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Prayers That Go Deeper Than Politics
Prayers for safety, prayers for peace, Prayers that violence would finally cease.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcastabout a month ago in Writers
Red Envelopes for Strangers
Red Envelopes for Strangers The night train to Xi’an was always too warm in winter. Liu Shan sat by the window, her coat folded on her lap, watching frost blur the glass. Outside, villages flickered past like brief memories. Inside, the carriage smelled of instant noodles, oranges, and tired people going home.
By Zidaneabout a month ago in Writers
When Safety Becomes a Daily Habit: A Quiet Story of Family Protection
The Morning That Changed Nothing—and Everything Every morning in the Khan household begins the same way. A kettle whistles. School bags are checked twice. Someone reminds someone else to eat breakfast. From the outside, it looks ordinary—almost forgettable.
By CEO A&S Developersabout a month ago in Writers
They Lied
I have been going back and forward on where to start this and how to start it, it seems to be my biggest challenge when telling a story. Stories have to have a beginning, middle and end but my stories never do. It’s more like they latch on to part of me and Im actually never sure when it began or even if it ends. They follow me.
By Ella Loftusabout a month ago in Writers
Top 10 Ideal Homes in Portugal: Reviews and Insights
Portugal has quietly become one of Europe’s most desirable places to buy a home. Sun-filled coastlines, stable property laws, and a welcoming lifestyle draw retirees, remote workers, and investors alike. Yet choosing the right property is rarely simple. Buyers want honest feedback, real-world experiences, and clarity beyond glossy brochures. That is where Ideal Home Portugal Reviews enter the conversation, offering grounded insights into what actually works for homeowners.
By Vadim Shtivelmanabout a month ago in Writers
I Had 2 Hours a Week to Write. Here's How I Still Showed Up Daily.
Two hours a week. That's all I had when I was working full-time and trying to build a writing practice on the side. Maybe 15–20 minutes a day if I were lucky. Some days, all I had was literally five minutes before I had to leave for work.
By Ellen Francesabout a month ago in Writers
When an Accident Changes Everything
Finding clarity and balance after an unexpected injury Accidents rarely give advance notice. One ordinary moment, life feels predictable and familiar. The next, everything changes because of an injury you did not see coming. Whether it happens on the road, at work, or in a public place, the sudden shift can feel overwhelming.
By Eka Intanabout a month ago in Writers
Top Skills to Learn for Future Jobs in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. AI-Generated.
In the last few years, I’ve watched the world of work evolve faster than ever before. Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just a buzzword anymore—it’s a force reshaping industries, job roles, and the very skills that employers value. I remember reading about AI-powered systems taking over repetitive tasks in offices, factories, and even creative fields, and it made me wonder: what skills should I focus on to stay relevant in this AI-driven future? After diving deep into research and talking to experts, I’ve realized that the key isn’t to compete with AI, but to learn to work alongside it.
By Steve Davis2 months ago in Writers
My Aversion To Poetry
Introduction This is just the devil in me that I have written about so often when it has got me down and upset, but writing this piece I feel in a good mood and on top of things, because where I used to think I was being forced into something, now I feel it is entirely my own choice and in my own hands.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 months ago in Writers
How Much Does It Actually Cost to Self-Publish a Book? Here’s My Real Breakdown.
The moment someone discovers I self-published a book, they ask me the same question: "How much does it cost to self-publish a book?"
By Ellen Frances2 months ago in Writers
I Couldn't Write for 3 Weeks. Here's The One Thing That Got Me Unstuck.
Three weeks. Twenty-one days of staring at a blank screen. Of opening my laptop with good intentions and closing it an hour later with nothing written. Of telling myself "tomorrow will be different" and having tomorrow be exactly the same.
By Ellen Frances2 months ago in Writers
Writing About Writing: The Rainbow Trap. Top Story - February 2026.
The good thing about living in modern times is that LGBTQ representation in media is increasing. Not just in niche and Independant media, either, but also in mainstream media. Books, movies, TV shows, comics... they're finally catching on that LGBTQ+ people form a significant part of their audience, and deserve to see themselves on screen and in fiction, not just as victims in documentaries and true crime shows.
By Natasja Rose2 months ago in Writers