Celebrating the Latest Contributions from ILLUMINATION Writers
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ILLUMINATION continues to thrive with over 700 talented writers delivering captivating narratives to our 8,331 readers.
> "Write what should not be forgotten." — Isabel Allende
> "If you wait for inspiration to write, you’re not a writer, you’re a waiter." — Dan Poynter
I would like to kick off this update by introducing five remarkable writers who have enhanced their biographies today. Our publication is becoming even more robust thanks to the dedication of these incredible authors. Let's take a closer look at their profiles.
Meet Our Writer: Roz Warren
Introducing: Roz Warren
#### What Have I Done With My Life So Far? See more at: medium.com
Meet Our Writer: Helen Marie
Introduction: Helen Marie
#### I’m excited to be a part of this community! See more at: medium.com
Meet Our Writer: Martin Rushton
An Introduction: Martin Rushton
#### A Short Bio About the Rude Poet See more at: medium.com
Meet Our Writer: Deborah Barchi
Let Me Introduce Myself on ILLUMINATION
#### First, let me express my gratitude to Dr. Mehmet Yildiz, our tireless founder and visionary... See more at: medium.com
Meet Our Writer: Brian Lamacraft
My Introduction to ILLUMINATION Writers
#### My Introduction to ILLUMINATION Writers See more at: medium.com
We compile all writer profiles into an accompanying story that we share daily with our readers.
Discover ILLUMINATION Writers
#### BIOs of Writers from Their Pen See more at: medium.com
Interviews with Writers
I have begun a series of interviews with our authors to delve into their creative processes. Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kevin Buddaeus. Enjoy the conversation!
Interview with Kevin Buddaeus
#### Featuring Creative Writers of ILLUMINATION See more at: medium.com
If you are an ILLUMINATION writer interested in being interviewed, please send a request via this link with the title "Interview Request." My goal is to incorporate these interviews into our daily curation list, thereby fostering a strong connection between our writers and readers.
What Did ILLUMINATION Writers Create Today?
Today, our writers produced a diverse array of stories. Let's ensure our narratives reach a broader audience every day. The more comments you contribute, the greater visibility our distribution can achieve. Below is a list of stories crafted by ILLUMINATION today.
Choose What You Want
#### Featuring Engaging Stories by ILLUMINATION Writers with Special Comments See more at: medium.com
New Writers of ILLUMINATION
Today, we welcomed 24 new writers to our community, bringing our total to over 700 contributors. A warm welcome to our new writers: Evans Kyritsis, Zainab Jafri, Chas Wyatt, M.E. Gudmunds, Paul Mulliner, Jeff Miller, Nuno Oliveira, Hamza Ahmad Raza, David Lee, Landon Lester, Ravyne Hawke, THE DAWN., Sarah Ammoura, Tobou Egbekun, Kat of Magik, Hailey Amick, Mandy Walker, Jevin Lortie, Phantom Soul Poetry, Ruth Fein Revell, Kevin Hilton, and MaryJo Wagner.
> Requests are flowing in from various sources, and we may miss some. If you applied previously and haven't yet joined our publication, please re-submit your request from this link. You are valuable to us!
I have also added many writers to our Slack channel today. Thank you for your inquiries! New writers are encouraged to join our Slack for discussions and collaboration with other inspiring authors. We cover editorial matters, Medium policies, content quality, and ways to enhance writing skills. You can request an invitation to Slack from this link, ensuring to include "Request for Slack" in the subject line, as I receive many requests.
For more details regarding our publication, please check our FAQ document. Our submission guidelines are included within this document.
Frequently Asked Questions
#### Answers to Common Inquiries for Writers and Editors of ILLUMINATION Publication See more at: medium.com
Articles from ILLUMINATION Distributed to Medium Topics
Today, nine articles from ILLUMINATION made their way to Medium topics. This is an exciting achievement for our publication's writers. Congratulations to all who contributed to enhancing visibility through topics!
> An article by Rosennab was distributed to #relationships.
Help Me Wish Him Happy Birthday
#### While I tell the world how much I still love my birthday boy. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Darryl Brooks was distributed to #marketing #social media.
How To Sabotage Your Social Media Marketing
#### Just keep doing these things. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Dr. Caroline Figueroa was distributed to #sexuality #mental health.
