Online Reading and Comprehension Series

A new online learning series by NDM Writingservice is now available to follow. Enjoy the readings of classic English-language literature, and then listen to brief analysis. Each era and period of the literature will be explored over time, so make sure not to miss any installments.

Here are links to the first vidoes:

The Right Pen for Write Work

Nothing is worse for a writer than having the wrong writing pen to do an ink on paper job. A too thick or thin handle will make it hard to grip. Less than smooth pen tips increase the lack of comfort by forcing the user to drag the ink along the paper. It doesn’t take very long for the hands and wrists to burn with the forced effort of putting thoughts to paper. The hands become tired a lot faster than the brain, destroying any rhythm achieved by the busy writer. Because of this, it can be important to decide if a ballpoint or a fountain pen is a better personal choice.



The fountain pen represents the early days of ink and is surging in use among enthusiasts. They are descended from reed and quill pens often associated with candlelight letter writing. There is a certain prestige associated with their use that a now common ballpoint doesn’t carry. Unlike the first ink writing utensils that required the messy dipping of an inkwell, the fountain pen has an internal liquid container. Even more enticing for the discerning scribe is the different styles of metal nibs. They can range from fine to broad nibs for different drawn line sizes. Better yet, all of the pen can be taken apart and put together with parts desired by the owner. Interchange the nib for different needs without replacing the whole pen. Most of all, many users feel the writing is consistently smoother than the ballpoint counterparts.



Despite the wonderful acclaim of a fountain pen, many writers still consider the ballpoint pen more user friendly. They might not have time to refill an internal bladder or clean it out before the ink becomes dry. A ballpoint pen is not as messy when the lid is off the point. They are also ubiquitous when the pen runs out of ink or breaks. All a writer has to do is go to the nearest store and buy one without the hassle or higher price for purchase. Perhaps there is not as much versatility, but the desired smoothness or grip can still be found after careful brand and style experimentation. Practicality might be more important than elegance. The muse and comfort can decide.

English Language Tutoring

Learning a new language, or even a familiar one to improve upon, takes time and patience. Reading books can be a step in the right direction, but a mentor puts it all into usable context. Even when taking classes a teacher doesn’t have time to attend to the needs of all the students. Sometimes a student needs more help than an educator has time. That is when a tutor can step in and give the one on one care that might otherwise be lacking. It can determine success for failure, or just an increased grade

School isn’t the only place or means of learning. Going to college can be expensive and if not an native English speaker a daunting task where that is the main language. Tutoring English as a Second Language can include the writing, editing, and resourcing all at once. A main goal is that a non-native English speaker can be taught enough to become independent and understood. Perhaps they need material read to them and explained in a way that they are able to use the information.
 
Every time literary and other courses become available to increase knowledge of English writing the books taught will be of historical importance or often taught in a school setting. Homeschoolers and their teachers might be interested in using them in their own lessons. Perhaps there are history, literary, science, or other English writing related topics that a teacher would like to have a lesson prepared for them. That is certainly an option for the busy teacher. Students can even request a topic to be developed for their learning. Just be aware it can be time consuming, depending on the required depth of the subject.