May 2010

The Gentle Art of Critique – Part 1 – Group, Partner, or Paid Escort – Find One

May 18, 2010

Nobody likes a critic. Critics are universally critical. But writers must allow others to read their work, eventually.  The sooner the better, otherwise, it’s tough to get any better.  But you can microwave your improvement with a tribe around you to help you shed, stretch, strut your words into publishing shape.  If not a team, then at least a [...]

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Essentials for Full-Time Writing – Are You Ready?

May 14, 2010

During the fall, winter, and spring, I run in the late morning. Come summer, I better get my shoes out early or find an indoor alternative.  It’s Texas.  And freakin hot.  Like Solomon said, “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” The same goes for full-time [...]

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