“Time is not free–that’s why
it’s so precious and worth fighting for.” — Anne Lamott
I’m a huge fan of Anne Lamott. Not just because she celebrates “sh*tty first drafts,” but because she explains the writing process in such human terms–something that brings both joy and angst. (Let’s be truthful here.)
If you’re deep in a writing project, do yourself a favor: keep a copy of Bird by Bird on your night table for a little end-of-the-day support. She’ll make you feel you’re not alone in your crazy attempt to capture lightning in a bottle.
And if you’re just starting a project and trying to figure out how to find the time to write, check out her excellent short piece in Sunset magazine.
I really like Anne Lamott. Guess how much? Years ago I was at the Fox Theater in Atlanta at a Prince concert (my favorite artist of all time) and I was reading Bird by Bird with a highlighter at intermission. Who carries a book to a Prince concert : )?