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“Finally, if you want to write, you have to just shut up, pick up a pen, and do it. I'm sorry there are no true excuses. This is our life. Step forward. Maybe it's only for ten minutes. That's okay. To write feels better than all the excuses.”

Quote by Natalie Goldberg

Book:Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within

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Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within

This book serves as a comprehensive resource for writers, providing practical tools and exercises to foster creative expression and improve writing abilities. It explores various aspects of the writing process, including brainstorming, drafting, revising, and editing. more

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Natalie Goldberg

Natalie Goldberg is an American author recognized for her work at the intersection of Zen Buddhism and creative writing. Born in 1948, she has authored several books that delve into the fusion of mindfulness and writing, with 'Writing Down the Bones' being particularly influential. more

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