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Summary: THE WORST BOOK EVER*
Review: I had to read this book for a creative writing class, my junior year in high school. After reading this book, I have lost all respect for my teacher for just asigning us to read it. I cant believe anyone who is interested in writing could believe this woman, who clearly knows nothing about creating writing! all she did was force herself to talk about not forcing your writing. i even ripped out pages of this book because it made me so frustrated and mad to know that books like these can even get published! NEVER READ THIS BOOK IT IS A DISGRACE TO ALL BOOKS IN THE WORLD AND WRITING IN GENERAL.
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Summary: A very freeing and instructive book
Review: I have been a writer since I was a child but never realized that "being a writer" had little to do with what you write or even how often. It's a way of looking at the world, and Natalie Goldberg captures it and conveys it in a way that (finally) legitimized the writer within for me. For that, I'll be eternally grateful. When people used to say to me, "You analyze too much," I'd feel bad about myself, but now I say to myself, if to no one else, "Yes, that's what makes me a good writer!" Not only did she free the writer-person within me when I read this book, but she gave me new ways to practice writing from an angle I hadn't thought of. I am not good with descriptions of scenes and, in fact, hate even reading them, but in order to get better at it, I did her little exercises and had fun and sharpened my skills at the same time. (...which reminds me, I need to do them again.) I reread portions of this book several times a year and I always keep an extra couple of copies of it on hand to give to other writers and wanna-be writers. I hope it never goes out of print!
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Summary: A very freeing and instructive book
Review: I have been a writer since I was a child but never realized that "being a writer" had little to do with what you write or even how often. It's a way of looking at the world, and Natalie Goldberg captures it and conveys it in a way that (finally) legitimized the writer within for me. For that, I'll be eternally grateful. When people used to say to me, "You analyze too much," I'd feel bad about myself, but now I say to myself, if to no one else, "Yes, that's what makes me a good writer!" Not only did she free the writer-person within me when I read this book, but she gave me new ways to practice writing from an angle I hadn't thought of. I am not good with descriptions of scenes and, in fact, hate even reading them, but in order to get better at it, I did her little exercises and had fun and sharpened my skills at the same time. (...which reminds me, I need to do them again.) I reread portions of this book several times a year and I always keep an extra couple of copies of it on hand to give to other writers and wanna-be writers. I hope it never goes out of print!
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Summary: A very freeing and instructive book
Review: I have been a writer since I was a child but never realized that "being a writer" had little to do with what you write or even how often. It's a way of looking at the world, and Natalie Goldberg captures it and conveys it in a way that (finally) legitimized the writer within for me. For that, I'll be eternally grateful. When people used to say to me, "You analyze too much," I'd feel bad about myself, but now I say to myself, if to no one else, "Yes, that's what makes me a good writer!" Not only did she free the writer-person within me when I read this book, but she gave me new ways to practice writing from an angle I hadn't thought of. I am not good with descriptions of scenes and, in fact, hate even reading them, but in order to get better at it, I did her little exercises and had fun and sharpened my skills at the same time. (...which reminds me, I need to do them again.) I reread portions of this book several times a year and I always keep an extra couple of copies of it on hand to give to other writers and wanna-be writers. I hope it never goes out of print!
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Summary: Wonderful, but a bit too wild
Review: I have to agree with everyone that this book started out great. There was some good advice here and there; the best thing about the book is that it really motivates you and encourages you, giving you hope. However, sometimes Natalie seemed a bit far fetched and off track. Although this book offers motivation, it doesn't offer technique or suitable advice. A wonderful book to have to read once or twice, but not for eleven dollars...
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Summary: Natalie Goldberg...
Review: I like Natalie Goldberg...she's real. If you're trying to talk yourself into becoming a writer, I definitely recommend both Wild Mind and especially Writing Down The Bones. Both books have wonderful ideas and exercises that will tweak your mind. The spiritual aspect is what draws me and she confirms in these books what I've long suspected. That is, when you connect with your own Higher Self, creativity will flow--whether it's writing or anything else, that's the first step to "getting it."
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Summary: Raw, Practical, Brilliant Book...
Review: I read "Wild Mind" for the first time 2 weeks ago. Natalie Goldberg is a phenomenal writer who exposes herself in this book about writing, which, consequently makes it even more enjoyable to read. The book contains some ideas on Zen and everyday living, specifically applied to the context of writing. Throughout the book are many "Try This" writing exercises designed to let creativity flow through the mind, hand, and pen of the writer. It is an inspirational and encouraging read. I was so excited by this book that I have begun to write again, and not only that, but I immediately went out and bought "Banana Rose"(which she mentions in Wild Mind) and "Writing Down the Bones" and finished all 3 books in a week--because I LOVED THEM. Goldberg is brilliant as a writer and you can be too if you follow her advice.
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Summary: Raw, Practical, Brilliant Book...
Review: I read "Wild Mind" for the first time 2 weeks ago. Natalie Goldberg is a phenomenal writer who exposes herself in this book about writing, which, consequently makes it even more enjoyable to read. The book contains some ideas on Zen and everyday living, specifically applied to the context of writing. Throughout the book are many "Try This" writing exercises designed to let creativity flow through the mind, hand, and pen of the writer. It is an inspirational and encouraging read. I was so excited by this book that I have begun to write again, and not only that, but I immediately went out and bought "Banana Rose"(which she mentions in Wild Mind) and "Writing Down the Bones" and finished all 3 books in a week--because I LOVED THEM. Goldberg is brilliant as a writer and you can be too if you follow her advice.
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Summary: Changed My Life
Review: I read this book at a difficult time in my life-just after going through a trumatic divorce(when is divorce not traumatic?). Natalie Goldbergs words cut through my panic and gave me something to hold on to. Other people are lonely, other people feel the pain down into their bones. I fell in love with Natalies writng and with my creative self. I started writing poems and songs, one of which won a songwriting contest and was published. Once in a while, I re-read this book so that I can taste the words and fill my soul with the writers passion.
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Summary: Wild mind gets wild juices flowing
Review: I read this book in 1 day, bookmarking the places I wanted to come back to. Goldberg truly spoke to me. The exercises she provides are excellent for getting the pen moving. They really do work. I would highly recommend this excellent read.
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