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Writers, this material is especially for you!

Writers are a special breed, so when it comes to giving out advice, what applies to other people doesn't necessarily work for us. That's why the best source of advice and information for a writer is a fellow writer.  We understand each other's trials and challenges. We share each other's sensitivities and dreams. The articles listed here are from writer to writer, from my heart to yours,  in the very real hope that my professional experience and personal enthusiasm can remove even one small pebble from your path as a writer.

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Creative Work Isn’t Found-- It’s Made   Jobs for creative people almost never show up in the Help Wanted ads. That means people gifted with the ability to write, draw or entertain must make their own opportunities.

Professional Writers Dance Between Passionate and Impersonal  Learning to survive in the marketplace requires some fancy emotional footwork. Read these tips for raising your writer's emotional I.Q.

Writers Can Grow To Be Comfortable With Criticism  No one likes to be criticized, but learning to cope with it can help you mature as both a writer and a person. This article was first published in Creativity Portal. They're a great resource for creative people of every ilk. You can read it on their web site by clicking here. Creativity Portal/Criticism or read it on this site by clicking on the title.

Think INSIDE The Box To Balance Creativity and Accomplishments Too much thinking outside the box can shortcut your career.

Create An Unforgettable Character: YOU!  Making yourself memorable pays off big time with editors and publishers.

U Don't Have 2 Write Good To Get Published  Put aside false beliefs that prevent you from pursuing publication.

Deadlines Can Be A Writer's Best Friend  Embrace those deadlines. They can make you a better writer and an editor's delight. This article was originally written for Creativity Portal. You can read it on that site by clicking on Creativity Portal/Deadline  or read it here by clicking on the title.

Is Your Writing In A Rut? The way out of a rut is to back up and go around!

Publish Or Perish?   Not being published can actually be a blessing.