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The Exponential Curve

All successful careers follow an exponential curve.

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Building a Writer’s Mind

Writing a novel is like lifting 500 pounds. Training for it takes longer than actually doing it.

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Being Futsu

"Futsu" is an overlooked word but essential in Japanese fiction.

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Koyashi

One word can ruin the translation of a literary work.

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Read, Read, Read

If you are a published writer, no matter how crappy you are, people will automatically assume that you know Faulkner by heart. Even if you specialize in YA novels, you will be expected to have intelligent opinions on Proust and Joyce. Of course all writers are supposed to be able to quote at least a few … Continue reading Read, Read, Read →

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