Scott Edelstein

I got more out of the earlier "things" than the later ones, which often dealt with agents, proposals, and the like. I'm so far away from publication and agents that I skimmed through some of the 100 things near the end. Still, some good tidbits here and there.

Good, but very basic and slightly outdated.
Spans through a variety of topics, from how to start, to how to actually write, to publishing and how to make money off your writing.

It had some interesting points of reference (like the section on terminology, or #44 and #82), but still brought nothing new to the table. Recommended for someone just getting into writing and who doesn't know much about the subject at all, but if you are already pretty familiar with writing, I'd give it a pass.

ex and the Spiritual Teacher looks at the complex of forces that tempt otherwise insightful, compassionate, and well-intentioned teachers to lose their way--and that tempt some of their students to lose their way as well. It analyzes why most of our current efforts to keep spiritual teachers from transgressing usually don't (and in fact can't) work. Perhaps most importantly, it suggests a set of practices and structures that can build community, encourage healthy student-teacher show more relationships, increase trust and spiritual intimacy between teachers and their students, and help authentic spiritual teachers stay happily monogamous or celibate. Sex and the Spiritual Teacher is for anyone who is or might become part of a spiritual community: students, teachers, clergy, lay leaders, and even casual visitors. It's a reader-friendly, no-nonsense guide to making spiritual life safer and fuller for all of us one person, relationship, and community at a time. show less

Direct, practical tips and explanations. A good overall general reference for anyone who writes. Highly organized book relates common sense advice and attempts to separate the realities of writing and publishing fromt eh myths and stereotypes. This book lives up to its title.