Essays & Reflections
The Quiet Art of Paying Attention
In an age of distraction, the practice of paying attention — truly noticing the world around us — is both quietly...
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Browse all articles, essays, and creative pieces by Amy C. Davey — covering personal reflections, professional insights, and creative work.
Professional Insights
Building a Writing Habit That Actually Sticks
Sustainable writing habits aren't built on willpower — they're built on smart design. Here's how to create a practice...
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Creative Work
Portrait of a City at 6 A.M.
A lyrical portrait of city life in the early morning hours — the light, the solitude, and the strange cast of...
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Life & Lifestyle
Slow Travel: The Case for Staying Longer
Moving faster doesn't mean seeing more. A case for slow travel — staying long enough in one place that it stops...
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Essays & Reflections
On Changing Your Mind in Public
Changing your mind publicly is treated as weakness. It shouldn't be. A reflection on intellectual honesty, the fear of...
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Professional Insights
How to Pitch Your Writing: A Practical Guide for Emerging Writers
Pitching your writing doesn't have to be mysterious. A practical, honest guide to writing pitches that editors actually...
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