The truth will set you free is a true statement. It says that as long as you walk with truth, then things won't be bad.
That's the same in your writing.
As a writer, you have to write from the heart, which allows you to tell the types of stories you want to tell. It also allows you to write with integrity confidence.
Being true to who you are is something that most writer's should have inside as they strive to create the best stories. Those stories will resonate with the reader in their own lives as they read the stories.
Today take the time to walk in truth so that you can be true in your writing.
Cherries And Strawberries
*Literary Spice That's Oh So Nice*
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Baldwin-Simmons: A True Power of Power
James Baldwin was an American writer who had trials and tribulations, but found his way through the world of words. Russell Simmons had the same trials and tribulations, but found his way through music and the power of the mind.
These two men are men of power. They are men of great intellect and more than anything, men of substance.
"Be Powerful Be Heard" is a law in Russell Simmon's book "Do You." Which explains transitioning into getting your mind, body and message right to be able to deliver it to others. It also takes you on a journey of preparation and thought to proceed in the right direction in order to be heard and more than anything to be powerful.
"World of Words" is written about James Baldwin. Baldwin ran into complications back in the day as racism was running rampart and so-called winning. Baldwin wasn't about to take that sitting down. He clearly wasn't having it as he believed blacks had the right to be heard and powerful. This took him on a journey of trouble, conflict, and words. Then came an unexpected meet and greet with best selling author Richard Wright. From that point forward he started writing and perfecting his craft by writing a novel, book reviews and then "Giovanni's Room." As the story goes about Baldwin who was ever so flamboyant, and openly gay, he never gave up. He used his voice to be powerful and with that many people heard him.
These two men have a great deal in common. They are master's of their craft but more importantly they embody a true message. A message of being powerful isn't about material items or where you live, it's about using your mind in the highest and greatest way to create a better view for yourself and for others.
As we think about today's society and all the rhetoric and craziness that's bestowed upon us, we also have to think about how we can use our power just like Russell Simmons and James Baldwin did in his day.
In order to have true power like these two men, you have to leap deep within to find the true being within who you are. Russell Simmons found his through music, culture, and love. James Baldwin found his through literature, writing, fighting for his life and love. What's the common denominator; "love." With love comes true passion for all things life, and that set's the stage for true power within you.
Cherries And Strawberries
*Literary Spice That's Oh So Nice*
These two men are men of power. They are men of great intellect and more than anything, men of substance.
"Be Powerful Be Heard" is a law in Russell Simmon's book "Do You." Which explains transitioning into getting your mind, body and message right to be able to deliver it to others. It also takes you on a journey of preparation and thought to proceed in the right direction in order to be heard and more than anything to be powerful.
"World of Words" is written about James Baldwin. Baldwin ran into complications back in the day as racism was running rampart and so-called winning. Baldwin wasn't about to take that sitting down. He clearly wasn't having it as he believed blacks had the right to be heard and powerful. This took him on a journey of trouble, conflict, and words. Then came an unexpected meet and greet with best selling author Richard Wright. From that point forward he started writing and perfecting his craft by writing a novel, book reviews and then "Giovanni's Room." As the story goes about Baldwin who was ever so flamboyant, and openly gay, he never gave up. He used his voice to be powerful and with that many people heard him.
These two men have a great deal in common. They are master's of their craft but more importantly they embody a true message. A message of being powerful isn't about material items or where you live, it's about using your mind in the highest and greatest way to create a better view for yourself and for others.
As we think about today's society and all the rhetoric and craziness that's bestowed upon us, we also have to think about how we can use our power just like Russell Simmons and James Baldwin did in his day.
In order to have true power like these two men, you have to leap deep within to find the true being within who you are. Russell Simmons found his through music, culture, and love. James Baldwin found his through literature, writing, fighting for his life and love. What's the common denominator; "love." With love comes true passion for all things life, and that set's the stage for true power within you.
Cherries And Strawberries
*Literary Spice That's Oh So Nice*
Friday, March 2, 2012
WRITING FOR YOUR LIFE
Here's a new one for all of you to think about; "writing for your life."
When you write for your life, you are essentially saying you are putting your blood, sweat and tears into your story. It says you are creating the best story you can possibly create from within.
I know a thing or two about writing for your life. I have authored over 12 books, host a literary talk radio show, and publish over 8 blogs.
My love is literature and, with that, when I am creating a story for my audience, and potential readers I am saying, I'm putting my all into it no matter what.
Being creative comes from within along with some instruction. As long as you exercise that creativity and use your instruction you can create a story that's out of this world.
All of it comes from within you the storyteller, which means you are writing for you life to tell the best story you can possibly tell.
Today, take heed and get creative and write and for your life.
Cherries And Strawberries
Literary Spice That's Oh So Nice
When you write for your life, you are essentially saying you are putting your blood, sweat and tears into your story. It says you are creating the best story you can possibly create from within.
I know a thing or two about writing for your life. I have authored over 12 books, host a literary talk radio show, and publish over 8 blogs.
My love is literature and, with that, when I am creating a story for my audience, and potential readers I am saying, I'm putting my all into it no matter what.
Being creative comes from within along with some instruction. As long as you exercise that creativity and use your instruction you can create a story that's out of this world.
All of it comes from within you the storyteller, which means you are writing for you life to tell the best story you can possibly tell.
Today, take heed and get creative and write and for your life.
Cherries And Strawberries
Literary Spice That's Oh So Nice
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