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  • I believe that part of the problem lies in the perception of the issue as a "block." I...ur subconscious, which happens more easily when the brain is in a more relaxed mode.
  • These are such terrific ideas! What a generous and creative group you gathered together! Parties for Parity sounds like a fine idea. We should do one in NYC. What do you think?
  • Thanks for those ideas!  I appreciate it. 
  • Great piece! I think every writer has their doubts from time to time. I struggle with a lot of different aspects of it, including being a single mom of three with what...
  • A good friend + some good ideas = a great book party.
  • Thanks to Cate Warren for saying how swimming helps her think!  Can anyone solve the problem of how to jot down ideas in the pool?
  • Looking back, I feel that when I've tried to push myself too hard it hasn't worked.  The secret for me has been to be receptive, to allow ideas to catch me unawares ra...
  • Another 40+ debut author here, Kamy. Mine came out when I was 48. I completely agree with your recitation of the benefits of being an older writer--namely, experience....
  • Jen, this is so terrific. Being in the midst of writing the business plan for She Writes and deep into the changing publishing landscape, I found your analysis spot-on...
  • Ellen T. McKnight commented on her article Foibles and Fixes
    Thanks so much for your comments. I love these other ideas. Poetry always helps - writers understand better than anyone the healing touch of insightful words. There's something special about writers helping writers. Thanks again!