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Facing the Blank Page
"Facing the Blank Page" is a collection of essays and poems written by David Martin.
"David Martin has the rare gift of writing, which inspires readers to open their eyes and look closely at the world around them. Whatever subject he writes about, he convinces us that he has discovered what is most important in life and has never forgotten it. He epitomizes Plato's famous quotation from 'The unexamined life is not worth the living.' At the heart of his essays is Martin's conviction that writing is essential to the well being of people of all ages. He has found joy and meaning in his own writing, and he is passionate in his desire to encourage others to realize what a precious gift writing can be. His essays model a graceful style, a strong voice, a facility with language, and a focus on what is truly significant in life." ~ Dr. Loren Logsdon, Emeritus Professor of English, Eureka College, Eureka, Illinois
"David Martin has the rare gift of writing, which inspires readers to open their eyes and look closely at the world around them. Whatever subject he writes about, he convinces us that he has discovered what is most important in life and has never forgotten it. He epitomizes Plato's famous quotation from 'The unexamined life is not worth the living.' At the heart of his essays is Martin's conviction that writing is essential to the well being of people of all ages. He has found joy and meaning in his own writing, and he is passionate in his desire to encourage others to realize what a precious gift writing can be. His essays model a graceful style, a strong voice, a facility with language, and a focus on what is truly significant in life." ~ Dr. Loren Logsdon, Emeritus Professor of English, Eureka College, Eureka, Illinois
160 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 4, 2009
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January 11, 2015
As a journal writer, I found this book a wonderful inspiration, So often I get caught up in the busy details of day-to-day living and find myself floundering. When I am not writing, I seem to lose touch with my emotional and spiritual self. Martin reminds us of how integral the act of writing is to be whole.
I am hoping to soon do a journaling workshop at L.E.T.'s Center for the Healting and Creative Arts, and this book will definitely be on a resource list.
Martin shares some of his poetry and personal essays/stories. They are open and vulnerable in reflecting his joys, sorrows and memories of life. He says true to his mantra of checking your ego at the door when you write and being REAL!!
If you are an aspiring writer, whether for publicatin or for your own growth, I hightly recommend this rewarding book.
I recieved a free digital copy of this book from NetGallery in exchange for my honest and fair review.
I am hoping to soon do a journaling workshop at L.E.T.'s Center for the Healting and Creative Arts, and this book will definitely be on a resource list.
Martin shares some of his poetry and personal essays/stories. They are open and vulnerable in reflecting his joys, sorrows and memories of life. He says true to his mantra of checking your ego at the door when you write and being REAL!!
If you are an aspiring writer, whether for publicatin or for your own growth, I hightly recommend this rewarding book.
I recieved a free digital copy of this book from NetGallery in exchange for my honest and fair review.
January 30, 2017
It was interesting and the author is brave enough to share some of his works, that I found pleasurable enough. I'm not a writer myself but if you are one, this could be a book for you.
THANKS TO NETGALLEY FOR THE PREVIEW!
THANKS TO NETGALLEY FOR THE PREVIEW!
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