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Jim speaks much truth
iago:
Jim got himself a livejournal account a while back and made a few posts on it before his writing schedule ate him again. It's good stuff, focused on some of the fundamentals of the craft. Check it out:
http://jimbutcher.livejournal.com/
Liddy Midnight:
You are so right about that! He's clearly studied his craft and shares it in an articulate, entertaining manner.
At signings and chats, I've sent any number of beginning writers to get a little guidance from him. (I say 'beginning' and not 'aspiring' because anyone who strings words together is a writer. It takes a lot more to become an author. 8) I just wish he'd take a few minutes now and then to drop a few more pearls of his wisdom into that blog. Here's hoping newbies don't take one look at the last dateline and figure it's stale. Not stale at all -- it's timeless, as the truth often is!
Hugs,
Liddy
Donna:
Jim gives wonderful advice. I found his livejournal through the mailing list, and have sent the link to other aspiring writers.
I know he's too busy with his own writing to post such long pieces. Maybe, now that we have the forum, he could post briefer articles here? Just a few paragraphs or maybe answer questions from time to time.
p.s. Sorry about the glowing "Jim." :) I like the features on Mysql; it's the first time I've been on a board using it, so I'm playing a bit.
iago:
Actually, MySQL is the database the software uses. The actual forum software is Simple Machines Forum. Good stuff.
BigMama:
Would this be an appropriate area to have a thread that gives us a schedule of Jim's personal appearances? I would love to hear Jim speak the truth in person.
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