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Write Here, Write Now: Apartment Complex by Vivian R. McInerny
There’s nothing quite like a mother’s love - but there’s nothing quite like her disapproval, either. Vivian R. McInerny’s “Apartment Complex” is a story that’s as comedic as it is relatable: life sure takes a different turn when Mom moves in.
By Write Here, Write Now: A Vocal Podcast3 years ago in Resources
Polish Your Prose: Vocal's Writing Tips Crib Sheet
At Vocal, we’re keen to help you succeed in your work—not just in Challenges, but throughout all of your writing across the site. To that end, we’ve put together a few notes on the fundamentals of punctuation, dialogue, and grammar. Really, it’s about getting a handle on those fiddly bits of language and mysterious laws of prose (and, let’s face it, we could all use the occasional reminder). Of course, the rules of grammar are only a beginning, and most of all we want you to develop your own unique and exciting voice; but if you’re ever in doubt about errant commas or pesky apostrophes, we hope it can be of help. Happy writing!
By Vocal Curation Team3 years ago in Resources
📢 Raise Your Voice Thread: 5/11/23
Starts at 12PM ET on 5/11/23. Our “Raise Your Voice Threads” are hosted to offer creators more avenues to uncover exceptional stories on Vocal. As we are continuously searching for fresh creators and inspiring stories, this thread provides an opportunity to exchange and discuss the stories that have moved and motivated us on Vocal.
By Raise Your Voice by Vocal3 years ago in Resources
Mastering TikTok for Writers in 2023: The Definitive Guide to Boosting Your Audience and Influence
In case you have been living under a rock, TikTok is a wildly popular short-form video-sharing app that has taken the world by storm, attracting millions of users globally and revolutionizing the way we create, share, and consume content on social media.
By Vocal Team3 years ago in Resources
Write Here, Write Now: Pareidolia by Conor Marko
"Pareidolia" is an intriguing tale that leans in paranoia and the paranormal. Conor Marko asks questions about the boundaries of obligation and addresses how we move forward from tragedy.
By Write Here, Write Now: A Vocal Podcast3 years ago in Resources
Leveraging Social Media to Connect with Fellow Writers
Over the last ten years, social media has revolutionized the way writers connect, collaborate, and share their work. Online writing communities, like Vocal, have emerged as powerful networks for fostering connections with fellow writers, offering invaluable support, feedback, and inspiration.
By Vocal Team3 years ago in Resources
Sky's The Limit Challenge Winners
Who knew so many things could fly? From birds to planes, vampires to blimps, spaceships to souls, we read an incredible array of flight-themed stories. One common aspect of many submissions was to use time in flight for thought. Scorned lovers worked out their feelings, evil doers schemed, children dreamed. There's something about planes specifically that leave us feeling liminal. Can't do much up there at 35,000 feet so may as well work out what's been on our mind. We loved this take on the prompt because it was so true to reality. But we always love a lot about our Creators' submissions, from your fresh protagonists and deep life lessons to the (somehow) new ways you come up with to describe a sunset.
By Vocal Curation Team3 years ago in Resources
📢 Raise Your Voice Thread: 5/4/23
Starts at 12PM ET on 5/4/23. Our “Raise Your Voice Threads” are hosted to offer creators more avenues to uncover exceptional stories on Vocal. As we are continuously searching for fresh creators and inspiring stories, this thread provides an opportunity to exchange and discuss the stories that have moved and motivated us on Vocal.
By Raise Your Voice by Vocal3 years ago in Resources
Write Here, Write Now: Lifted by Patti Larsen
The spookiness of a dim, overcrowded antique shop packed to the brim with bric-a-brac can scarcely be denied. Add some malicious magic into the equation, and you’ve arrived at the setting of Patti Larsen’s “Lifted.” This is a curiosity shop best visited during daylight hours.
By Write Here, Write Now: A Vocal Podcast3 years ago in Resources
