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I tried reading this last year and didn't get far because I was still on a newbie high of what are these people talking about. Writing is fun and easy and amazing. But that has since worn off and I came back to this and feel like it was a pat on the shoulder. Encouragement and reality check. I wasn't ready for it last year. But this year I am. It was pretty good tidbits

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emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

4.0

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5.0

This is about writing as a messy craft of life - an interesting book to read for insights into her life as an artist and also how to make art - but also why making art, why writing, is important. Why is it important we write our stories down? There were parts that made me glad I was not taking a creative writing class with her, but I definitely learned a lot from what she had to say.

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4.0

I really enjoyed this realistic look into Amy Lamont's experience with writing and publishing. I've underlined many passages to reread when I'm struggling or need a boost. Some good ideas for journaling. I recommend this highly, especially for beginning writers just heading into the trenches. And she's pretty funny and very frank.