Motivational Friends and Family

"Tough love" comes in many forms.

Just keep writing. (And maybe cut back on the talking about writing.)

Editors: A Look Behind the Curtain

Can be a little, uh, disconcerting to actually meet an editor or visit a publishing office. On the other hand, you want someone to really know where and how you write? Yeah. I didn't think so.

Just keep writing. (And judge not lest ye . . . well, at least keep your opinions to yourself.)

Living with a Writer

Living with a writer has (more than) a few . . . challenges.

Just keep writing. (And showing kindness.)

Writer's block? Go for a walk

Writer's block? Take a walk. Stop thinking. (You can do that, right?) Something good will pop into your head.

Just keep writing. (And walking.)

The Sometimes Price of Honesty

Write what you want to write, but realize there can be consequences.

Just keep writing. (And know it's OK to be gentle.)

True Friends Tell You the Truth ... Gently

Having a friend or family member who's a writer has its own challenges.

Just keep writing. (And -- at least try to -- accept honest criticism without pouting.)

The Painful Art of Slashing...uh...Self-editing

Every final draft is, to one degree or another, a slasher story.

Just keep writing.