successful writing

This is the final installment (so far) in this series on the commandments of being a successful writer. You can catch up on the first two at these links: 10 Commandments, Part 1 and 10 Commandments, Part 2.  This week, we’ll look at dealing with envy, developing patience, setting goals, and never giving …

This week I’m beginning a three blog series on this subject. Recently, someone asked me what it takes to be a successful writer. My answer was work, lots of work. And it got me to thinking deeper about being a writer. Success does require work—putting our butts in the chair …