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Recent Reviews for Moushumi Chakrabarty
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Positive Thoughts for Writers (Book) - 4/30/2003 8:30:39 AM
Reviewed by Gargi Choudhury, Book reviewer for www.WritersCrossing.com
Are you a published writer who finds himself in a rut, with rejections piling high and despondency creeping in? If so you might consider taking a look at this e-book aimed at the writer whose self-confidence is steadily diminishing. It is organized as a collection of twenty-four helpful tips and dispenses much in the way of friendly advice. The tips range from the elementary ‘Eat a full breakfast’ and ‘Write in your journal everyday’ to the self-analytical ‘Write a mission statement’ and ‘Are you actively pursuing your dream of being a writer?’
Some nuggets of advice are general enough to be useful even to professionals other than writers who find themselves in the danger of stagnating.
Each chapter concludes with a ‘Mull Over’ quote that encapsulates the instruction and provides you with more food for thought. The book concludes with a list of resources for writers – books for inspiration and improving technique, and websites helpful for ‘upping the morale’.
If you’re an unpublished writer or one just gaining foothold in the world of writing, then this book is probably not for you. But those who’ve felt the joys and frustrations of the experienced, well-published writer but are now thinking “Am I really good enough to continue writing?”, then rest assured that you are, and you can use this book to get back on track. As the author says in the introduction, this e-book is meant for writers ‘who want to maintain a positive outlook, despite the rejection slips, blocks, distractions, the no-cheques-in-the-mailbox syndromes’.
Throughout the book, the author maintains a friendly style that talks directly to the reader. The prose is liberally garnished with well-expressed metaphors and similes that help illustrate each point. On the whole, ‘Positive Thoughts for Writers’ may not have you grabbing a pen and paper to start writing, but should certainly reinforce your belief in yourself as a writer.
Picnic (Poetry) - 3/3/2004 7:17:53 AM
lovely
Childhood Memory (Poetry) - 2/28/2004 12:36:18 AM
wonderful poem ...
Childhood Memory (Poetry) - 2/27/2004 8:00:58 PM
Your work has wonderful imagery.
Enjoyed reading it very much.
Bravo.
Elizabeth
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