So many problems are solved simply by knowing enough verbs.

I have to go make books. Sorry about that.

Don't use metaphors in fantasy; your readers will take them literally. Or they may take them figuratively - but if so, they'll also take your magics and transformations figuratively. Either way, you're in trouble.

I believe God put that itchy spot on our backs just exactly where we can't reach it in order to encourage us be nice to each other.

If there is no willingness to use force to defend civil society, it's civil society that goes away, not force.

That's the great thing about doing good: Anyone can do it, any time, no waiting periods or batteries required.

Sometimes writers say true things about the overall nature of publicity, promotion, and the publishing industry; but alas, not always.