The work never matches the dream of perfection the artist has to start with.

Writing is only boring to the people who are boring themselves.

Forget all the rules. Forget about being published. Write for yourself and celebrate writing.

"It's tougher than Himalayan yak jerky on january. But, as any creative person will tell you, there are days when there's absolutely nothing sweeter than creating something from nothing. "

Close the door. Write with no one looking over your shoulder. Don't try to figure out what other people want to hear from you; figure out what you have to say. It's the one and only thing you have to offer.