Category: literary nonfiction
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My process and an Essay on New Poem: fortitudine vincimus
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Draft 1: 02/16/2025 “This year blossoming A-Bomb Dropping aplomb Plum-plum-plum A hum-hum-hum-hum And we’re done. Kicked teeth, once mine I lie floorside and planar A Lying smile In a room with a view Of the teeth, once new For sale Never used Dreams? Rearing foil reflections On floor, mine carpet bombs yesteryear’s Napalm A fortnight…
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In the Whispers of Chance Encounters- A Poem, An Essay, and a Confession.
In the ever-spinning world of fleeting encounters, there lies a hidden tapestry of connection. Each glance, each smile shared with a stranger, weaves a story untold, a narrative that pulses with the heartbeat of humanity. These moments, often overlooked in the rush of daily life, hold the essence of our shared experience. They are the…
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Beyond Survival: Music, Cybertext, and Paratext in “The Last of Us. A Three-Part Series
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in Academia, Anthropology, augmented reality, choose your own adventure, creativewriting, critical analysis, Culture, digital communities, digital humanities, digital storytelling, Dissertation, dramaturgy, existentialist, fan studies, fantasy, film review, film studies, flash fiction, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, game based learning, game design, game development, game Ideas, game review, game studies, game writing, game-based learning, games, gaming, Globalization, horror, interactive fiction, internet lore, literary fiction, literary nonfiction, Ludology, narrative design, Narratology, performance studies, psychology, ritual, Road Trip, sci fi, scicomm, science fiction, screenwriting, spirituality, storytelling, user research, videogames, writingUnveiling the Hidden Depths of ‘The Last of Us’: A Journey Through its Storytelling Mastery . Welcome to a deep dive into the universe of “The Last of Us,” a landmark in narrative storytelling and a seminal work in the realm of video games. This series explores the intricate layers of its storytelling, gameplay, and…
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How to Balance Story and Narrative Design: Crafting the Perfect Player or Reader Experience (how to write video games & storytelling techniques 101)
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in digital communities, digital humanities, digital storytelling, fiction, fundraising, game based learning, game design, game development, game Ideas, game review, game writing, game-based learning, learning technology, literary nonfiction, literature, Master’s Program, narrative design, Narratology, nsf national science foundation, role-playing, screenwriting, scripteriting, scriptwriting, Story time, storytelling, teaching, writingDiscover the Art of Crafting Unforgettable Stories. Whether you’re writing Game, poems, or the next great world novel! Explore the symbiotic relationship between game balance and narrative design, uncovering the secrets behind player engagement and immersion. Dive into the world of game theory and self-determination theory for a deeper understanding of what makes games truly…
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Day 13/100 of translating the hyakunin ishuu:
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in 100 days of translation, 百人一首, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, Hyakunin Isshu, Hyakunin Isshu, Hyakunin Isshu (百人一首), Hyakunin Isshu (百人一首), japan, japanese folklore, japanese language, japanese poetry, language, literary nonfiction, localization, material culture, media studies, Poem, poet, Poetry, poetry lessons, translationDive into Day 13 of the #HyakuninIsshuChallenge as we unravel the poetic beauty of Emperor Yozei’s 13rd poem. This ancient verse takes us to the majestic Tsukuba Peak, where the falling waters of the Minano River hold the depths of love. Join me in exploring the delicate art of translation, where we capture the essence…
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“Soulbound Symphony: Excerpts from the Bohemian Chronicles.” Stories, Poems, and Confessions of Alexander Bacchus
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in Confession, creativewriting, fairytale, fiction, flash fiction, Flash Poem, Flash Poetry, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, literary fiction, literary nonfiction, memoir, Poem, poet, Poetry, romance, romani, Shakespeare, Story time, storytelling, stream-of-consciousness, the writers life, writingStep into a bohemian monastery in Romania, where destiny led me to uncover the Bacchus Collection—a treasury of poems, essays, and diary entries that immortalize the love of Alexander Bacchus and Shea. Join me as their translator, as we traverse the realms of love, artistry, and the timeless connection between these enigmatic souls. #TranslatorTales #TimelessRomance…