Metaphors are not user-friendly. They're difficult to find and difficult to use well. Unfortunately, metaphors are a mainstay of good lyric writing-indeed of most… — Pat Pattison Copy Share Image
Don't be afraid to write crap - it makes the best fertilizer. The more you write the better your chances of growing something wonderful. — Pat Pattison Copy Share Image
YOU CAN'T TELL UNLESS YOU SHOW FIRST. ... Showing makes the telling more powerful because your senses and your mind are both engaged. — Pat Pattison Copy Share Image
What is the character trying to say? Why? Be as specific as you can, using sense images that evoke something about the character. Try… — Pat Pattison Copy Share Image
“I hereby grant you permission to write crap. The more the better. Remember, crap makes the best fertilizer.” — Pat Pattison Copy Share Image
Songs are your best teachers. I try to learn something from every song I hear — Pat Pattison Copy Share Image
