There's no doubt Toni Morrison is a gifted writer. My first introduction to her talent was Beloved. Challenging in its style and confronting in its content, it has stayed with me to this day as a living entity much as Beloved stayed to haunt her mother. Typical of many writers, I'm curious about the writing … Continue reading Toni Morrison’s way of working

Aspiring and emerging writers want to know how it's done. Like any apprentice, they look to their masters for information about the knowledge and skills required to become proficient in their chosen field. Common advice for anyone starting out in a new field is to find a mentor. Attach yourself to a master and learn … Continue reading Writerly Advice Part 1