This writing exercise was inspired by a well-known children's story.

Once upon a time in Los Angeles I was the managing editor of a magazine called Buzz. My job—one of my jobs—was to make sure the editorial...

“My grandmother Louisa, on my father's side, lived in a small house in the village of Continvoir, where I was born. My sister and I spent...

Before you begin another round of revisions, ask yourself these two questions.