Tag Archives: writing discipline

Paper Tigers

Posted on November 9, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“Most days, I don’t feel like running until I start running.” Tom Fleming Tom Fleming is a two-time winner of the NYC Marathon. He ran from 130 to 150 miles per week during the height of his athletic career. That’s … Continue reading →

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Hard Work

Posted on February 10, 2011 by karinwritesdangerously

“No tears and the writer, no tears and the reader.” Robert Frost “What is written without effort is in general read without pleasure.” Samuel Johnson What an exciting evening! I was lucky enough to hop on a train with my … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Lover

Posted on September 28, 2010 by karinwritesdangerously

“And Charlie, don’t forget about what happened to the man who suddenly got everything he ever wanted. He lived happily ever after.” Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory I love reading about successful writers: their tough childhoods and miserable … Continue reading →

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Moat Vote

Posted on September 9, 2010 by karinwritesdangerously

“Alligators in the moat” — that’s how my dear friend Linda, who has a wonderful way with words, once described what I needed to get my writing in gear. She meant that I had to insulate myself so I could … Continue reading →

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The Fixer

Posted on September 6, 2010 by karinwritesdangerously

Recently, I received a really nice phone message from a friend thanking me for giving her some help on a project. It’s the kind of call that makes your day, but I should really be thanking her because she gave … Continue reading →

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