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The Writer’s Life: The importance of solitude and fresh air

“…a writer works alone, indoors, in a room, on a chair, with the door shut.  Any young person who wonders what his or her chances are of becoming a writer ought to assess their ability to deal with solitude and, figuratively speaking, an entire working life thrashing around in inspissated darkness.  It has been said [...]

Finding your peak working hours

Your peak hours are the times of the day when you are most creative and focused.  During these hours, you get more work done compared to the rest of the day.  Many writers recognize their own need to work during these hours, implementing a schedule that works around them.
I recently read an article on James [...]

The Myth of Talent

When I decided that I wanted to learn how to draw, I was studying in one of the most prestigious universities in the country - and I say that with a bit of mockery.  I don’t believe in prestige, in fact I find it laughable.  Especially since the university’s policy of accepting only the best [...]