What does it take to be a writer? What does it mean to live a writer's life? This instruction book gives the answers to these questions, ranging through all aspects of writing - from faith, love, and grace to pain, jealousy, and fear. Anne Lamott shows you how to keep your eyes oepn and write about what you see - and how to survive. This step-by-step guide covers getting started, character, plot, false starts, and more.