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The Yule log is a pagan symbol with significant meaning in various cultures and traditions. It is particularly associated with the celebration of the winter solstice, known as Yule, which marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. The Yule log is usually a large and entire tree or tree trunk that is ceremoniously burned in a fireplace or bonfire. Its symbolism is multifaceted, often representing the cycle of life, rebirth, and the return of warmth and light. The Yule log has roots in ancient European and Scandinavian cultures, where it was believed to ward off evil spirits, bring good luck, and provide protection for the household throughout the winter season. It was also seen as a sacred representation of the divine within nature and the connection between the earth and the spiritual realm.

I was on the salesfloor this morning, doing a task that I occasionally do, surrounded by the books of the counter. You know those fun little distractions at the checkout. The ones that you pick up for hostess gifts, for that one person you never can buy for, and that “I need a treat and it might be Champlain Chocolate [so yummy], but my waist will thank me for a book instead” books. After finishing my task, instead of taking my normal route back to the stairs to get to the office I now work, I took a new one because I happened to notice the back of a book that was on a display and wanted to check it out. The pink cover and the black text had grabbed my attention and I had a minute to spare. After all, I might work behind the scenes, but I am still a bookseller (and of course lover) at heart.

Doylestown Books ask them to see if I can sign it, and I might be able to swing by and do exactly that, and in fact I may be soon in possession of bookplates also featuring Natalie s signature. Ridiculous in a good way is, WOW HEDGEHOGS CAN TALK NOW, THAT S CRAZY, AND ALL OF THEM HAVE DEEP, COMPLICATED THOUGHTS ABOUT SPACE TRAVEL, HOW RIDICULOUS.

It was also seen as a sacred representation of the divine within nature and the connection between the earth and the spiritual realm. The Yule log was typically chosen with care, often being cut from specific types of wood or seasoned for a certain period of time. It was then decorated with various symbols and offerings before being set alight.

Episode 352: You Can Do Anything, Magic Skeleton! – Interview with Chuck Wendig

Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing someone I have the honor of considering both a colleague and friend, Chuck Wendig.

Chuck is the New York Times bestselling author of Wanderers, Star Wars: Aftermath, the Miriam Black thrillers, and the Atlanta Burns books, as well as Zer0es and Invasive, alongside other works across comics, games, film, and more.

He was a finalist for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer and an alum of the Sundance Screenwriters Lab, and he served as the co-writer of the Emmy-nominated digital narrative Collapsus. He is also known for his popular blog, terribleminds, and he’s one of the few people I follow on Twitter and actually read what they post. He has also written books about writing such as Damn Fine Story, and today we’ll be talking about his latest book, a collection of inspirational nuggets titled: You Can Do Anything, Magic Skeleton!

In this episode Chuck Wendig and I discuss:

• The inspiration behind his latest book, which began as a series of tweets.
• How good writing subverts readers’ expectations in some way.
• Why you shouldn’t take any one piece of writing advice too seriously.

Plus, his #1 tip for writers.

About Chuck Wendig

Chuck Wendig is the New York Times bestselling author of Wanderers, Star Wars: Aftermath, the Miriam Black thrillers, the Atlanta Burns books, and Zer0es and Invasive, alongside other works across comics, games, film, and more. He was a finalist for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer and an alum of the Sundance Screenwriters Lab, and he served as the co-writer of the Emmy-nominated digital narrative Collapsus. He is also known for his popular blog, terribleminds, and books about writing such as Damn Fine Story. He lives in Pennsylvania with his family.

You can find Chuck on his website or follow him on Twitter and Instagram.

You Can Do Anything, Magic Skeleton!

In the tradition of inspirational pick-me-ups like Lin-Manuel Miranda and Johnny Sun’s G’Morning, G’Night but with a Calvin & Hobbesian sensibility comes this whimsically nerdy spin, illustrated by Natalie Metzger, on motivating folks into getting creative and “DOING THE THINGS.”

For several years, Chuck has crafted hilarious and inspirational thoughts of the day–they might begin with an optimistic salvo, but inevitably and mirthfully detour into the demon-summoning, robot-making, or confirming that humans are actually mythical hybrid creatures. Equal parts inspiring, sweet, and very funny, Wendig’s profane and imaginative galvanizing quips in You Can Do Anything, Magic Skeleton! are sure to amp up readers and motivate them to get things done.

If you decide to check out the book, we hope you’ll do so via this Amazon affiliate link, where if you choose to purchase via the link DIY MFA gets a referral fee at no cost to you. As always, thank you for supporting DIY MFA!

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I had no end goal for this. I know some people feel that tweets like these are performative, but I mean, yeah? Obviously? The fuck do you think I’m doing on social media? Once upon a time Twitter may have been a water cooler but it has for a good long while now become a stage, and we’re all on it. Thing is, the performance so to speak was always an earnest one. I did it because I liked it and I hoped other people liked it too. That was the only aim.

The lighting of the Yule log was a significant ritual, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and the rebirth of the sun. The ashes of the previous year's Yule log were often kept and used to light the new log, symbolizing the continuity of traditions and the passing of the seasons. The burning log would provide warmth and light for the household, fostering a sense of community and celebration during the cold winter months. In addition to its symbolic significance, the Yule log also held practical uses. Its slow-burning nature provided a long-lasting source of heat, and the ashes were believed to have protective and fertilizing properties. Some cultures would scatter the ashes in fields or gardens to ensure a bountiful harvest in the coming year. Today, the Yule log is still celebrated and honored in various ways by modern pagans and those who embrace pagan traditions. While the specific rituals and symbolism may vary, the underlying themes of light, renewal, and connection with nature remain consistent. The Yule log serves as a reminder of the cyclical nature of life and the importance of celebrating and embracing the changing seasons..

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