Top Ten Questions a Creative Writing Instructor Doesn't Want to Hear

10. What if I want to annoy my reader? (I've actually been asked this one)

9. How can I make my advertising brochures more exciting?

8. Why don't you provide snacks?

7. Could you stop talking? You're distracting me from your slides.

6. I brought my novel. Could you take a look at it?

5. How can you be a fantasy author if you haven't read my favorite fantasy novel?

4. You don't have handouts? Could I have your presentation notes then?

3. How do I know you won't steal my story ideas?

2. Can I get a discount for your book for attending your class?

1. Do you know my friend? She's a writer.