Mark David Gerson is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books. His nonfiction includes popular titles for writers, inspiring personal growth books and compelling memoirs. As a novelist and screenwriter, he is best known for The Legend of Q'ntana fantasy series, coming soon to movie theaters. When not writing, Mark David coaches an international roster of both first-time and seasoned writers to help them get their stories onto the page and into the world with ease.

Introduction

Getting Started

The Steps

• Step #1. Break the Rules


• Step #2. Fire Up Your Intuition


• Step #3. Say Yes to Your Gut...Even When You're Tempted to Say No


• Step #4. Trust the Journey


• Step #5. Take a Chance


• Step #6. Do It Now


• Step #7. Get It Right by Getting It Wrong...Even Though You Can't Get It Wrong


• Step #8. Dive into the Unexpected, Dance into the Chaos


• Step #9. Do Your Best


• Step #10. Hang in There!


• Step #11. Celebrate Every Success (Even the Tiniest Ones)


• Step #12. Lighten Up


• Step #12 1/2. See the Perfection in All Things

Beyond the 12 1/2th Step

The Way of the Imperfect Fool and You

Afterword: The Imperfect Fool and I

Gratitude