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Fifth Draft

Learning To Be A Professional Writer

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Robert Acosta

Robert Acosta is a former 5th grade teacher who wants to tell stories about Mexican kids who save the world. His freelance work appeared on George Takei’s family of websites, but now he’s a stay-at-home dad to twin sons and a toddler, all under the age of five, which means he survives on stories, caffeine, and showcasing his mediocre Pokemon battle skills.

Writing Skill-Grid: #2

Objectively, these two sentences both say the same thing. Our friend Jamie has an affinity for french fries.

Finding the Story, Part II

Part I HERE So, I became a teacher after college. Teaching was life and the kids in my 5th grade, 6th grade, and 4th grade classes were the biggest parts of that life. E.L.A. was my specialty (which stands for... Continue Reading →

Finding The Story, Part I

I'm in New York City right now, sitting on my brother and sister-in-law's couch, drinking a cup of coffee, and waiting to head out into the dreary, rainy weather. For someone from a desert climate, this is paradise. And needed,... Continue Reading →

Where I Work: #1

Instead, I have a few select spots I enjoy working in, and I'll share them from time to time.

Writing Skill-Grid: #1

So, as one of my writing warm-ups, I'll give myself a challenge of writing a basic, "packed" sentence and do what I can to "unpack" it.

Figuring Out What To Work On

It's been 2 years, and I finally decided to stop hiding behind my keyboard and launch my personal author site.

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