We all have “things that matter” in our lives, possessions that mean more to us than they could to anyone else, objects that tell our life stories. When we honor those objects and live with them in a functional way, it brings a sense of calm and order to our homes. The most inspiring design…Continue reading 5 Fresh, Inspiring Books on Design – The Best Design Books to Read Right Now
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7 Mistakes to Avoid When Submitting Your Novel
The difference between getting a serious read and having your manuscript go straight to the delete file can come down to something as seemingly simple as improper formatting. Here are five mistakes that will ensure your manuscript doesn’t get read by an agent or editor: 1. Single spacing and non-standard spacing between paragraphs Manuscripts should…Continue reading 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Submitting Your Novel
In Conversation with Julian Barnes, May 23rd
Join me in conversation with Julian Barnes, British novelist and winner of the Man Booker Prize, at the Menlo Atherton Center for Performing Arts on May 23rd. About the Evening, a Kepler’s Premier Event Julian Barnes in conversation with Michelle Richmond Monday, May 23, 2016, 7:30 p.m. The Noise of Time Menlo-Atherton High School Center…Continue reading In Conversation with Julian Barnes, May 23rd
Famous Writers Who Failed First (Why Curiosity Matters More Than Grades)
If you were the kind of kid who made less than stellar grades in some subjects because you became obsessed with exploring something off the syllabus, you may have been destined to be a writer. There is a noble tradition, in fact, of writers and academic failure. The list of celebrated novelists is filled with people…Continue reading Famous Writers Who Failed First (Why Curiosity Matters More Than Grades)
Key to Creativity: Process, not Product
I’ve been hearing a lot about Wired to Create, the new book by psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman and science writer Carolyn Gregoire. Those who “derive enjoyment from the act of creating and feel in control of their creative process tend to show greater creativity than those who are focused exclusively on the outcome of their…Continue reading Key to Creativity: Process, not Product