Never let anything go out into the world that you don't understand.

Although the frankfurter originated in Frankfurt, Germany, we have long since made it our own, a twin pillar of democracy along with Mom's apple pie. In fact, now that Mom's apple pie comes frozen and baked by somebody who isn't Mom, the hot dog stands alone. What it symbolizes remains pure, even if what it contains does not.

Writing improves in direct ratio to the things we can keep out of it that shouldn't be there.

Tips can make someone a better writer but not necessarily a good writer. That's a larger package - a matter of character. Golfing is more than keeping the left arm straight. Every good golfer is a complex engine that runs on ability, ego, determination, discipline, patience, confidence, and other qualities that are self-taught. So it is with writers and all creative artists. If their values are solid their work is likely to be solid.

The only way to learn to write is to force yourself to produce a certain number of words on a regular basis.

Examine every word you put on paper. You'll find a surprising number that don't serve any purpose.

The game is won or lost on hundreds of small details.