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Mentioned in 51 episodes
Bird by Bird
Some Instructions on Writing and Life
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Bird by Bird is a comprehensive guide to writing that covers various aspects of the craft, from the initial stages of starting a project to the technical details of plot, character, and dialogue.
Lamott emphasizes the importance of persistence, faith, and hard work in writing.
She advocates for writing imperfect first drafts and warns against the pitfalls of perfectionism and self-criticism.
The book also delves into the emotional and spiritual aspects of writing, encouraging writers to confront their deepest fears and desires.
Lamott's approach is down-to-earth, humorous, and generously filled with personal experiences and practical advice.
Lamott emphasizes the importance of persistence, faith, and hard work in writing.
She advocates for writing imperfect first drafts and warns against the pitfalls of perfectionism and self-criticism.
The book also delves into the emotional and spiritual aspects of writing, encouraging writers to confront their deepest fears and desires.
Lamott's approach is down-to-earth, humorous, and generously filled with personal experiences and practical advice.
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Mentioned in 51 episodes
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Chris Beresford-Hill as a book that helped him understand how to approach overwhelming tasks.
Chris Beresford-Hill as a book that helped him understand how to approach overwhelming tasks.
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Matthew Hussey in comparison to his own book, describing it as a book about writing that's also about life.
Matthew Hussey in comparison to his own book, describing it as a book about writing that's also about life.
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Josh Waitzkin as the author of several books, including "Operating Instructions", "Bird by Bird", and "Help, Thanks, Wow".
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Recommended by Eeke de Milliano as an incredible and touching book, especially for product managers who should be great writers.
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Mentioned by Brie Wolfson as the author of "Bird by Bird," referencing Anne Lamott's use of index cards for observations.
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Tim Ferriss as a classic book on writing that proved invaluable in helping him finish his first book.
Tim Ferriss as a classic book on writing that proved invaluable in helping him finish his first book.128 snips
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Mentioned by Tim Ferriss as a favorite book on the craft of writing and fiction, also applicable to life.
Tim Ferriss as a favorite book on the craft of writing and fiction, also applicable to life.55 snips
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