“As a second language writer I think of bending genre conventions as leading the reader into unchartered territory, being a bridge to the unknown.”

“Yes, silence does follow the colon at the end of the poem, yet it could also imply possibility or the hope of possibility or it could imply more of the same.”

“Repetition also helped me depict the claustrophobia and exasperation of caring for an infant, especially when your body doesn’t do the work it is expected to.”

The urge to write to a trend (think: zombie novels at the beginning of this decade, the crime thrillers of late) is understandable.

Giving a reading can be incredibly daunting, especially if you’re not a fan of public speaking, which most people aren’t. But your work deserves to be heard, and you can give an amazing reading, even if you’ve never done one before.

Proper formatting will not only make your work look more professional, but it will also make it easier to read for editors and readers who are reviewing your work.

“As a second language writer I think of bending genre conventions as leading the reader into unchartered territory, being a bridge to the unknown.”

“Yes, silence does follow the colon at the end of the poem, yet it could also imply possibility or the hope of possibility or it could imply more of the same.”

“Repetition also helped me depict the claustrophobia and exasperation of caring for an infant, especially when your body doesn’t do the work it is expected to.”

“I think literary magazines are important because they’re the subtle way in which authors may develop themselves and acquire a certain degree of recognition before taking on larger projects.”

“My aim has always been to promote diverse voices, and I always want to encourage people to read outside of their comfort zone.”

“Reading Carve made me feel less alone as a writer, inspired me with others’ work, and bolstered my drive to keep going.”