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To dare is to lose one’s footing momentarily. To not dare is to lose oneself. -Soren Kierkegaard I have been thinking quite a bit about fear lately. The reason? I’ve been scared to death! I’m working on a TREEbook at the request of my publisher. It’s a new technology—an app for reading an e-book. The … [Read more…]
Lori Devoti, the wise woman woman who’s behind this whole HowToWriteShop brilliance, once said something to me I’ve never forgotten. Lori is well-known for her straight-talk, and her no-holds-barred honesty in telling you how she thinks things are. Whenever she talks about goals or plotting (real-life or storytelling), she is very quick to say, “You … [Read more…]
Last week I wrote about accountability and how to hook up with outside sources to help you keep your writing on track (and make writing buddies in the process). If you missed it, you can read it here: The Accountability Factor. Now let’s talk what you can do right now and for yourself. Face it, … [Read more…]
The beginning of a new year is a great time to bring new focus to your work and to your professional obligations. Here are a few things to consider as you move forward in 2013, flourishing as a freelancer. – Take some time to evaluate your work and progress. What things worked, what didn’t? Did … [Read more…]
Add aspects to your writing and story that you don’t yet know exists. Connect your inner world to inspirations from the outer world and see what brilliant “third thing” surfaces for you!