publish: traditional and self-publishing, both of which require intense work of different kinds. The right path for you depends on what you’re looking to...
by Michael Wolkind | May 27, 2021 | Michael Wolkind QC, Writing
Even the best, most prolific writers sometimes find themselves stymied by writer’s block. Whether it’s a specific scene that won’t resolve or a plot element that fails to come together, it can be incredibly frustrating to feel as though you can’t continue the piece...
by Michael Wolkind | Mar 9, 2021 | Michael Wolkind QC, Writing
If you’re an aspiring writer, then you’ve likely heard the same advice a million times: Read as much as you can. If you want to become an artisan of the written word, then you should fully submerge yourself in the culture of letters. This means reading newspaper...
by Michael Wolkind | Jan 28, 2021 | Michael Wolkind QC, Writing
Reading books benefits both our mental and physical health. Furthermore, these benefits can last a lifetime. Reading strengthens the brain, particularly its connectivity in the somatosensory cortex, which responds to physical sensations such as pain and movement....