by J.M. Lacey | Oct 6, 2024 | Writing
Sports and I have never had a good relationship. I tried volleyball, kickball and softball in school. Um, no. Ballet was about the only sport I could do because it was structured. Enter golf. I would never have pictured myself whacking a ball again, let alone forcing...
by J.M. Lacey | Aug 9, 2024 | Writing
When I originally wrote this article for my “Writer Authentic” e-newsletter subscribers (July 2023), I was nearly two weeks into my bout with COVID-19. To say this halted everything I do in my life is an understatement. And for any of you who have,...
by J.M. Lacey | Jul 14, 2024 | Writing
I’m newly obsessed with the latest History Channel documentary: “How Disney Built America.” All the documentaries on the foods, brands, toys, etc., that “built America” fascinate me and I truly wish I was that genius to come up with something amazing. But I digress....
by J.M. Lacey | Jun 30, 2024 | Writing
Lately I’ve been pitching various news and media outlets with article ideas. Although I have no control over whether they will think my idea is a good fit for them or the timing is right, I still get them out there. One thing (among many) I have learned is that...
by J.M. Lacey | Jun 12, 2024 | Writing
Back in the day, I was a reporter for a local newspaper, and I learned a lot about writing captivating news stories about boring subjects. My conversations with my editor were few and far between because he worked in another office. During the rare occasions he called...
by J.M. Lacey | Jun 9, 2024 | Writing
Writing is the core of what I do. I enjoy it, yes, but it truly is an art. I lump it under artist, along with painter, photographer, sculptor, musician, and anything that defines art. And while I focus on brand stories for businesses and authors, it is always a good...
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