Tag: Lisa Binion

That Troublesome Apostrophe

What is the purpose of this troublesome and often misused punctuation mark? The apostrophe has two purposes: to show possession and to indicate missing letters. In certain instances, it is also used to clear up confusion when making plurals. The photo to the right made me cringe, and it shows that apostrophe misuse is worldwide.…

Exclusive: A Tisha Ariel Nikkole Novel #1 – a Review

What is life like for rap artists?  For the ones who manage their careers?  For the journalists who write about them?  Enter the world of music, rap stars, and the journalists who interview them.  Exclusive gives you an inside look at their world of drama. A journalist, Tisha, is asked by an old college friend…

Heroes, Victims, Survivors, Villains

Do you understand the definitions of hero, victim, survivor, and villain? When writing fiction, one needs to be aware of exactly what the definitions of these words are. Who is a hero? According to the dictionary, a hero is a man or woman of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his or her brave deeds…