Speaking of David B. Coe

Writing a book is a little like maintaining a long-term romantic relationship. Early on, the excitement of beginning something new is intoxicating and consuming. Remaining committed at that stage is easy. It’s all you want to do. But when that early passion subsides a bit, you’re left with the work of keeping things moving, of overcoming problems and adjusting your expectations to new realities. That’s when the commitment becomes more challenging. That’s when the writer is separated from the pretender. This has nothing to do with getting published; it has everything to do with following through on a project and finishing it.

Hear, hear, and well said, Mr. Coe.