But what, to be crass, of art?! What of our ability to grieve, engage, and change at a point in time where we need to collectively practice all three?

... there is nothing more cruel than spending an eternity subjected to never-ending positivity.

Arts and Minds provides an opportunity for genuine connection, unapologetic self-expression, and reflection.

The worst of mankind is more sellable to the American public than the best, it would seem, so anyone attempting to tell a tale of romance is up against a burgeoning trend of nastiness.

I apologize for nothing.

Hollywood exists for entertainment, and this often means facts get fudged in the name of keeping the crowd interested.

For some, the crisis is over, and for others, it is not. Therefore, Zoom, if you must. But know that you’re doing so at your own professional peril.

My mentality was "I’m a fucking great writer," though I had no proof of that. That was my first mistake.

Francesca Brigandy’s synesthesia allows her to visualize sounds as colors when listening to music, giving her a unique polychrome perspective.

Five more tips on how to not annoy your reader shall be yours. But listen well, because I'm only going to say this once ...

Nothing is certain, so why not take the risk and be as bold or unusual or as personal as we want to be in whatever we are creating?

Sadly, the well-known quip about exposure not paying the bills is becoming truer every day. So, what can creative industries do to help writers feel more financially secure?

This article is long overdue in so many ways both literal and metaphorical, but it’s here now so shut your figgy pudding hole and enjoy this airing of grievances.

It’s scary to walk on the mat for the first time against an opponent taller and larger than you. And it’s scary to show people a story you’ve been obsessed with for weeks, months, and years on end.

Creating art is all about pushing boundaries and creators must push those same boundaries within themselves in order to be a conduit for that art.