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Magic Realism vs. Magical Realms #1
Definition The term ‘magic realism’ came into being by way of Germany’s post-Expressionist painters using peculiar techniques for depicting the ordinary world as if seen through a mysterious lens. The...
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Magic Realism vs. Magical Realms #2
Background Literary magic realism originated in Latin America when writers traveling to Europe were exposed to the art movement of the time in cultural hubs like Paris and Berlin. The term seems to...
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Magic Realism vs. Magical Realms #3
Characteristics The ‘magic’ in magic realism is brought about by the narrator shifting his here-and-now perspective to represent the unconscious. In doing so, he effortlessly morphs the story to depict...
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Magic Realism vs. Magical Realms #4
Comparisons Magic realism is not ONE thing to ALL writers or readers—rather, think about it as some type of writing that’s determined by a narrator’s leaning toward the Latin American, European or...
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Magic Realism vs. Magical Realms #5
Debate As always, when ‘critics’ enter the literary arena, contention follows. There seems to be as much of a war of words on what is magic realism? as on where/how did it originate? According to the...
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Magic Realism vs. Magical Realms #6
Summary An easy and clear distinction between magic realism and fantasy, or science fiction, is that MR is about revealing and exploring character by weaving the story through two worlds—reality and...
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Literary Opportunities: January 2014
Another new year, another fresh start. My resolution is to bring greater awareness to healthy living, nurture my friendships, and pursue inspiring activities. I wish you a creative 2014. This year, my...
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Literary Opportunities: February 2014
This year, my main focus will be the completion of my creative writing guide. From a blogging perspective, I will continue to offer peer support by sharing resources and insights that relate to change,...
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Release Your Inner Writer
Having grown up in Africa, it’s no surprise that magic realism is by far my favorite literary genre. I am always exploring books, blogs, and writers who share my fascination with the ‘mysterious’ stuff...
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Literary Opportunities: March 2014
Despite a new, and very unexpected, full-time position as Marketing Communication Specialist at a big corporate, my main focus this year will be the completion of my creative writing guide. From a...
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Guidelines For Guest Bloggers
Hello, and welcome to my blog. I am an author and a creativity coach. This is my space where I talk about my publications and work-in-progress, where I share creative writing tips, and where I interact...
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When All That Writing Ambition Shit Gets Real
Daniel Romo is one of those types of artists I revere: a poet—you know, those writers who can tell a whole story in a few abbreviated lines and make is sound romantic, and sexy, and intelligent. He’s...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #1
THE HALLMARKS OF GREAT WRITING A Sound Premise and Compelling Themes Congratulations—you have defined the genre of your writing project, are creating a bond with your characters, and the plot is...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #2
THE HALLMARKS OF GREAT WRITING A Sound Premise and Compelling Themes Last week, I discussed the need to identify your story’s themes in order to construct a sound premise that will convince both an...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #3
THE HALLMARKS OF GREAT WRITING A Sound Premise and Compelling Themes In another addition to the series on literary themes and premise, I’d like you to join me in welcoming Kim Wright. Kim’s bio Kim has...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #4
A sound premise and compelling themes are undoubtedly the hallmarks of great writing. In another addition to the series on literary themes and premise, I’d like you to join me in welcoming Kathleen...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #5
A sound premise and compelling themes are undoubtedly the hallmarks of great writing. In another addition to the series on literary themes and premise, I’d like you to join me in welcoming Mary...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #6
A sound premise and compelling themes are undoubtedly the hallmarks of great writing. In another addition to the series on literary themes and premise, I’d like to review the much loved memoir, The...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #7
A sound premise and compelling themes are undoubtedly the hallmarks of great writing. In another addition to the series on literary themes and premise, I’d like you to join me in welcoming Paige...
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What is the Gist of Your Story? #8
A sound premise and compelling themes are undoubtedly the hallmarks of great writing. In another addition to the SERIES on literary themes and premise, I’d like you to join me in welcoming Susan...
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