It’s an old observation, but an accurate one: public speaking is the #1 fear for many people. This, unfortunately, includes many writers. Public speaking, like most things, is less scary when you’re well-prepared. I’ve been reading my work in public for many years, and here are some things I’ve learned. They may help you. 1)… Read more »
Whether it’s in an auditorium in front of hundreds of people or in your living room with a couple of close friends, reading your work in public can be nerve-wracking. In fact, even writers who have been speaking in public for years still get nervous when they have to read their own work aloud. I… Read more »
The violin and I have a love-hate relationship. I started playing at age 4, and have continued on and off for over 30-or-so years. Some of the time this was by choice, other times… not so much. After all, how much choice do you really have when you’re 4? It scares me a little to… Read more »
