If you’re a writer, you’ve probably heard the chatter: “Should writers use ChatGPT in their work? Is it cheating? If so, should my writing include disclaimers, informing readers that all or part of their work was produced using AI?” Long before artificial intelligence took center stage, my daily routine began with a cavalcade of helpful technology: an electric coffee maker that kickstarted my morning, followed by my electric toothbrush, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Once in my office, I sat down on my ergonomic chair, before my desktop computer featuring two panoramic screens, a Bluetooth keyboard, wireless mouse, voice-to-text software, text-to-speech readers, and a Wi-Fi extender—all geared toward efficiency and creativity.…
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When Words Are Cheap And the Writers Are Even Cheaper
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24 Ways to Stop Working When Falling from Grace Becomes the Ultimate Side Hustle
You’ve seen the ads. A guy standing next to an expensive sports car parked in front of a mansion that probably isn’t his, shouting about “Discover Passive Income Streams” and “The Secrets Billionaires Don’t Want You to Know.” Ridiculous, right? But here’s the thing. Those internet charlatans are nothing compared to the heavyweights of infamy, the fallen titans who’ve mastered the art of turning disgrace into a profitable side gig. Think Bernie Madoff hawking his “official” financial memorabilia or Harvey Weinstein launching a prison inmate fashion line: orange jumpsuits with sequins, diamond-encrusted handcuffs, and “#MeToo” embroidered slippers. It’s as if they’ve taken notes from every outlandish get-rich-quick campaign and decided…
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¡Hola, Bonjour, 你好! Diacritical and Accent Marks Mean International Appeal
In 2025, I’m making it my mission to become a better writer. My first goal? To reach a broader, more diverse audience—people who appreciate sharp humor, thoughtful insights, and a touch of global perspective. To create writing that connects with readers from all walks of life in France, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands, Turkey, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, New Zealand, Japan, Romania, Moldova, Poland, Lithuania, United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Malta, Norway, Denmark, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Serbia, Vietnam, China, India, Greece, as well as the United States. My first step was to pen an international review of Stephen King’s On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. Part…
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Who’s Calling the Shots? Getting to Know Your New Cabinet Members
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, he has announced a colorful and eclectic team for his administration, with selections as unique as their life stories. From Marco Rubio, the duct-tape visionary as Secretary of State, to Kristi Noem battling Velcro Dependency Syndrome as Secretary of Homeland Security, this cabinet promises a blend of brilliance and unconventional backgrounds. Here are four of his selections. Secretary of State Senator Marco Rubio of Florida, former presidential contender Born on March 23, 1971, in the bustling hamlet of Watermelon Fork, Nebraska, a town boasting the nation’s only drive-thru bowling alley, Marco Rubio entered this world with a sense of destiny. Battling…
