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Bird by Bird

Bird by Bird (1994)

239 pages 3.7/5 Goodreads

Anne Lamott gives her perspective on the art and work of writing. The title comes from a family story when her brother had to complete a report on birds. He put it off until the last minute and was overwhelmed. Her father counseled him saying they would take it, "Bird by bird, buddy. Just take it bird by bird."

Author: Anne Lamott, Susan Bennett

ISBN: 9781572700161

Content Warnings

Mental Health & Emotional

Death of a parent Terminal illness

Substance Use

Alcohol abuse (depicted)
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