This is one for anyone who's read with chagrin a carefully spell-checked text, only to discover that some of the words have got all the letters in the right order, but don't mean what you intended. … more
First a word of explanation for all of you outside Canada: In April 2007 Yann Martel, the author of The Life of Pi, was a featured participant in celebrations honouring the 50th anniversary of the Canada … more
How does one learn to write? By writing, of course. But is learning to write best done that on one's own? Or is it best nurtured in a group, with a mentor, with the support of like-minded souls? … more
I find myself at the moment barricaded behind walls of books, as I try to write myself down the West Coast of Africa, following the Portuguese for my book Making Waves: The Portuguese Adventure. During … more