Kevin McCann
Storytelling one word at a time
Literary World
Keep up on how literature is changing the world.
The Classics still matter
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Until well into the twentieth century, all college students underwent a classical education. That is, studying ancient Greek and Latin literature, Mediterranean ancient history, and philosophy. Some of the world's greatest minds came from this education, and it's still a top choice today.
What to do when your writer’s muse hides under a bushel of fog
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The great enemy of the writer's pen: writer's block. It happens to every single one of us. I talk about long-term and short-term methods of how I deal with this annoyance.
Timeless Classics: Shared Memories in Children's Books and Media
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Watching Sesame Street, reading Winnie the Pooh: even people who have never met share memories of the stories we grew up with. I explore how these timeless classics stay with us forever.
Turn off the TV, pick up a book: How reading improves communication
The information age, while wonderful, has taken us away from reading meaningful content. Those who read more rather than listening or watching television tend to be better communicators. Why is this? I explore this topic in my first article of 2022.
Dungeons & Dragons: Storytelling brings us together​
Dungeons & Dragons is one of my current favorite hobbies. It's gained popularity over the recent years by bringing us together through a good story that the entire table partakes in. Check out my thoughts on it's rising popularity as a release for self-expression and imagination.
Why storytelling is a hot commodity
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In this week's article, I explain how you can bring storytelling to your organization and how it addresses people. This skill can take an organization to the next level.
Last time, I shared my steps on how to craft a story. Let's change gears and I'll show you ten things to avoid when storytelling.
The science of storytelling​
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I break down the main points of a carefully woven story. There's a certain formula to follow (although you should use your own flair) and I show you my five steps of telling a memorable story.
There is nothing quite like being transported to a new world of magic and mysticism. I take a look at a few of the most monumental authors and series in my favorite genre.
To be or not to be​
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Shakespeare impacted the English world more than almost any author, and I suggest a revisit to the classics by the Bard of Avon. Check out my list of must-read Shakespeare works.
My list of stories that shaped the globe into what we know it as today. This must-read list sticks with all of us, and should be a part of every bookshelf.
Stories encompass our everyday lives and connect us with others. The classic hero has been in our stories from the dawn of humanity and the earliest stories. What about the classic hero draws us in? How do we see the hero in our lives?