by AnnSheybani | Feb 22, 2017 | Writing, writing lessons
It was Dennis Lehane, author of Mystic River who admonished us fledgling writers to knock off all the research when working on our books. He’d just gotten a huge movie deal, Clint Eastwood was directing, so there he was at Harvard telling us all how he got to... by AnnSheybani | Feb 17, 2017 | guest post, Writing
As part of a series of posts showcasing the different subjects, styles, and voices of my clients, I’d like to introduce you to Janice Dean, who teaches folks how to bypass fear and create a powerful speaking presence in six seconds. (Seriously, I would have... by AnnSheybani | Feb 12, 2017 | Writing
As part of a series of posts showcasing the different subjects, styles, and voices of my clients, I’d like to introduce you to Josh Patrick, who helps successful businesses become sustainable. This is an excerpt from his upcoming book, a parable that speaks to... by AnnSheybani | Feb 5, 2017 | guest post, Writing
As part of a series of posts showcasing the different subjects, styles, and voices of my clients, I’d like to introduce you to Christine Khetarpal, who helps women contemplating divorce make clear choices with confidence. This is an excerpt from her upcoming... by AnnSheybani | Jan 28, 2017 | Writing
As part of a series of posts showcasing the different subjects, styles, and voices of my clients, I’d like to introduce you to A.J. Wasserstein. This is an excerpt from his upcoming book, one that he’s chosen to write for his son, a gift of life advice on... by AnnSheybani | Jan 23, 2017 | Writing
I’m really proud of the work my clients do. It takes grit to muscle through the shitty first draft, the revisions, and the doubt. These people, they don’t quit. As part of an upcoming series of posts showcasing the different subjects, styles, and voices of...