Review: The difference between dreamers and writers is simple
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 30, 2012
A lot of people dream of becoming some kind of writer. Whether it's a book, screenplay, movie script or prolific blog, wannabe writers are everywhere.What is the difference between dreamers and writers?The answer is simple, but not easy.They write.In his latest book, You Are A Writer (So Start Acting Like One) , author Jeff Goins  both challenges and equips those who dream of writing to take ownership of their art and get to work.The guidelines he lays out do not promise millions of dollars or fans in 30 days, but if you follow his practical steps such dreams of grandeur might not be out of reach.What Jeff does promise is that if you want to be a great writer, it will take hard work, courage and facing the fear of rejection. Because you will get rejected.You Are A Writer is reminiscent of Seth Godin's audacious reality check Poke the Box and Stephen King's candid advice in On Writing . The book is packed with keen insight from Jeff's continuing experience as a writer and his journey from picking himself to publishers seeking him out.In the book Jeff covers steps to building a platform, establishing a brand and nurturing channels of connection. Writing well (and getting paid for it) is just as much about the relationships you forge as the words you craft.While reading You Are A Writer I couldn't help but think about how many times I've been asked "What do you want to be when you grow up?" and yet I could never remember anyone asking the more important follow up question "What are you doing about it?".I'm not one of those people who think my kids can be anything they want, but I know they can do something.  I want to encourage them not only to dream, but to make those dreams a reality.If my son wants to be a baseball player, he needs to act like one. He needs to swing the bat and throw the ball. If my daughter wants to be a ballerina, she needs to act like one. She needs to dance and stretch.If you want to be a writer, you need to start acting like one.You need to write.Regardless of whether you want to be a writer or not You Are A Writer (So Start Acting Like One) will provide you a much needed call to action for your dreams.