Writer's Block

Autumn is often a time of reflection. This fall issue of Writer’s Block looks inward to the type of words we choose to express ourselves and the punctuation we use to shape our writing. In the feature, Dalya Goldberger examines the prevalence and consequences of metaphors such as "soup nazi," while in this issue’s essay, Lorie Boucher looks at the lighter side of punctuation and what it says about who we are.

	Soup Nazi — Exploitation or Preservation? Writer’s Block Managing Editor Dalya Goldberger asks whether the acceptance — and prevalence — of the term "soup nazi" reflects our underlying awareness of the horrific events that gave birth to the metaphor.
	I Punctuate; Therefore, I Am Does the punctuation we use — and overuse — reveal something about our personalities? Thankfully, Contributing Editor Lorie Boucher’s Punctuation Personality Indicator (PPI) removes the mystery and conveniently slots all of the world’s personalities into nine categories.
	The Quest for Work Keeping Your Eyes and Ears Open Will Go a Long Way Toward Keeping You Busy Consulting work is not easy to come by, especially if you’re a freelancer. Learn how nurturing existing clients can result in more business.
	Instruments of Expression: Bells, Drums, and a Horn Origins Guy joins a band.
	Ashes to Stourhead The love between a woman and her husband transcends space and time.
	The Turkey