Category Archives: English

The Barista’s Curse

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Luke Ford

So I’m reading this article in the New York Times by an ex-barista lamenting how now that he’s a big-time writer, people still associate him with making their coffee. Jason Diamond writes: I have a friend I like to avoid … Continue reading →

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I Interview My Favorite Writing Teacher – Terrie Silverman

Posted on December 10, 2009 by Luke Ford

For the past ten weeks, I’ve taken a storytelling workshop by Terrie Silverman of CreativeRites.com. She’s the most inspiring writing teacher I’ve known. Luke: “When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?” Terrie: … Continue reading →

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Write From Your Bad Girl

Posted on November 26, 2009 by Luke Ford

"You seem like such a good girl," I told an acquaintance. "You seem so responsible and caring. You run your own business. You’re always considerate of other people’s feelings. You seem like you were the teacher’s pet. You’ve strived to … Continue reading →

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Is There Anything Morally Special About English?

Posted on April 20, 2009 by Luke Ford

I email Stephen Steinlight: "Do you think there’s anything about the English language that helps create a good society or is it entirely coincidental that all English-speaking societies are pretty good places?" Dr. Steinlight responds: Luke: Of course English-speaking societies … Continue reading →

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Oxford Compiles Top Ten Irritating Phrases

Posted on November 7, 2008 by Luke Ford

Report: 1 – At the end of the day 2 – Fairly unique 3 – I personally 4 – At this moment in time 5 – With all due respect 6 – Absolutely 7 – It’s a nightmare 8 – … Continue reading →

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