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How Automation is Changing the Modern Workplace
If you’ve ever dreamed of a world where spreadsheets magically update themselves, emails respond on their own, and coffee refills without judgment, congratulations—automation is making your dreams come true. The modern workplace is being reshaped by technology faster than you can say “artificial intelligence,” and it’s both exciting and, let’s be honest, a little intimidating.
By Katina Banks7 months ago in Writers
Tips and Tricks for Vocal Media Writers
Every writer has a voice—but on Vocal, the challenge is making it heard. Your words deserve an audience; the secret lies in how you share them.
By Zakir Ullah7 months ago in Writers
My book is out, what now?
Trying to get your book out into the world has to be one of the most challenging things I have come across. Honestly, I thought everything would be easy after my book was published. Being a writer is the easiest part when it comes to coming up with a story, typing it, doing the research yourself, and then just sending it off to the publicist.
By stephanie borges7 months ago in Writers
Poppy's Prompts #13 | Results
Thank you so much to everyone who took part in and supported Poppy's Prompts #13! If you missed it, you can check it out here.
By Poppy 7 months ago in Writers
Trusting Your Gut in Writing Competitions
When entering writing competitions, your gut often knows the story better than you do. That's been my experience taking part in a few competitions outside of Vocal - and it's a lesson worth sharing.
By Paul Stewart7 months ago in Writers
🔥 The Hidden Storm Behind My Smile
They name me Golden retriever, A ray of endless sunshine, “Sweetheart” and “dear,” With laughter like music, And kindness that flows like water.
By Mirwais Hashami7 months ago in Writers
Crafting Fantasy Maps:
“Maps don’t just show us where we’re going — they tell us who we are.” If you write fantasy, sooner or later, you’re going to face The Map Question: do you make one? And if you do, how detailed should it be? Do you go full Tolkien with mountain ranges, rivers, and ancient trade routes, or do you sketch out a vague coastline and hope nobody asks how long it takes your characters to cross the continent?
By Georgia7 months ago in Writers
Writing as Escapism:
“We read to know we’re not alone. We write to create places where we never have to be.” Let’s be honest: most of us didn’t start writing because we thought we’d get rich or famous (though hey, I’m not saying no to a Netflix deal). We started because the real world was too much — or too little — and we needed somewhere else to go. Somewhere better. Somewhere we could control.
By Georgia7 months ago in Writers
How to Write Believable Villains in Fantasy
“Villains are just heroes of another story — with sharper knives and messier coping mechanisms.” Let’s face it: a boring villain is a fast track to a forgettable fantasy. You can have lush worldbuilding, lyrical prose, and swoony romantic tension — but if your villain is nothing more than a cardboard cutout cackling in a dark tower, your story loses its punch.
By Georgia7 months ago in Writers
Don’t Use ChatGPT to Write Articles. Use It For These Things Instead
The Truth Writers Don’t Want to Admit Let’s be honest—anyone who’s ever typed the classic prompt “Write an article about XYZ” into ChatGPT knows the disappointment. The result is almost always stiff, repetitive, and reads like a high school essay. It doesn’t sound like you. It doesn’t carry your personality, your experiences, or your unique voice.
By Awais Qarni 7 months ago in Writers
Ten Ways to Break your Writer's Block (Without ChatGPT)
The worst part about being a writer can be the empty page. It's just as daunting as it is depressing, even though there are some (liars) that say the joy of endless possibilities of the blank page can be the best part.
By Athena Pajer7 months ago in Writers
I Was a Bestseller… Then I Lost It All Overnight
“A photo from 2015, before my books were silenced. These young readers reminded me why stories matter — and why I had to find my voice again.”
By Cenk Enes Ozer7 months ago in Writers