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The
Voice of the Muse -
Answering the Call to Write written by Mark David Gerson
and reviewed by Nancy J. Reid
Writing seems overwhelming at
times, and can be tedious when things just don't flow right. It
is the same as an artist facing a blank canvas--at times it is
exhilarating--and at times it is just down right scary. Gerson's
book, The Voice of the Muse, is the perfect remedy,
whether you are a pro, a novice, or just thinking you might like
to write. It is a book of encouragement, kind words, and great
advice.
I found the Voice of the Muse to be inspirational but at the
same time practical. The exercises are simple but effective and
every page compels you to read further. I like the freedom of
the book, leaving everything up to the reader (writer) to do
things the way that works best for them. It is a clever way to
teach, maybe something that could work in schools where students
think more about how bored they are than the subject they should
want to learn about. Two important points come to the surface
again and again; you can write and you can enjoy writing.
Overcoming writer's block, something most writers have
experienced, becomes a non-issue with this book at your side. I
highly recommend a copy for every writer, and keep it very
handy. When stuck, grab your copy and pick an exercise--I have
tried it and it definitely works. My copy, once nice and new, is
already showing signs of use, or love, it you prefer to put it
that way.
Author Mark
David Gerson was a featured guest on a special ‘Books & Authors,
Writing & Publishing’ Radio Show, hosted by Blend Magazine editors Nancy
J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith. The interview aired on Monday, August 18,
2008.
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The
Voice of the Muse Named a Top Writing Book of 2009
Mark David Gerson’s The Voice of the Muse: Answering the Call to
Write was named one of the top
writing books of the year on May 29 in the Independent Publisher
Book Awards, also known as the
IPPYs. Gerson's Silver Medal in the "writing/publishing"
category was awarded in New York in
conjunction with BookExpo America, the U.S. book industry’s
premier trade show. Read
More.
Mark
David Gerson is the author of ‘The Voice of the
Muse – Answering the Call to Write,’ and the
award-winning novel - ‘The Moonquest’. To
purchase his books, ‘The Voice of the Muse’ CD
set, to read his writers blog and more, visit
www.MarkDavidGerson.com
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The
Voice of the Muse -
The
Voice of the Muse Named a Top Writing Book of 2009
Mark
David Gerson is the author of ‘The Voice of the
Muse – Answering the Call to Write,’ and the
award-winning novel - 
