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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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Life In Japan: Clouds of Pollen in the Spring

Posted on April 25, 2017 by johnrachel

Nothing like some scientific knowledge to fill in the blanks, those blanks being the desolate stretches in our brains which result in a lack of understanding and appreciation for the magnificent workings of nature. 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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