Oldies but goodies

We've been bringing you The Writing Life for a year now. Let's look back at some of the thoughts we've expressed, many of which need no further explanation.
1. A story is where people come to dream - and you are in charge of that dream.
2. Get beyond the tick-tock.
3. Make 'em glad, make 'em mad, make 'em sad.
4. Make 'em laugh, make 'em cry, make 'em wait.
5. Make new things familiar and familiar things new.
6. When in doubt, leave it out.
7. Never use a large word when a diminutive one will do.
8. Make every word tell.
9. Intend every word you write.
10. No tears in the writer, no tears in the reader.
11. You must not come lightly to the blank page.
12. Experience the world through all of your senses.
13. Take the facts and give them vitality.
14. The power of the offering is the measure of its excellence.