There are few American writers as prolific from the 20th century as Ernest Hemingway. His works, including The Old Man and the Sea, For Whom the Bells Toll, and A Farewell to Arms remain popular books, being read by millions of people every year. This is partially because of the era he wrote in, the… Read More »The Wisdom of Ernest Hemingway’s Work
Storywriting is more than simple entertainment, it is a way to share ideas and help people learn about the world around them. More importantly, they can allow people to learn bout the less savory things happening, issues, problems, and other hardships that we might not realize or fully understand. In this modern era, that ability… Read More »The Hardships of the World Through Writing
There are few things as rewarding but also challenging as writing a book. Whether it is a fictional story, sharing your wisdom, or simply writing about something you are passionate about, you will face many challenges in different places. While people think that the writing itself is the challenge, the truth is that it is… Read More »Wisdom in Persistence When Writing
It wasn’t just the generals and politicians who secured Philippine independence. A lot of the credit belongs to the activist and writer Jose Rizal. His books, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo became a major inspiration for future leaders, challenging the Spanish colonial system which would eventually lead to his death. Aside from his books,… Read More »The Wisdom of Jose Rizal
Many people often say that art equates to suffering and those who create the best art are those who are tortured souls. While this isn’t necessarily true, there have been some cases where the most beautiful works were created in the darkest places. There are few periods as dark in human history as the World… Read More »Art in War: In Flanders Field
When we think of Greek philosophers, we tend to have a clear image in our mind. A wise, elderly man with a neatly kept beard and a long pristine toga. These men were typically found around the acropolis spreading their wisdom, or with their students debating the nature of man and the world. While this… Read More »The Unusual Life and Though Provoking Wisdom of Diogenes the Cynic
There are few American writers as well-known and prolific as Mark Twain. His works effectively encapsulate the issues of the time such as the fight for workers’ rights, the fallout of the American Civil War, most relevant to this post, America’s growing imperialism. These are issues that have shaped the United State’s history throughout the… Read More »Poetry of Mark Twain Against the Philippine-American War
The publishing industry has gone through a seismic shift in the last few decades. From a market monopolized by a handful of players, the internet and writing platforms have opened new doors for all writers. Now all it takes is a bit of talent and a strong following for a writer to get their works… Read More »A Line to Live By From Evan Winter
The fantasy writer George RR Marine is without question one of the greatest fiction writers of this era, perhaps one of the greatest writers period. His magnum opus, A Song of Ice and Fire helped revive the fantasy genre with its clever storytelling, compelling characters, and refreshing take on the modern world. Although the story… Read More »Leadership By George RR Martin
There are people who show illustrations to show their loved ones how important they are to them. There are writers who write a dozen pages of letters because of uncontrollable adoration for their significant other. Take this letter, for example, to show you that both mediums can coincide through a thought. This was a letter… Read More »Illustration Of Love in Letters: Popeye Cartoonist
