Narrative nonfiction stands out when it is true, artful, emotionally honest, and socially or personally meaningful. It doesn’t just inform—it transforms. As a writer, this is my aspiration.

Each week, I challenge myself to write a 500- to 700-word mini-essay based on a single word. Rather than selecting a word in advance, inspiration arrives unexpectedly—often sparked by reading, a conversation, or something I’ve seen or experienced. That spark leads to research, reflection, and writing.

“Your sacred space is where you can find yourself again and again.” - Joseph Campbell.

The photo is my sacred space within an old barn at home.

Happy Reading,

Bruce MacNaughton