Today I would like to express my gratitude to the writers I’ve worked with who understand that writing a long story (novel or narrative nonfiction) isn’t easy. Until recently my dream clients have: read and written a lot in their lives, for pleasure or work or school undertaken a writing education, whether in a formal MFA program, during on-the-job journalism training, or by attending workshops, continuing education classes, and writing conferences. realized that their writing education is never complete, and that each project will present its own challenges. networked with other writers farther down the publication road so they have a realistic view of what they’re in for and the effort involved. improved on earlier drafts of their project after sharing with a critique group or other trusted advance readers. hired a developmental writer for the express purpose of identifying problems and suggesting solutions, so will not get angry or lose heart when she does so. As you can ...