SCBWI tidbit: Literary fiction can be commercially successful; some commercial fiction has literary merit. Lines blur... just write.

SCBWI truth: Different editors want different things. Find the one who wants what you write- don't write what you think they want!

Saturday at SCBWI winds down. I'm inspired, tired. Most moving? Jacqueline Woodson's lunch keynote; her writing & reading are compelling.

I'm looking forward to the SCBWI conference in NYC this weekend. Taking Amtrak up the coast- any recommendations for on-train reading?

RT @CheriWilliams: The bad news is time flies. The good news is you're the pilot. ~Michael Althsuler #quote

RT @SuperbBooks: All you need is ignorance and confidence and the success is sure. -Mark Twain #quote

I'll be at Heart for Homeschooling Sat., speaking on writing, college, and caregiving while homeschooling. See you there? http://ow.ly/YDGH

"Satisfaction is the enemy of creativity." Jane Lazarre #quote- I've noticed the best ideas come when I can't find something I need.

Thursday- I'm teaching a Beat-the-Clock Essay Workshop for high school students facing the SAT. Knowledge is power! http://ow.ly/YDzy

"You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have." Maya Angelou #quote for writers

NAIWE teleclass-1:00 pm ET today. "Journaling Techniques for Writers" with expert Tina Games:
http://ow.ly/Yzfz

First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do. Epictetus #quote

The important thing is to strive towards a goal which is not immediately visible...not the concern of the mind, but of the spirit. StExupéry

NAIWE members promo opp- Be the expert in a video segment for major distribution. 2 spaces left. There is a cost to participate. DM for info

Creativity- Is unlearning the key? http://ow.ly/Wqg9 Another thought: Dr. Ken Robinson suggests schools kill creativity: http://ow.ly/Wqiz

NAIWE writers /editors: Opportunity to be on video- pls check e-mail (whitelist *@naiwe.com). Join http://naiwe.com to build your career!

Whose Memoir Is It, Anyway? One person, one perspective--new blog post at Words Into Books... http://ow.ly/VOOx

RT @MAltaee: The biggest tragedy in life is not death but a wasted life. It is not death we should fear but living without significance.

NAIWE active members: I just forwarded a publisher's invitation to submit. Please check your e-mail (whitelist *@naiwe.com).

Sunday- a time for peace and reflection. Think about the upcoming week, and get clear on what you want to accomplish. Then enjoy the day!

RT @marybrebner: RT @ColleenLindsay Your debut middle grade fantasy probably shouldn't be 156K wds. Just sayin'. Know your genre, ppl! Geeze

TV. If kids are entertained by two letters, imagine the fun they'll have with twenty-six. Open your child's imagination. Open a book.

It is what you read when you don't have to that determines what you will be when you can't help it. Oscar Wilde #quote

NAIWE News- Be in Business for Yourself, Not By Yourself-Erik Vonk on The Freelance Life- today 3:30pm EST http://ow.ly/16fTlM

The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who can't read them. M Twain #quote http://ping.fm/wy97F

RT @iSalesMax: “An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come.” Victor Hugo

Another day buried writing the last level of literature. It will be a major #writegoal met when done, but I'm tired! http://ow.ly/SKz8

RT @galleysmith: What's better than a free book? Get your free e-Book of Suite Scarlett by Maureen Johnson http://bit.ly/50cxdp.

First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.
Epictetus #quote

I wish you a joyous & successful 2010. Stretch to reach your highest goals & reach out to embrace your dearest loved ones. Be grateful!

The important thing is to strive towards a goal which is not immediately visible...not the concern of the mind, but of the spirit. StExupéry

Choosing a goal and sticking to it changes everything.
Scott Reed #quote