With the publication of my collection of stories, Of Stars and Space, this is part 5 in a series of posts about the inspiration behind each of the twelve stories. One of the things you learn as a foster parent is to never say a negative thing about a child’s biological parents. It doesn’t matterContinue reading “The inspiration behind “Strange Walls” (Of Stars and Space)”
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The inspiration behind “Flowers for Every Day” (Of Stars and Space)
With the publication of my collection of stories, Of Stars and Space, this is part 4 in a series of posts about the inspiration behind each of the twelve stories. Sometimes it doesn’t take much to inspire a story. This is true of “Flowers for Every Day.” It is, indeed, a short story, one ofContinue reading “The inspiration behind “Flowers for Every Day” (Of Stars and Space)”
The inspiration behind “Burn” (Of Stars and Space)
With the publication of my collection of stories, Of Stars and Space, this is part 3 in a series of posts about the inspiration behind each of the twelve stories. Several years ago, an online magazine ran a lengthy story, filled with pictures, of the Burning Man festival. Going to such a festival would notContinue reading “The inspiration behind “Burn” (Of Stars and Space)”
The inspiration behind “First Date” (Of Stars and Space)
With the publication of my collection of stories, Of Stars and Space, this is part 2 in a series of posts about the inspiration behind each of the twelve stories. Writer’s block is frustrating. You sit at your computer, stare at your screen, wanting to write, longing to write, and yet your brain produces nothing.Continue reading “The inspiration behind “First Date” (Of Stars and Space)”
The inspiration behind “Addict” (Of Stars and Space)
With the publication of my collection of stories, Of Stars and Space, this is part 1 in a series of posts about the inspiration behind each of the twelve stories. “Addict” is a story that was a few years in the making but only recently came together. I wanted to address the topic of addictionContinue reading “The inspiration behind “Addict” (Of Stars and Space)”
Tips for the Aspiring Writer
Recently, I wrote about how I Love to Write. I now want to take a moment to encourage others who think they might enjoy writing, but are not sure what to do. Here’s a few tips for aspiring writers: 1. Just start. You never do something you don’t begin. Even if you don’t think you’reContinue reading “Tips for the Aspiring Writer”
I Love to Write
As long as I can remember, I have loved both reading and writing. Creating short stories has long been a hobby. Some elementary teachers even thought one day I’d grow up to be a professional author (that hasn’t happened yet). I have submitted some stories to various contests and shared them with others. Even thoughContinue reading “I Love to Write”
Mike Bergman 