Five Great Things You Can Do Today for Your Writing Life

1) Read a great story in your favorite newspaper or magazine and try to figure out what makes it great.

2) Follow award-winning author and New Yorker staff writer Susan Orlean on Twitter (@Susanorlean).

3) Write a three-paragraph pitch about something you're passionate about.

4) Friend a powerful editor on Facebook.

5) Start a blog if you don't already have one.

Good luck!