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“The freelance writer is a man who is paid per piece or per word or … perhaps.”
—Robert Benchley

In one sense it does–I’m amazed so many years have passed. It seems like just yesterday that I received the call. But then there’s another experience of time–I’ve lived quite a bit of my life without him, so much of what is important to me I missed out on sharing with him.

Then there’s the realization that he loomed so large during the 16 years that I did have with him, I can still hear his voice, see his smile (and his scowl) and recall so many stories that you’d think he had never left.

I guess in that way, he’s been with me all along.

Never more so than at family gatherings. “Do you remember the time when Dad …”

I do. Like it was yesterday!

“A writer makes a living the same way that a porcupine makes love–very carefully!” –Edmund Morris

In a couple of earlier posts I shared the how and the what of my reading habit. Then I had a conversation with a friend who shared that his issue is more difficulty grasping what he reads. Then I came upon this timely gem at Lifehacker: Master the Art of Reading with Lewis Carroll’s Four Rules of Learning. I think these four steps are wise counsel for us all!

So, check out Carroll’s advice, pick up a good book, and ENJOY!

After the insanely popular blog post–well, at least intriguing to so many of my friends who had no idea–I modeled a book. I. Am. Ghost. is now available as an eBook wherever fine eBooks are sold. As usual, Amazon and Smashwords will be the main stores of choice. So hurry and buy a copy!

I want you to know that I consulted the pros on this one. The most well-known ghosts contributed. Casper. Beetlejuice. Slimer. Inky, Pinky, Blinky and Clyde. They’re all in there.

Seriously (I can be serious for a moment), since I’ve launched my writing career, I’ve been inspired by the stories of others who have made this career transition and my heart goes out to those who are midstream in it. I. Am. Ghost. is my attempt to help ease, encourage and enlighten the path for others.

I hope you enjoy it and find it helpful in your literary pursuits.