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History’s Great Writers — Virgil: A Poetic Magnum Opus
History’s Great Writers — Virgil: A Poetic Magnum Opus
From Troy to Rome: The Timeless Epic of Aeneas and Virgil
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 12
Self-Guided Meditation for Better Sleep
Self-Guided Meditation for Better Sleep
A Script for Overcoming Insomnia and Achieving Restful Slumber
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 11
Character Transformation: Let Conflict Provide the Stakes
Character Transformation: Let Conflict Provide the Stakes
It’s more than just assigning a name and a personality.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 11
50 Tips for Unforgettable Character Interactions
50 Tips for Unforgettable Character Interactions
Let personalities drive their actions and dialogue.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 10
Neural Plasticity: How Your Brain Learns, Adapts, and Thrives
Neural Plasticity: How Your Brain Learns, Adapts, and Thrives
The brain’s ability to change and reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 9
History’s Great Writers — Aristotle: The Father of Western Thought
History’s Great Writers — Aristotle: The Father of Western Thought
Shaping philosophy, science, and culture.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 8
Earth’s Greatest Happenings: The Day the Dinos Died
Earth’s Greatest Happenings: The Day the Dinos Died
The Cretaceous-Paleogene Extinction Event brought about the fall of the dinosaurs.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 8
Literary Tourism: Travel Through Book-Inspired Locales
Literary Tourism: Travel Through Book-Inspired Locales
Walk the streets of Paris like Ernest Hemingway. Or stroll the lush landscapes of Middle Earth.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 7
Scenes: The Building Blocks of Storytelling
Scenes: The Building Blocks of Storytelling
A delicate balance of elements, from opening hook to satisfying resolution.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 6
Stay Motivated and Beat Burnout
Stay Motivated and Beat Burnout
Stay motivated and productive without falling into the abyss of burnout.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 5
A Guide for Creative Fiction Writers: Polish Your Story
A Guide for Creative Fiction Writers: Polish Your Story
Revising that first draft.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 4
Correctly Use Active and Passive Voice to Improve Your Writing Style
Correctly Use Active and Passive Voice to Improve Your Writing Style
Use the active voice to make your writing lively.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 4
History’s Great Writers — Plato: A Philosophical Titan
History’s Great Writers — Plato: A Philosophical Titan
Theories about reality, knowledge, and virtue.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 3
Metaphors: The Secret Ingredients in the Recipe of Writing
Metaphors: The Secret Ingredients in the Recipe of Writing
They spice up your words, giving them depth and color.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 1
Earth’s Greatest Happenings: Dinosaur Dominance
Earth’s Greatest Happenings: Dinosaur Dominance
The Era of Dinosaurs (230–65 million years ago).
C. L. Nichols, Author
Aug 1
Socrates: Father of Virtue Ethics and Dialectical Epistemology
Socrates: Father of Virtue Ethics and Dialectical Epistemology
Questioning, critical thinking, and rigorous debate.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 31
Flavor Pairings: The Science Behind Perfect Culinary Combos
Flavor Pairings: The Science Behind Perfect Culinary Combos
Create dishes that are not only delicious but also scientifically sound.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 29
SURPRISE! Subverting Expectations for Creative Writers
SURPRISE! Subverting Expectations for Creative Writers
Keep readers on the edge of their seats.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 29
Mental Health Diagnosis: DSM-5 and Its Rivals
Mental Health Diagnosis: DSM-5 and Its Rivals
The systems used in diagnosing mental health disorders.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 28
Spilling the Beans on Idioms and Colloquialisms
Spilling the Beans on Idioms and Colloquialisms
The Secret Sauce of Everyday Language
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 28
Earth’s Greatest Happenings: The Permian-Triassic Extinction Event
Earth’s Greatest Happenings: The Permian-Triassic Extinction Event
The most significant extinction event in Earth’s history.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 26
25 Overlooked Writing Exercises to Improve Your Craft
25 Overlooked Writing Exercises to Improve Your Craft
Customize writing exercises to suit your personal needs.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 26
Verb Tenses: More than you could ever want to know!
Verb Tenses: More than you could ever want to know!
The heart and soul of our language.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 25
The Rise of Alternative Proteins: A Food Industry Revolution
The Rise of Alternative Proteins: A Food Industry Revolution
Facing challenges of environmental sustainability and animal welfare.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 25
Pronouns: The ABCs of Antecedents, Agreement, and Case
Pronouns: The ABCs of Antecedents, Agreement, and Case
The unsung heroes of the English language.
C. L. Nichols, Author
Jul 21
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