Category: Writing Life
To Write Unhindered
The most frustrating thing* about being a writer (or a musician, graffiti artist, cake decorator, tennis player, etc.) is that you can’t write whenever and…
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My Love Affair With the Deadline
My love affair with the deadline has been a long, rich romance. My first exposure to the deadline was as a young project manager. In…
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Considering a Character
Writers are often asked about their characters. Which is your favorite? Did you miss Jimmy when you finished the first book? Do you talk to…
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A Man Who Could Only Look Back
An elderly fellow came into the office one recent afternoon to visit. He’d been told he had about two months to live. His wife brought…
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Fiction In 11 Font
Why do I type my long form fiction in an 11 font? The 11 font has become part of the Feng Shui of my work,…
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