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A good story is like a motorcycle. All the parts move together and move forward. (7-8-99)
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Writer’s Hint: Characterization
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare To Be a Great Writer Let characters live in a constant state of “Scream!” (2/12/98)
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Writer’s Hint: Truth
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare To Be a Great Writer The first thing that gets sacrificed in the interest of good writing is the truth (2/26/98) ©Leonard Bishop
Writers Need Security, Freedom
by Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare to Be A Great Writer Physical cowards are always sensitive to immediate danger. It is now dangerous to teach writing in San Francisco and Berkeley. For the first time in my many years … Continue reading
Answers to Writing Questions
by Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare To Be A Great Writer Before addressing myself to letters I have received about questions on writing, I will first state my attitude. I read each letter carefully and regard each letter seriously. I’m … Continue reading
The Characters Don’t Write The Book
by Leonard Bishop When speaking before groups who are interested in writing–or a classroom of students–there are two questions I am always asked. Here are the questions, and my answers. “Is the hallmark of a genuine writing talent only when … Continue reading
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One Novel In The Life of a Writer’s Desk
by Leonard Bishop About 20 years ago, Boston University approached me with an offer to establish a “Leonard Bishop collection.” It would be placed among the other writers, artists, stage and screen performers they considered distinguished enough to be exhibited. … Continue reading
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Outlines: Mapquest for novelists, or soul-killing, oxygen-sucking waste of time?
Outlines: Mapquest for novelists, or soul-killing, oxygen-sucking waste of time?. (A great glimpse into how Leonard Bishop keeps affecting the lives of writers! )
Writers, Farmers: Two of a Kind
By Leonard Bishop I see the splendor of wheat fields sprawled throughout Kansas and I am stunned with wonder. I drive along the flat roads between cities and the green crops flow like an ocean beginning to fill … Continue reading
Writer’s Hint: Keeping the Readers Interested
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare To Be a Great Writer A reader’s interest is captured by what you tell them, not by what you promise to tell them. (11/5/98)
Writer’s Hint: How to Survive While Waiting to be A Professional Writer
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare to Be a Great Writer If you feel like a failure, go back into your past and find a time of accomplishment for something you once thought impossible. Change the “inner editor” (Instead of … Continue reading
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