Author: Lee

Creative Writing Social media
20 July 2024

The Unexpected Mentor

I sighed as I stared at the blank document on my laptop screen. After decades as a successful business and social media author, I found myself struggling with writer’s block for the first time. My publisher was eagerly awaiting my next manuscript, but I felt like I had run out of insights to share. Desperate for inspiration, I decided to take a walk through the […]

Depressed man looking out a window
Psychology
18 July 2024

Rational Suicide: A complex ethical dilemma

Let’s dive into the complex and thought-provoking topic of rational suicide. It’s a subject that’s been stirring up quite a debate in medical, ethical, and philosophical circles. Let’s unpack this together. First off, what exactly is rational suicide? Well, it’s not your typical impulsive act. We’re talking about a well-thought-out decision to end one’s life, made by someone who’s mentally competent and has carefully weighed […]

Arabella, a young woman radiating gothic charm
Creative Writing Short story
25 June 2024

The eternal echo

Imagine Arabella Blackthorn stepping into the room, an ethereal vision of gothic beauty. At eighteen, she’s got this air about her – like a shadow gliding effortlessly through the night. Her long, black hair cascades down in silky waves, a stark contrast against her porcelain skin.

Her figure is slender, almost willowy, always adorned in an ensemble of black lace and velvet. You can picture the intricate corsetry hugging her frame, each detail meticulously crafted to enhance her grim allure. There’s a certain elegance to the way she moves, almost as if she’s floating rather than walking. The whole image is like something out of a gothic novel, full of mystery and dark charm.

RAAF today
Creative Writing
24 June 2024

On being a Veteran

Lee Hopkins reflects on his service in the Royal Australian Air Force from 1981-1987, highlighting lifelong friendships, personal growth, and the mixed experiences of military life, while emphasizing the unspoken camaraderie among veterans.

Mastering the art of writing brilliant blog posts
Book Social media Writing brilliant blog posts
20 June 2024

Mastering the art of writing a brilliant blog post: Introduction

‘Mastering the art of writing brilliant blog posts’ provides practical advice to create engaging, converting blog content. Covering audience understanding, compelling headlines, structure, authenticity, research, reader engagement, editing, SEO, promotion, and performance analysis, this book guides you to elevate your blogging game. Perfect for both seasoned writers and beginners.