Should You Write That Book? Well, Maybe Not Just Yet

By Dinty W. Moore

Those of us who have survived six or seven decades wandering around this imperfect planet are regularly encouraged to make our bucket list—things we want to do before we kick the bucket—and for many people the list includes: “Write a book, tell my story.”

I get it!

If you’ve lived an adventurous life, or leapt over numerous hurdles, or conquered an intractable demon, your story is important—and what could be better than sharing it on the page? I’ve made it through ...