the writer’s notebook
notes and essays on writing by john oakley mcelhenney
McElhenney’s online writings cover a range of topics related to writing, including the process of learning to write, the challenges faced by writers, and the importance of self-expression. His pieces explore themes of loneliness, the search for meaning, and the role of writing in personal growth and recovery. He offers advice on various writing styles, from poetry to blogging. The collection encompasses both personal reflections and practical guidance for aspiring writers, drawing on materials from different sources.
Start With These:
Also from The Whole Parent or The Off Parent (single dad expressions)
- I Wanted To Be a Writer, I Wanted To Be Famous
- Who Are You Writing For?
- Divorce Recovery Journaling: The Life You Write Is the Life You Live
- What’s One More Love Poem Worth?
- Does Poetry Matter? Be poetic. Love deeply. Keep going.
- What Is A Love Poem?
From Uber.la (marketing, creativity, ai)
- Reaching Peace and Solitude with Being Alone
- Finding Your Perfect Spot
- Are You Writing? How Do You Express Yourself?
- Writing for Your Life: How You Can Regain Clarity and Confidence
- Do You Write? Here’s How You Can Move Your Writing Forward
- Sorry, Nobody Reads Your Blog: Get Over It and Get On With It!
- Writer Manifesto: 1. Write; 2. Submit; 3. Converse; 4. Be Nice
From various books
- If a Poet on a Winter’s Night (preface to i’m beginning to tell the truth, sorry)
- Poetry: It’s Easy (preface to wh@t?)
- What Have I Done? (preface to waltwhitman.ai < with no ai)
Booklist for reference and spiritual exploration.
- Original Blessing by Matthew Fox
- Siddhartha by Herman Hesse
- Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thomspon
- Shantaram
- Catcher in the Rye
- Dharma Bums by Jack Kerouac
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