For entire weekend of reading in the art of how to write superb creative nonfiction (aka “storytelling” as we know it), check out this collection on Metafilter. Twenty of our finest writers spill their secrets. And, yes, they’re all women.
I love posting your events! Here are some pointers for making the most effective calendar listings possible, while making it easier for me to post them. Before you ask me to post an event, check to see if it’s already on the calendar. It might be. If it’s not, then…
I’ve been plugging away at improving the Modern Stories NYC Storytelling Calendar. Take five minutes to read this post. It will be worth your time, I promise. Here’s what’s new and improved It’s easier than ever to submit events, especially from on Facebook. If you’re not listing your events on Facebook and promoting…
Highlights: The Tank’s Storytelling 2.0 unites technology and storytelling in October! The PIT’s SOLOCOM is looking for shows! David Lawson tells us about his terrible roommates! WNYC’s Brenda Tobias finds wisdom and comfort in old game shows! And more… Go to the online edition
Highlights: I’m not dead yet. Here are FOUR new podcast episodes! PLUS: Steven Berkowitz turns down the wrong piece of chicken, Maria Bamford goes on the wrong radio show, and Alex Landau meets up with the wrong police officers in Denver. But there is some good advice from Martin Scorsese. And more… Go…
Highlights: A dictionary for the feels! How memorizing a TED talk does to your brain! What we can learn from looking at the first and final frames of movies! Plus: Ann Patchett roars away in a getaway car! Leslie Jameson looks at the new trend toward restraint (what?!) in memoir. And more… Go to the online…