Malky McEwan
Bio
Curious mind. Author of three funny memoirs. Top writer on Quora and Medium x 9. Writing to entertain, and inform. Goal: become the oldest person in the world (breaking my record every day).
Stories (75/0)
There Really Is a Magic Money Tree (Of Sorts)
There is a saying, ‘It takes money to make money.’ — Origin unknown It’s not true. All you need is a reasonable idea and to roll up your sleeves and make it happen — unless you are a bank, then it is partially true. You see, banks can create money out of thin air.
By Malky McEwan6 months ago in Trader
12 Super Quick Puzzles You Can Amuse Your Friends With
I saw a sports car rear-ending an ice cream van. I stopped to make sure the occupants weren’t injured. They were fine. The problem was the sports car had lodged itself under the ice cream van, and we couldn’t move them off the road. I phoned the police to attend and asked if there was anything else I could do.
By Malky McEwan7 months ago in Humor
Challenge Your Creative Writing Skills with this Devious Test
In 1585, William Shakespeare disappeared off the face of the earth for seven puzzling years. Those lost years have had scholars scouring the records for the bard’s signature but to no avail. It’s a mystery.
By Malky McEwan7 months ago in Writers
There's More Than One Way to Become a Successful Writer
“What have you been up to since I last saw you, Brian?” “I’m glad you asked,” he said. “I’ve been meaning to speak to you for a while. I’ve been writing a book and I need your advice.” “That’s easy,” I said. “You can either be Harper Lee or George Donald.” “Why?” “Because they have one important thing in common.”
By Malky McEwan7 months ago in Writers
The Purpose of this Article is to Grant You a Superpower
“What do you want, Geo…”. It took me a second to realise George wasn’t behind me when I got to the bar. I looked back and saw him by the door, smiling like a lemon shark. He’d taken four steps into the pub and stopped.
By Malky McEwan7 months ago in Motivation
The Most Revealing Trait in Our Human Nature
Long walks, workouts, quizzes, scrabble, cocktails, film nights, wine tasting, cake baking, fancy dress, cooking, navel-gazing, falling out, making up, afternoon naps, clapping at six, long baths, murders and staring openmouthed at the news.
By Malky McEwan7 months ago in Families
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