Category Archives: Creativity

John Rachel poet? Is this a joke?

Posted on October 8, 2017 by johnrachel

I just got four poems published. Does this herald some epic breach in the edifice which has been over centuries the steadfast defense of good taste against assaults by dilettantes, pretenders, and other faux-creative rabble? Am I losing my mind? Does my chewing gum lose its flavor on the bedpost overnight? At least there’s a scientific answer to the last of these queries. All else is shrouded in mystery, yet dispersed by widespread dispassion — meaning, “Who cares?” The yawns unanimously carry the vote again. Continue reading →

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It’s a very special time of year!

Posted on January 1, 2017 by johnrachel

May the new year finally bring peace to the world. May we discover and embrace the understanding needed to live together in genuine and lasting harmony. Continue reading →

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Squeak . . . woof . . . meow . . . tweet

Posted on December 29, 2015 by johnrachel

Here, based on how many times they were “retweeted” or “favorited”, are some of the more popular verbal excretions that I oozed into the swirling torrent of Twitter burble over the past year. Continue reading →

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Just a theory . . .

Posted on August 31, 2015 by johnrachel

What was just a theory yesterday can become a reality today and new possibilities will define all our tomorrows … at least, in theory. Continue reading →

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The Man Who Loved Too Much Trilogy

Posted on August 13, 2015 by johnrachel

Six years of hard work and my trilogy is now complete. In the metaphysical order of the Universe, it rivals the Trinity in its profundity and impact on the world. Some will understandably claim it is an inspired work channeling that which have driven great men to make sense out of the human condition. Others will say it’s just more passive-aggressiveness springing from unresolved adolescent issues and partially descended gonads. Decide for yourself. Death threats should be attached to a $100 bill. Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 1, 2015 by johnrachel

What a crazy idea! Suggesting that people can and should get along, that we should have peace in our lives and in the world at large. But that’s just the crazy kind of guy I am! Continue reading →

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When You Wish Upon A Star

Posted on December 12, 2014 by johnrachel

Appreciation is much appreciated. Continue reading →

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Creativity: Writing Poetry

Posted on November 26, 2014 by johnrachel

Here is the definitive, step-by-step guide for writing poetry. This comes from someone who, much to his utter astonishment, has actually had poems published. Continue reading →

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Creativity: Creating Memorable Characters

Posted on November 21, 2014 by johnrachel

People often ask me: “John, how do you come up with your characters?” Continue reading →

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Creativity: The Writing Process

Posted on November 7, 2014 by johnrachel

With my brand new book, The Man Who Loved Too Much, Book 1: Archipelago __ my sixth novel! __ arriving this month, people sometimes ask me: “John, how do you get inspired to write?” Continue reading →

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