From the Editor

The holiday season is a time for people to get together for laughter, food, and fun. Many of us gather for family reunions, while some may use the opportunity to meet others with whom they share a common interest.

For writers, there are few places better to exchange thoughts and ideas about issues related to the art of writing than by joining a writing organization, or by participating in a workshop. Such exchanges provide aspiring, as well as established, writers with many benefits. In Peer to peer: Creative writing workshops, John Collins shares his insight into workshops in which he has participated. He also discusses the pros and cons of organized workshops versus less formal gatherings.

Such associations provide writers with the opportunity to discuss and critique each other's creative writing projects. As John writes, membership in a workshop need not be expensive or rigidly structured. All that is required is a small group of like-minded and like-skilled writers who have a desire to share their knowledge and creativity while learning from others.

Another vehicle for the exchange of useful information among writers is this publication. Writer's Block fills the void left by other publications aimed at writers in that we provide information that is of value to all professionals who are either currently employed, or who are seeking employment, in the rapidly growing field of communications. We believe that writing is not only a creative pursuit, but if one hopes to earn a living from writing, it must also be combined with prudent business practices.

Enjoy the spirit of the season while giving, receiving, and always learning.