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A “funny” thing happened at my routine check-up the other day...

We all know that driving and operating heavy machinery under the influence are both no-nos. But what about writing under the influence? You be the judge.

Creativity and inspiration are essential facets of being an artist. But the two are very different, and the latter isn’t as easy to come by as you might think.

One of the most important aspects of writing is making time to do it. It truly is an imperative part of the process.

If the first axiom in writing is to write what you know, the second, sometimes more difficult adage is that writing is rewriting.

What do somewhat-forced blogging, a drunken muse, and Tuesdays spent staring at a blank screen with a blog deadline looming have in common? I’ve been told it’s the artist’s way.

Dammit, Jim! I’m a writer, not a doctor!

Like everyone else, I blame the eclipse for my digressions, my forgetfulness, and I can’t remember what else.

Do you have what it takes to be a writer? To ride the emotional roller coaster that is the craft?

I’m getting ready to start my next book, from a whole new, third person perspective. It’s different from what I typically write, so wish me luck.