Being a writer

2-MINUTE EXERCISES FOR SCREEN SLAVES, No. 3

Be a healthier screen slave!

TWO-MINUTE EXERCISES FOR SCREEN SLAVES: No. 2

The first exercise was back-and-forth, this one is up-and-down, good to refresh circulation in the legs and get the heart pumping. Based on a Dao Yin exercise.

TWO-MINUTE EXERCISES FOR SCREEN SLAVES

This is the first of a series of exercises to help you be a pain-free screen slave. They are simple exercises that tone your neck, hands, eyes, and lower back. No equipment, special clothing, or space needed. For this first one, I’m indebted to Lee Holden.

Insomnia Overcome

A lot of my writing is done in my sleep – I wake up in the morning with the resolution of a challenge, a few choice words, a title to something, an idea for a new project, whatever.

Plagiarism — why I like it just a little bit

This is an unethical practice, but the business world is full of unethical practices. It is up to me to figure out a way to circumvent them.

Writing about other peoples' lives

Writing with the idea that “nobody will ever read it” would have been crippling. After publication, after a lawsuit has been filed, it’s too late to retract.

Cafes in California and Europe

I love European cafes. They are a place of refuge, companionship, and, most of all, escape. They are where you eat dessert.

Lisa Romeo Writes

When I was facing some stubborn obstacles writing my book, Lisa Romeo coached me through them and made me a stronger, more skilled writer. She teaches and coaches other writers as well, and writes delightful, touching essays herself. When she invited me to write a guest post on her blog, Lisa Romeo Writes, which gives “Tips, advice, andContinue reading “Lisa Romeo Writes”

What happens after publication?

I feel more than ever that one must just do good work, follow the bread crumbs, and enjoy the journey.