One of my literary heroes is Walter Wangerin, Jr. He answered an important question of mine that I think might encourage you.
I asked, “Does it bother you that you don’t have control over the story that sells the most or what people will remember you for?”
I believe the answer will send you back to the page.
I’m excited about some of the things we’re offering as we pass the 1-year mark of Hey, You Can Write! You’ll be seeing interviews and conversations with people as well as on-screen tutorials. All of this is designed to help you gain momentum.
You only need so many words. Others are useless or redundant. Join me as I uncover pleonasms in my “past history.” I’m hoping I can quell the fear you have about making this mistake—you will make it. Will you catch it before you hit SEND? That’s the important question.
I received a gift at Christmas that has been a real kick in the pants. Part of the strength of the book is how universal “Resistance” is to those who want to write, paint, sing or do any creative act. Perhaps a few thoughts from the book will encourage your writing today.
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