Bird by Bird
Funny, honest advice on writing and life: take it bird by bird, and allow terrible first drafts.
Biography
Anne Lamott is an American novelist and nonfiction writer. Bird by Bird (1994) is a beloved guide to writing.
Main ideas and philosophy
Lamott encourages short assignments, imperfect first drafts and honesty.
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