I run a workshop for writers conference rookies where the bottom line is: Be Friendly. The term friend has somehow grown shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding. It’s devolved into internet chums or collected names on social media. A friend is no longer the one to call when you’re in jail or when you’re at wits end and about to do something that might land you there. So I think it’s time I put my 49+ years of worldly wisdom to work and explain just what I mean when I say, “Be Friendly.” To me, friend… Read Article →