This is the Way to Write
I was surprised to receive a phone call from someone one day. He told me
that his friend had given him one of my books. He then started to tell me how I
should have written the book. He said that every essay should start with an
introduction, followed by a body and then a conclusion. Finally, he named a
book by a local writer that I should read to improve my writings.
I was rather piqued but I kept quiet. He was one of the many who had
refused to look at, let alone buy any of my books at any of the charity sales.
They had felt that they were better than I, although they had not written or
published anything.
I don't normally reply to critics. I know I'm no academic. I'm thankful
to have lots of fans who enjoy my books.
ltbs
Second-rate minds
usually condemn everything beyond their grasp.
La Rochefoucauld
