David, as a fellow Goodreads author I know that my questions won't necessarily be published. Hi! I'm glad you liked one of my recent reviews; haven't heard from you for a while. Yesterday I sent out my monthly newsletter, quoting, and riffing off of, some of what you wrote here in your "advice for aspiring writers" -- might I email it to you? My email is roserosetree@verizon.net. Best wishes.