Tag: writing a book
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“American Idol,” a Mirror for Writers
As I’ve watched “American Idol,” I’ve felt a pang of recognition in the artists’ commitment to creating something that’s authentic to their style yet having to adapt to industry standards of success. These vocalists and musicians are quite raw in the beginning of the season, but with coaching, coiffing, and cajoling rise as stars. I’m…
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Books are gifts year round
Imagine Stephen King talking to you, giving you advice about writing. He’d tell you that writing isn’t about being famous or making money. In the beginning of his career, with rejection letters from publishers landing in his mailbox, he was neither. He’d say, “In the end, it’s about enriching the lives of those who will…
