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The Luck of the Irish Writer
On St. Patrick’s Day, all writers are a wee bit Irish.
New Book, New War Plan
Starting a new novel is like planning a war campaign. Strategy is everything.
Namastay at My Computer
Yoga and writing are my practices, and each informs the other.
My Favorite Books on Writing
One of the most common questions I get from aspiring authors is, “Which books on writing should I read?” Here are my favorite books on writing.
“There’s No Crying in Publishing!” (and other baseball rules of writing that work for me)
In summer, I adapt the philosophies and paradoxes of America’s favorite pastime to my own favorite pastime—writing.
Top 10 Lessons Writers Can Learn from Mad Men
From an iconic series come timeless lessons.
The Art of Gifting Books
Books make the best gifts. And giving books is good reading for the receiver, good business for the industry, and good karma for the giver.
Top 11 Writings to Give Thanks For
Happy Thanksgiving! In the spirit of the season, I’d like to give thanks to books, my friends old and new. Here are the top eleven writings for which I’d like to give thanks for.
Speaking of Talking
When I was a girl, I talked to myself all the time. I had no choice.