On Being a Writer

I used to be hesitant when referring to myself as a writer because, let’s face it, from what we see around people are giving themselves that honor if they as much as created a page on facebook where they post personal reflections. People, this is horrible, just unimaginable, and I can’t for the life let myself fall under that category.

To call yourself a writer, it’s not enough to write one book and then sit back and relax, watching people praise your book and your language (don’t believe ever...