David Keyes

Ralph Keyes’ The Writer’s Book of Hope manages to be most encouraging to any writer and very interesting to anyone else. This book is well-written, funny, challenging, consoling and very informative. If there is a writer who ever said anything interesting and provocative about writing, there is a good chance he or she is quoted …

This book really opened my eyes to the reality of the publishing world. It also helped disapate a lot of anger and self pity I was feeling. Who knew you had to work this hard? Well, now I do. So it goes. I can now forge ahead without feeling so sorry for myself! Heybubb, New …

The Writer’s Book of Hope is an excellent antidote to the discouragement toxins that build up in writers over time. Actually, it’s a whole medicine cabinet of antidotes. Anxiety, Frustration, and Despair are part of the emotional experience of all writers, from beginners to established professionals, and Keyes offers a wide range of uplifting and …

Writing is never easy, and getting your work published can be harder still. As every writer knows, a thick skin is one of the essential tools of the trade. “Rejection, to writers, is the equivalent of being knocked down as a boxer, being heckled as a comedian, or not getting callbacks as an auditioning actor: …

Even the most prolific writers need encouragement from time to time. If you’re in need of a shot in the arm, check out [this] inspiring new book …

American Society of Journalists and Authors October 2003 – Susan K. Perry, Ph.D More than half of Keyes’ book is devoted to helping writers sustain faith in themselves once they being actively pursuing publication. Keyes makes excellent use of hundreds of anecdotes and quotes from well known writers. For instance, Kipling was told he didn’t …