Should Single People Seek a COVID-19 Sex Buddy?
#### This is the Dutch Government’s advice to citizens. It’s missing the bigger picture. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Christopher D. Connors was distributed to #self #productivity.
Stop Saying You’re “Aspiring”
#### The mindset shift from future to present is essential. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Sofia Yassine was distributed to #self #mental health.
Cultivating Sensitivity Will Improve Your Life
#### Traditional indicators of ‘strength’ may not be as fruitful as you think. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Joanna Henderson was distributed to #race #equality.
I Tried Reducing My White Privilege: Confessions of a Privileged Child
#### Everyone deserves equal opportunities regardless of their background. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Kim Petersen was distributed to #self #mindfulness.
How a Masked-Lover Loves You
#### Love behind a mask is never going to get real. See more at: medium.com
> An article by Viktor Marchev was distributed to #creativity #cannabis.
Does Being High Make You More Creative & Productive?
#### Or is this just another urban myth to justify cannabis consumption? See more at: medium.com
> An article by Eira Braun-Labossiere was distributed to #food.
Little Pizza on the Prairies
#### Transport your tastebuds on the flying carpet of a cracker-thin pizza crust. See more at: medium.com
Featured Articles
Today, we highlighted six stories from our creative writers, keeping them on the front page of our publication for 24 hours.
Ellen Clardy, Ph. D.
#### Time for a Paradigm Shift in Economics?
A discussion of “Shrinking Capitalism.” See more at: medium.com
Dr. John Rose
#### Evocations
Art invoking memories of joy, wonder, melancholy, and peace. See more at: medium.com
Timothy Key
#### The Title of This Story Has a “5” In It
A partial list of all the things on Medium that you aren’t the first to do. See more at: medium.com
Carmen Fong, MD
#### Rejected, For The Very First Time
On getting my first fiction rejection letter. See more at: medium.com
Joe Luca
#### The Horn Screamed
Fiction | Horror | Fantasy… Part One. See more at: medium.com
Michael Patanella
#### Addiction And Its Dirty Payoff
Big Money From Drug Testing. See more at: medium.com
Content Quality Focus
Our current writers understand that we prioritize excellence. We aim to enhance the quality of your stories to provide an enjoyable reading experience for our audience. Quality is a continual process, and I observe that the standard of our stories is improving daily.
> New writers: please check your stories for typos, spelling, and grammar errors prior to submission.
We have several volunteer editors who can assist with proofreading for writers from non-English speaking backgrounds. You can find volunteers in our Slack channel. One recommended proofreading tool is Grammarly.
To expedite the publishing of your stories, a quick quality enhancement involves citing your photos, as mandated by Medium policy. Please read this article authored by our editor Timothy Key.
Why All the Fuss About Captions for Photos?
#### What Does It Really Matter Anyway? See more at: medium.com
ILLUMINATION Social Media Links
We promote our stories on the following platforms. We encourage our new writers to join and follow these links.
- Blogs
- PublisherSpotlight
Invitation to Writers Interested in ILLUMINATION
If you wish to join our supportive publication as a writer, please leave a message via this link. We curate valuable content for our readers and amplify Medium articles on social media to attract new readers and subscribers.
> If you have previously applied through different means and have not yet been added to the publication, please try again by reaching out to me directly. Some messages can easily be lost among articles.
For more information, please refer to an article by Timothy Key on writer invitations.
Become a Writer for ILLUMINATION!
#### Join One of the Fastest Growing and Inclusive Publications on the Medium Platform See more at: medium.com
With the addition of several new top writers, our community now boasts over 700 contributors. The more diverse our team, the better we can cater to millions with insightful content globally.
> We are the #1 fastest growing publication on Medium!
Why ILLUMINATION Is #1
#### And How We Stand Out From the Crowd See more at: medium.com
Meaning of ILLUMINATION
#### Thoughts and Sentiments of ILLUMINATION Writers See more at: medium.com
You can also follow and enjoy the stories of our writers, which are syndicated to our external magazine via the attached link. We strive to make it easy for you to discover our valuable content whenever and wherever you wish to read.
ILLUMINATION on Medium
#### This Magazine Includes Links to All Articles Created on ILLUMINATION Publication by Over 700 Writers See more at: flipboard.com