Before You Write
Writing a book is a lot like getting married. It is intensely personal, it calls for a big commitment, and it requires a sustained effort. And like marriage, it carries no guarantee of success.
Books and marriages often fail for the same reasons. The most common reason is that the writer doesn’t know enough about the four essential components of a successful book. It may surprise you to know that the first and most important of these components is the self.
I think I’ve lost my mind….however if you find it, don’t worry about sending it back as I’ve opted to no longer “think” about things, I’m just “doing.” The thing I decided to do – and the reason I think I’ve lost my mind – is something called NaNoWriMo. For the writers out there, you know what I am talking about. For those not involved in the writing field, let me explain. 
