I met one of my mentors last night, thanks to my wonderful student Joe. William Zinsser, a writer and teacher, who has authored many books on writing changed my craft and hence my life when I read his book, On Writing Well, many years ago. Although the book focuses on non-fiction, I took the principles to heart.
Joe knows Bill well, and invited me to come hear him play piano at the club downstairs at The Cornelia Street Cafe. Joe introduced me at the break, and I gave William a copy of my latest book, The Four Magic Questions of Screenwriting. I was and am beyond thrilled to have met him — and he plays a mean jazz piano!
