Posts by Stephen R Madden

Pleonasms – 1

What are pleonasms? They are redundant redundancies! A pleonasm, as defined by Dictionary.com, is “the use of more words than necessary to express an idea.” Such as “redundant redundancies.” They are difficult to spot because of habits we have formed in our speech patterns, particularly when we believe using more words (adjectives in particular) provides clarity…

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Coronavirus and Quarantine

These days are interesting, to say the least.  It is certainly a difficult time for those who have suffered from the Coronavirus, and many have passed.  Quarantine resulting from the threat of Coronavirus is challenging on many fronts.  In my anecdotal experience, most of the people I know are handling it well.  Some are a…

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My Thoughts on Book 1

Well it has taken a very long time, a lot of growth and learning, and seemingly the patience of Job to finally have this book ready for the public. My first thought:  WHEW! It took a long time to get here.  Those who have said publishing a book is a ton of work had it…

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