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Microsoft Word & Predictive Editing
The frustrations of a dyslexic writer learning that our tools fail us
Aug 14 • 
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The Dreaded Red Pen
A gentle brag with only 1 whine
Aug 1 • 
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July 2025

A World of Secrets
Musings on my short story "The Joker" which takes place in an undisclosed location in Alaska. What happens at a secret Alaska government site? I can't…
Jul 2 • 
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June 2025

Stolen Mountain
Nothing is as wicked (or mean) as a massive small town malfeasance
Jun 25 • 
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The Little Ambulance War of Winchester County
A fascinating and darkly funny novel giving readers front-row access to the world of EMS and other first responders. Readers share their stickiness…
Jun 25 • 
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"Captain Henry" & Iran
Doubts and Worries of an author
Jun 24 • 
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May 2025

Idea Soup
How to know what to write next?
May 17 • 
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April 2025

Shooting Hoops in the Highest Court in the Land
Looking Back
Apr 30 • 
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AI & My Grandfather
A story of legacy, I guess
Apr 26 • 
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Different is Good
17APR2024
Apr 20 • 
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Book Marketing in 2025, Part 2
Dear Greene
Apr 17 • 
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No Offramps
Yes, I write my own hints for my writing. Adding "No Offramps" a phrase used by Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Apr 9 • 
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