Articles
On the whole, the articles listed on this page relate to writing and storytelling.
In the first part, I created a list of articles I wrote that focus on writing a novel. Thereafter, I’ve created an alphabetical list of articles written by others. They have been collected over many years.
You are welcome to consider any of the articles listed below for publication in your website/blog/newsletter. Permission is granted to reprint for free with the resource box and byline intact (this information is placed at the bottom of each article).
To view the articles, just click on the article you would like to view and you will be taken to the appropriate page.
I am aware the list is long. So, please don’t get overwhelmed and close this page. Do take some time to view it. Scroll down the list (all entries have been placed in alphabetical order) and I’m sure you’ll find something of interest.
Get the Write Edge Take a look around your workplace. Do the leaders in your organisation write effectively and powerfully? Do good writers tend to get promoted? Do people tend to listen to good writers? Are good writers able to persuade or convince effectively? Absolutely, yes, yes, and yes again! More and more of our work today is undertaken through writing rather than in person or on the phone. Indeed, I really wish that wasn’t true. Have you ever considered how much quicker certain issues could be resolved by picking up the phone or speaking to someone face-to-face? We all…
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Writing A passion for some; a chore for others, the basics of writing are relatively straightforward, involving simply throwing words together and making sentences, using pen and paper or more typically, today, a computer. Let’s face it, writing is something we do without a great deal of thought. For some, writing is easy and often a pleasurable solitary pursuit; for others writing presents a daunting task.For others, writing is a creative outlet, and something that is thoroughly enjoyed. Writing gives people a chance to get their feelings down on paper. It can be cathartic. Writing can help people deal with…
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Practice, Practice, Practice It may sound silly but the key to self-confidence and building more self-esteem is through practice. Practice what it is you want to feel more confident about and eventually, the confidence will show itself. That makes sense if we’re talking about a skill like playing the piano. With enough practice, you naturally begin to get good at it and then you feel more confident. But what about tougher things like public speaking or meeting new people? How do you practice something that you’re terrified to do in the first place? If you have extreme self-esteem issues then…
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Friday, 21 September 2012 18:28
Storytelling – the inherent power of success
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Storytelling – the inherent power of success Would you believe me if I told you that you already have the power to succeed? It’s latent and just waiting to be tapped into. It’s relatively easy to learn and it reaps rewards that help you throughout your lifetime. It is also one of the skills that never becomes outdated or even useless but one that only becomes better the more you practice. What is this power? Storytelling. Storytelling has an effect of everyday life that is amazing. People have discovered it to get what they want in life and here are…
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Thursday, 20 September 2012 21:03
5 tips on how to relate things in the most interesting manner
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
5 tips on how to relate things in the most interesting manner “How are you?” asks a friend at a party. “I am well. But you know, last week, my mother gave me this lecture about how I should find a man and settle down. Then at work my boss was terrible; I tell you he really gave me a hard time over a project that was not completed. And the best part is that I was not in charge of this project …” and so you go on. Notice how the person who asked you a question is slowly…
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10 laws of great storytelling Law #1: Keep your mouth shut and your ears open. This is crucial in the first few moments of storytelling. Before you begin your story, take a moment. Look at your audience and smile at them. Only after you have got their attention do you begin to even introduce yourself and your topic. You will be able to observe many things about your audience in these few moments. Law #2: Begin your story with a question. Have you ever noticed how everyone perks up when the speaker begins by asking something like, “Is everyone feeling…
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Monday, 03 September 2012 18:42
3 Key Points to Remember When Writing for the Web
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
3 Key Points to Remember When Writing for the Web While many writers are eager to write for the internet it is important to consider the key differences between writing for a traditional print audience and an internet audience. Keeping these three points in mind will help you achieve success with your internet writing ventures. Writing for the internet is different from traditional publishing formats in three essential ways: ~ Audience~ Format~ Lifespan It is important to consider each difference while writing. While audience is always a key consideration for any writer audience consideration is a primary factor for internet…
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