Anne Lamott wrote: “Most of us figure out by a certain age–some of us later than others–that life unspools in cycles, some lovely, some painful, but in no predictable order. So you could have lovely, painful, and painful again, which I think we all agree is not fair. You don’t have to like it, and Read the full article…

1. Never open a book with weather.
2. Avoid prologues.
3. Never use a verb other than “said” to carry dialogue.
4. Never use an adverb to modify the verb “said” …he admonished gravely.
5. Keep your exclamation points under control. You are allowed no more than two or three per 100,000 words of prose.
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Today, I offer the Artist’s Prayer. The author is unknown, but greatly appreciated. O Great Creator, Allow me to be of greater service to you and others. I offer myself to you as an instrument. I welcome your guidance and ideas. I trust that you will lead me. I trust that it is safe to Read the full article…