Tag Archives: Anne Lamott

Reading Rules!

Posted on February 15, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these small, flat, rigid squares of paper unfolds world after world after world, worlds that sing to you, … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on May 2, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

In honor of Independent Bookstore Day, a meditation on books from Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott: “For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these … Continue reading →

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Permission Granted!

Posted on January 6, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“I know some great writers, writers you love, who write beautifully and have made a great deal of money, and not one of them sits down routinely feeling wildly enthusiastic and confident. Not one of them writes elegant first drafts. … Continue reading →

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Joyous Bookaholics

Posted on October 13, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

“Everything I do all day, I do in preparation for my reading time. Give me a great novel or memoir, some tea and a cozy spot to curl up in, and I’m in heaven… Insight, information, knowledge, inspiration, power: All … Continue reading →

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Writing Resources

Posted on February 17, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

There’s so much advice out there: about what to write, how to write, how to sell what you write. It can seem overwhelming. But in the small ocean of books about writing, there are some that I’ve found to be … Continue reading →

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First Efforts

Posted on June 13, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“Almost all good writing begins with terrible first efforts. You need to start somewhere. Start by getting something — anything — down on paper. A friend of mine says that the first draft is the down draft — you just … Continue reading →

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