It’s ‘one of those Horrible Truths’ few writers want to think about
Behold, I share with you a mystery.
Ready?
The secret to writing is … writing!
That’s it. Apply butt to chair and fingers to keyboard, or hand to pen to paper, and write.
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Ursula K. Le Guin on How to Become a Writer
Like Olympians who don’t make the podium, writers also encounter disappointment
As I tuned in to the 2024 Summer Olympics over the past two weeks to watch incredible athletes from around the world who had devoted their lives, or much of it, to perfecting their skills, and to revel in the success of the very few who achieved medals for their efforts, I also thought about those who did not make it to the podium.
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Andy writes! 