Words on Paper

       Louis L'Amour, born on March 22, 1908, was the youngest of seven children. He lived in North Dakota. His books consisted primarily of Western novels, but he also wrote historical fiction, science fiction, non-fiction, and poetry and short-story collections. Throughout his life he wrote and collected many writings. He suffered from pneumonia, and after he through it off cancerous cells were found in his lungs. After finding out that surgery was not possible, he decided to write a memoir to commemorate his life. He died on June 10, 1988 while editing a book.

          “Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.” -Louis L'Amour

         This is something that I have heard many times before, from English teachers, family members, and even friends. I have never read any of Louis L'Amours writings, but I think that this quote shows that he is very insightful. This can be very applicable to any writer, and it definitely is for me. In my life, when I'm struggling with finding out something to write, I start making lists. It gets my brain going and the ideas start pouring out. I believe that as soon as you start writing, more ideas, and even better ideas will come.