• Let’s Talk About… AI

    Let’s Talk About… AI

    The video discusses the impact of AI on writing and education, emphasizing that AI serves as a helpful tool rather than a replacement for educators. While acknowledging fears surrounding AI and writing, the creator advocates for teaching students how to use AI responsibly, highlighting the importance of critical thinking and creativity in education.

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  • Banning Books Hurts Us All

    Banning Books Hurts Us All

    At the end of September, most libraries and English teachers will be celebrating Banned Book Week, a time of the year to raise awareness of the harmful nature of banning books. As an English teacher in Texas, which banned over 4,000 books last year, this is a cause I feel really strongly about. Everything’s bigger

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  • Why English Class Matters More Than You Think

    We live in a culture that believes if you struggle with reading then you’re somehow an idiot. And yet, we also live in a culture that doesn’t truly support readers, especially struggling ones. There seems to be this belief among many, even experienced educators, that reading develops naturally over time. It doesn’t. Currently, I am

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  • The Artist’s Frenemy: Perfectionism

    Perfectionism is usually the main barrier keeping people from their dreams. I have seen perfectionism in myself and others through the writing process. It used to hold me back on self-publishing and making YouTube videos, among many other things. Since I self-published my first novel and began posting on my YouTube channel, it should be

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  • Accept Where You Are, Even If It’s Way the Heck Back There

    Personal beliefs about our capabilities are shaped by our communities. Joining a writing group made me realize I still have much to learn. Knowing where I stand is empowering. Keep moving forward.

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  • Carving a Path in a Saturated Field

    Many aspire to succeed in writing amidst a saturated industry. Despite the competition, individuality shines through diverse perspectives and passions. Stay true, persevere, and your unique voice will resonate with others.

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  • Developing a YouTube Channel

    Back in March, I started posting videos on my YouTube channel. At first, I didn’t know what I was doing with it. Was it just going to be a place to market my book? Keep track of my writing journey? But as I thought more about it and put more work into it, I finally

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  • Discovering Yourself Through D&D

    For over a decade, I have been a player and overall fan of the tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) Dungeons & Dragons. I have DMed four campaigns, played nearly ever class and race, and run the D&D club at my school. While the game is fun in its own right, it has also served me a

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  • Wait, That Was My Idea!

    When a familiar idea appears in a story, it’s easy to feel dismayed, fearing accusations of idea theft. However, originality persists despite recurrent themes. Consider iconic works like Eragon, Avatar, and Taken, each echoing familiar narratives. While common themes and premises endure, your unique perspective ensures your story’s distinctiveness, transcending similarities.

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  • Becoming a Writing Coach

    Lately, I have been going back and forth about what my ultimate career goals are, and I have finally decided! I am going to become a writing coach. In hindsight, this is a long time coming. I’ve always enjoyed not only writing but helping other writers with their work. In college, I enjoyed the creative

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