After the Conference

Its value depends on your response.

I returned after four days at a writers conference. I unpacked my bags, then took the afternoon and evening off to relax.

The next morning I listed nine follow-up points I need to take — starting today. I’ve already crossed off three. As soon as I write this (item four), I’ll begin tackling the fifth.

I don’t want to be like … Continue reading

What’s Your Pace?

Writing is not a race.

How many words did you add to your writing project this week? More than your critique partner added to hers?

Who cares? So long as you’re progressing, your pace on this stretch doesn’t matter.

Awhile back, my wife and I enjoyed a three-day getaway in the mountains west of Denver. Each day we hiked about three miles. But for each hike we … Continue reading

Mentor, Colleague, Student

You can be all three.

by Andy Scheer

I saw that principle applied this weekend at the Denver Jazz Club. The performances included not only a top local band and one from Denver University, but also the club’s group of all-star high schoolers.

The high schoolers get top-notch instruction, and they’re learning — and how! … Continue reading