This entry comes at the perfect moment for me. I just wrote on my blog “The Serendipitous Life” that I need a “Room of My Own”. I’ve been trying to fit my writing in between all the demands of a household with children. My office has been in our dining room and right in the middle of Grand Central Station (as I like to call it). I was getting frustrated with the constant interruptions. I couldn’t understand why no one was taking my writing seriously when it suddenly I was the main person not taking my writing seriously. Right now I’m in the process of taking over what has been our tv/guest room as my office- a real room with a door.

Sandra Hamlett

I’m new to the “blogging world,” but I regularly receive your “Writers On The Rise” E-zine and very much appreciate it. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your tip about skimming a little from the grocery bill to make necessary purchases to establish a writing career. That never occurred to me! I often feel incredibly guilty, and won’t spend more money than I’ve taken in (which so far isn’t much!). But if I really want to make this freelance writing career work, (and I do!) then I’ve got to become more financially creative. Thanks for the great advice!

Holly Bowne