“Katagiri Roshi says: "Poor artists. They suffer very much. They finish a masterpiece and they are not satisfied. They want to go on and do another." Yes, but it's better to go on and do another if you have the urge than to start drinking and become alcoholic or eat a pound of good fudge and get fat.”
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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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