Daily Insights from ILLUMINATION: Celebrating Our Writers
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Chapter 1: Writer Highlights
Today, ILLUMINATION is proud to be supported by over 700 talented writers, enriching the experiences of 8,331 readers with captivating narratives.
Success Stories from ILLUMINATION
As Isabel Allende wisely said, "Write what should not be forgotten." Dan Poynter reminds us that waiting for inspiration makes one a mere bystander. Today, I'm excited to share five remarkable writers who have crafted impressive biographies. Let’s delve into the profiles of Roz Warren, Helen Marie, Martin Rushton, Deborah Barchi, and Brian Lamacraft.
For a comprehensive look at all writer profiles, check out the attached story we share daily with our audience.
Interviews with Our Writers
I have begun interviewing our writers to gain insight into their creative processes. Here’s the first interview with Kevin Buddaeus; I hope you enjoy it!
If you're an ILLUMINATION writer interested in being interviewed, please submit a request through this link with "Interview Request" in the title. My goal is to include these interviews in our daily curation, fostering a stronger connection between our writers and readers.
What Did Our Writers Create Today?
Our writers have produced an array of eclectic stories today. Let’s help these narratives reach a broader audience—your comments increase our visibility! Attached is a compilation of today’s stories from ILLUMINATION.
New Additions to ILLUMINATION
Today, we welcomed 24 new writers to our community, bringing our total to over 700. A heartfelt welcome to: 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, MaryJo Wagner.
Requests are coming in from various channels, and some may be overlooked. If you applied previously and haven’t yet joined our publication, please resubmit your request using this link; I will ensure timely inclusion.
New writers are encouraged to join our Slack channel for discussions and collaborations with fellow inspiring authors. We cover topics like editorial standards, Medium policies, content quality, and improving writing skills. To request an invitation, please use this link and write "Request for Slack" in the subject line.
For further information about our publication, please refer to our FAQ document, which includes submission guidelines.
Articles from ILLUMINATION Featured on Medium Topics
Today, nine articles from ILLUMINATION were distributed across various Medium topics, showcasing the hard work of our writers. Congratulations to everyone involved!
- An article by Rosennab on #relationships
- An article by Darryl Brooks on #marketing and #social media
- An article by Dr. Caroline Figueroa on #sexuality and #mental health
- An article by Christopher D. Connors on #self and #productivity
- An article by Sofia Yassine on #self and #mental health
- An article by Joanna Henderson on #race and #equality
- An article by Kim Petersen on #self and #mindfulness
- An article by Viktor Marchev on #creativity and #cannabis
- An article by Eira Braun-Labossiere on #food
Featured Articles
Today, we showcased six stories from our talented writers on the front page of our publication for 24 hours: Ellen Clardy, Ph.D., Dr. John Rose, Timothy Key, Carmen Fong, MD, Joe Luca, and Michael Patanella.
Commitment to Content Quality
Our writers are aware of our commitment to excellence. We aim to enhance the quality of our stories to offer an engaging reading experience. Quality improvement is an ongoing journey, and I’ve noticed a positive trend in the caliber of our narratives.
New writers, please remember to proofread your submissions for spelling and grammatical errors. We have volunteer editors available for proofreading, especially for those from non-English speaking backgrounds; you can find them in our Slack channel. One recommended proofreading tool is Grammarly.
To expedite the publication of your stories, please ensure you cite your photos, as this is a Medium policy requirement. For guidance, refer to this article by our editor Timothy Key.
ILLUMINATION Social Media Presence
We actively share our stories on several platforms. We encourage all new writers to join and follow us on:
- Blogs
Invitation to Aspiring Writers
If you're interested in becoming part of our thriving publication, please reach out through this link. We curate valuable content for our readers, enhancing visibility and awareness of our work. Additionally, we promote Medium articles on social media to attract new readers and subscribers.
If you’ve applied previously and haven’t yet been added, please try again by contacting me directly, as some messages can be lost.
For more information, check out Timothy Key's article on writer invitations.
With over 700 writers now, our diversity continues to grow. We aim to reach millions with our insightful content globally.
We are proud to be the fastest-growing publication on Medium.
You can also enjoy our writers' stories syndicated to our external magazine through the attached link, making it easy for you to access our valuable content anytime, anywhere.