WHY YOU WRITEFew writers are successful at achieving the industry measure of success--selling lots of books. Most are frustrated and feeling a sense of failure. Hanna encourages writers to: -explore why they write-redefine success so it is achievable-discover alternate paths to achievement and fulfillment-master the craft of writingLoaded with information on memoir writing, contest strategy, and craft, this book guides both seasoned and novice writers to a level of authorship that opens doors. Hanna does not suggest writers give up their dream of selling books, but that they expand their approach to include paths that guarantee success. With the emotional resilience this fresh perspective promotes, readers will find their own crazy-wonderful joy and purpose through writing.