[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion... And, of course, the more welcoming the page, the more likely someone will choose to read the text contained therein. I only wish I had had more time to do that here. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein

[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion...any sort of consistent rhythm or pattern, and make the paragraphs as long as possible. It is said that variety is the spice of life. It's also the spice of prose. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein

[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion...getting your work done. Any other techniques for avoiding procrastination that others would like to offer? My guess is that we'd all benefit from such advice. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein

[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion...Lee how he deals with that sort of thing. Lee's response: "I'm my own biggest fan. You have to be." I'll grumble and fuss over my own work, thank you very much. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein

[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion...Lee how he deals with that sort of thing. Lee's response: "I'm my own biggest fan. You have to be." I'll grumble and fuss over my own work, thank you very much. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein

[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion...any sort of consistent rhythm or pattern, and make the paragraphs as long as possible. It is said that variety is the spice of life. It's also the spice of prose. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein

[Rule quoted from Robert's Rules of Writing: 101 Unconventional Lessons Every Writer Needs to Know by Robert Masello (Writer's Digest Books, 2005). See my original post for the rules of this discussion... 1. Solicit the opinions of people you trust. 2. Never take any advice that destroys the heart of your story. Because in the end, it's your story, and no one else's. Copyright © Michael A. Burstein