Monthly Archives: August 2021

The Falling Star I saw a star slide down the sky, Blinding the north as it went by, Too burning and too hot to hold, Too lovely to be bought or sold, Good only to make wishes on And then … Continue reading →

The Masters Review is hosting a Summer Short Story Award for New Writers, a prize that recognizes the best fiction from today’s emerging writers. The winning story will be awarded $3000 and publication online. Second and third place stories will … Continue reading →

More than 100 years ago, Gail Borden, an American inventor, was crossing the Atlantic from England, two children on board his ship died because the milk they drank was contaminated. Borden began to dream of a way to make milk … Continue reading →

“True happiness comes from the joy of deeds well done, and the zest of creating things new.” Antoine de Saint-Exupery As writers and creatives it’s easy for us, wonderfully easy, for us to embrace these words and the truth behind … Continue reading →

Writing demands lots of mental and emotional energy — and that it can sometimes be stressful. Finding ways to relax and rejuvenate can give a boost to our brainpower, productivity, and creativity. Here’s a list of foods packed with nutrients … Continue reading →

Along with millions of others all over the world, I’ve been watching many of the Olympic events — totally amazing. The gymnasts! The swimmers! The divers!! The runners! It’s always so inspiring to me to see these amazing athletes demonstrating … Continue reading →