Living the Writer's Life Author:Eric Maisel Issues that face writers, as opposed to artists in other creative arenas, are addressed in this first self-help career book specifically geared to writers. Presented in a lively format, this guide offers advice from established authors, along with their personal testimonials on the writing process. Coping with writer's block, rejection, and the... more » challenges of self-discipline and many other issues are covered. Expert guidance on writers' conferences, networking, self-promotion, the editorial process, and other matters help aspiring writers or those with writing-career problems to resolve. Eric Maisel, Ph.D., the author of "Fearless Presenting: A Life in the Arts," "Fearless Creating," and other books on the creative life, works with artists and performers as a psychotherapist, workshop leader, and conference presenter. He lives in Concord, California.« less