Michael Ray and Brendon Dorn

Words in and of themselves have no power unless they are presented in such a way as to convey a message. It is when they are viewed through a filter, whether the filter of technology or restructuring or manipulation, that they are given their power. Every time an envelope is pushed and a boundary broken, there becomes a new boundary.

Art and writing is a radical expression, not for the weak hearted or the drone. The man who stays in the confines of his box and keeps plucking the same note, keeps writing the same way without change, will not leave an impact on anyone. Pushing and changing and adapting to technology requires athletic stamina and commitment.

It is not enough to just experiment with form. One must master it, then move onto the next level. Communication is key. There is no check box for the writer--no do it this way and then you are done. Understand how to manipulate form. Find out what the ceiling is and then break through. Define what the future of writing and communication looks like for you.