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How I Found the Write Path: A Compilation of Letters
In this endearing compilation, over sixty authors share letters written to their past selves, candidly sharing what they might not always discuss in public. The hope is that those of you who haven’t published will learn from their experiences. And those of you who have published? Well, you just might realize you’re not alone.
Further contributors are:
E. Arroyo
Eleyne-Mari
Debi Schubbe O'Neille
Elizabeth Seckman
Medeia Sharif
Catherine Stine
Gina Stoneheart
Tammy Theriault
Ilima Todd
Loni Townsend
E.J. Wesley
Diana Wilder
Nick Wilford
Lynda R. Young
Further contributors are:
E. Arroyo
Eleyne-Mari
Debi Schubbe O'Neille
Elizabeth Seckman
Medeia Sharif
Catherine Stine
Gina Stoneheart
Tammy Theriault
Ilima Todd
Loni Townsend
E.J. Wesley
Diana Wilder
Nick Wilford
Lynda R. Young
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162 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 6, 2014
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About the author
Carrie Butler
10 books246 followersCarrie Butler is an award-winning author and graphic designer. Time away from her desk is spent attempting to garden, yelling at the TV during hockey season, and indulging in various forms of geekery—not to mention wielding a thousand-degree pen!
The Mark of Nexus series has appeared on Amazon bestselling, top-rated, and hot new release lists in various genres. It has also been mentioned in publications like USA Today and Writing New Adult Fiction.
The Mark of Nexus series has appeared on Amazon bestselling, top-rated, and hot new release lists in various genres. It has also been mentioned in publications like USA Today and Writing New Adult Fiction.
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April 13, 2025
This is a valuable resource for writers at all stages of their writing paths. It’s a collection of wisdom from 60+ authors offering practical advice, encouragement, inspiration, insights into the publishing world and a sense of community. A good read for anyone pursuing a writing career.
September 21, 2014
I'm so proud to be part of this compilation. It was fun to think of the writer I used to be in all my naivety and to see how far I've come. I enjoyed reading other writers' journeys even more. New writers will (hopefully) learn from our mistakes, and I hope all writers will be inspired.
October 7, 2014
This book gets 5 stars.
A batch of heartfelt letters written by authors. Really unique. I doubt you'll find another collection like this in a hurry...
These are some points that captured my attention:
1. The three P's - patience, perseverance, passion.
2. Write down your ideas, you WILL forget them later.
3. Practice creative altruism - it's all about supporting others, and in doing so you're supporting yourself too.
4. Schedule time for writing.
5. Celebrate every milestone, no matter how big or small.
6. Distance from your manuscript lends a fresh perspective.
7. Economize your words.
8. Find out what doesn't work, so that you can work out what does.
9. Go to conferences. Network. Mingle.
10.Yes, you are running a business even when you think you're not.
11. A writer must read, read, read.
12. Backlist is everything.
...a printed copy of these points pasted above my computer is a good idea...don't you think?
A batch of heartfelt letters written by authors. Really unique. I doubt you'll find another collection like this in a hurry...
These are some points that captured my attention:
1. The three P's - patience, perseverance, passion.
2. Write down your ideas, you WILL forget them later.
3. Practice creative altruism - it's all about supporting others, and in doing so you're supporting yourself too.
4. Schedule time for writing.
5. Celebrate every milestone, no matter how big or small.
6. Distance from your manuscript lends a fresh perspective.
7. Economize your words.
8. Find out what doesn't work, so that you can work out what does.
9. Go to conferences. Network. Mingle.
10.Yes, you are running a business even when you think you're not.
11. A writer must read, read, read.
12. Backlist is everything.
...a printed copy of these points pasted above my computer is a good idea...don't you think?
September 28, 2014
I'm SO proud to be a contributing author to this book! It's seriously a WONDERFUL compilation of authors at every stage in their career talking about how they began writing, keep writing and giving their best advice. What's better is that it's FREE!!!
Thank you to Carrie Butler and P.K. Hrezo for the amazing work they did to get this put together. It's a great source of inspiration and motivation for writers and I LOVE that they wanted to give back to other authors with this.
Thank you to Carrie Butler and P.K. Hrezo for the amazing work they did to get this put together. It's a great source of inspiration and motivation for writers and I LOVE that they wanted to give back to other authors with this.
September 17, 2014
Every article/letter in this eBook offers such great wisdom. There is something for every writer, in every stage of their career, to learn. I am honored to be one of the contributors and to be among such wonderful writers. A huge thanks to Carrie Butler and PK Hrezo for bringing this compilation to life.
November 23, 2014
This is a great compilation of wisdom, wit, and wonderful support for writers at every level. These writers know their stuff, and it's helpful and encouraging to glean from their experiences. They touch on so many things that are important to know before and during the writing journey. Excellent advice - I highly recommend this book!
September 15, 2014
It was great reading the original blog posts from these authors, and I was fortunate to join and be included in this project. To have all the letters in one place for easy reading and as a writing resource is wonderful. Kudos to Butler and Hrezo for putting these letters together in an ebook.
September 16, 2014
Look at the list of awesome writers in this compilation!
I'm honored to be among them.
What a great way to share advice and individual experiences with other writers.
I'm enjoying every entry!
So many thanks to Carrie Butler and PK Hrezo for putting in all the time and effort.
I'm honored to be among them.
What a great way to share advice and individual experiences with other writers.
I'm enjoying every entry!
So many thanks to Carrie Butler and PK Hrezo for putting in all the time and effort.
July 2, 2022
I really enjoyed this book and read it at a time when I really needed to. This was my Read With Fey selection for June 2022.
As much as I got out of this book, I would not recommend it to anyone who isn't some type of creative, either professionally or as a hobbyist. This book expresses the true passion of being a writer and if you aren't a writer, or creative, this book may be too much for you. If you love to read and don't care about what writers go through to bring the world their stories, please skip this. Don't read this and leave it a bad review because you just didn't get it. If you are a reader who is genuinely interested in the passions of those who write, keep that in mind when writing your review. Some books are written for everyone, some are written just for readers or fans, and this book is written for writers and anyone pursuing a creative passion.
Seriously, this book had me laughing and crying. It's a really fun read, but it does tug at the heartstrings of those with creative pursuits.
I highly recommend this to authors (or creatives) at any level of their journey but especially those currently aspiring.
As much as I got out of this book, I would not recommend it to anyone who isn't some type of creative, either professionally or as a hobbyist. This book expresses the true passion of being a writer and if you aren't a writer, or creative, this book may be too much for you. If you love to read and don't care about what writers go through to bring the world their stories, please skip this. Don't read this and leave it a bad review because you just didn't get it. If you are a reader who is genuinely interested in the passions of those who write, keep that in mind when writing your review. Some books are written for everyone, some are written just for readers or fans, and this book is written for writers and anyone pursuing a creative passion.
Seriously, this book had me laughing and crying. It's a really fun read, but it does tug at the heartstrings of those with creative pursuits.
I highly recommend this to authors (or creatives) at any level of their journey but especially those currently aspiring.
December 3, 2014
Excellent book for the aspiring writer. This book is filled with inspiring stories from writers who have been in the trenches and are surviving. And this book points out that there isn't one single path to achieving the writing dream.
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