Wed: Writing Tip # 3 Mistakes I've Made

This list was compiled based on my own experience of the last 18 years as a memoir writer and as a writer seeking publication. Of course you won't make any of these mistakes! But perhaps you know a writer or two who will. Pass it on.

• Overestimate their writing ability—don't work hard enough on craft
• Look for the easy way out
• Trust the opinions of friends/family/spouses/kids
• Do not seek professional advice
• Do not invest in learning.
ie: will not part w/money for good teachers, workshops, books & advice.
• Only think about being finished
• Give up too early
• Worry about "not getting published"
• Don't read enough
• Procrastinate


This list and an expanded list of 27 ways to procrastinate are over on the teaching site! Go visit and leave your comment.