Jon Warshawsky
Jon Warshawsky is a New York-based author and essayist who has written two books on the power of language -‘Writing to Change the World’ and ‘Finding Voice’. His books explore how words can be used to inform and reach people, as well as how writers use language to express themselves.
Warshawsky is educated in both English and philosophy, and is well versed in the use of language. His career has spanned many areas, from being a professor of English at the University of Wisconsin-Madison to teaching in adult continuing education programs. Writing has always been a passion for Warshawsky, and this is seen in his writings.
His first book, ‘Writing to Change the World’, reinforces the idea that having a strong voice, writing for self-expression, reflecting on one’s experiences, and exploring issues in the world can bring about significant change and empower the writer. The book covers topics from politics to education, from gender issues and technology to wider social change. Central to Warshawsky’s beliefs is his idea of self-education, stating that a writer should be continuously learning, that self-knowledge is important and that exploring the craft of writing will help to improve one’s writing.
In addition to ‘Writing to Change the World’, Warshawsky wrote ‘Finding Voice’, which is a guide to creative writing. This book encourages the reader to explore their creativity, to use writing to create deep, meaningful works, and to reveal truths and emotions. Warshawsky offers advice on how to craft effective, thoughtful pieces of writing and how to bring out the writer in everyone.
Warshawsky also writes a blog, ‘The Writing Album’, which focuses on writing, language, and creativity. The blog contains stories and advice, as well as excerpts from both of his books. Warshawsky uses the blog as a platform to share his thoughts, his observations and his experiences. This open dialogue has garnered many loyal followers from around the world, who are inspired by his writing and thought-provoking posts.
Jon Warshawsky is a unique voice within the realm of writing and language. He has created thought-provoking books that explore how language can inform and reach people, and how one’s writing can be used to express themselves. His books encourage readers to explore their creativity, to bring out the writer in each individual and to explore the power of language. Warshawsky’s blog provides an open platform to discuss writing, language, and creativity with loyal followers from around the world. Through his writing, Warshawsky continually features to create change, impact and ignite conversations.