Recommended: Bird By Bird

There’s a part of me that can’t believe I’ve been writing this blog for over three years and have only mentioned this book once. My relationship with Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life began way before that. Yes, it’s categorized as a book on writing and there is a lot of solid information on the process (and perils) of the writing life.

HOWEVER (in ALL CAPS!), there is a lot here that is applicable to other artistic pursuits, to business, and to life, most importantly the lesson contained in the title. Chapters such as “Shitty First Drafts,” ”False Starts,” and “Radio KFKD” are also easily applied to the non-writing life and will give great comfort whenever you embark on, slog through, and try to wrap up any project.

Also of note is Anne Lamott’s dry wit, which makes all of the wisdom go down easily and since she displays the basest, least attractive qualities and impulses a person can have, she makes you feel better about your lesser self.

All this in 240 pages. Order your copy today!

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