Very moving and so true! Many writers go completely nuts trying to make things happen, to the point of wasting time, sacrificing friendships, etc. We need to keep perspective. In the end, all that matters is what you produce and how that makes you...

Great post--and a message we writers should all take to heart. Through reviews of my latest book (mostly favorable, thus far), I have learned that my pacing is a little slow; my ending a bit abrupt; and my main character not always likeable. This...

Try waiting after your book is released. That is beyond awful. LOL. In the meantime, I do not think it is rude to check in and ask your readers when they think they will get around to looking at your MS. Also, let them know that you invite their...