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Author: Michael Brockbank

Write First Draft Light

Why and How I Write “Light” While Working On First Drafts

May 27, 2026May 18, 2026Michael Brockbank

One of the most common questions I get as an author is how I am able to write a book so fast. In reality, if it weren’t for having to pay the bills, I could easily write the first draft of a book in a matter of weeks. Am I some kind of phenom? No. It’s all about writing the first draft of the book lightly.

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College to Content Writing

Plans for All of My University Writing Projects – It’s All Publishable!

May 25, 2026May 17, 2026Michael Brockbank

As I work toward my bachelor’s in Creative Writing, I’m coming up with a slew of stories, poems, essays, and other projects. While some students will just save them as something to look back on for a bit of nostalgia, I plan on using them in the very near future.

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External Office Space

Moving to an External Office Space and Why It’s Important

April 24, 2026April 23, 2026Michael Brockbank

I’ve been working from home since 2013, and if there is one thing I can tell you, it is that I miss having an external office space. I’ve been striving to have a spot outside of the home for several years now, and for very good reasons. If you’re planning on trying working from home yourself, give me a few minutes of your time.

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Morning Routine as a Writer

My Morning Routine as a Writer to Boost Motivation

April 15, 2026April 15, 2026Michael Brockbank

Your morning routine can influence a great deal about your day as a writer. How you handle yourself first thing can affect energy levels, focus, stress, and much more. And when you have a lot on your plate, you need every advantage you can get. So, what do I do to keep motivated every day?

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Metaphors are Not AI

No, Metaphors and Similes ARE NOT Proof of AI Writing

April 6, 2026April 3, 2026Michael Brockbank

Recently, I read how some are assuming that metaphors and similes are proof that AI wrote the manuscript. My eyes rolled back into my head so far that I saw a 10-year-old me with a “WTF” look on his face. That is perhaps the most asinine AI argument I’ve heard to date.

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