Caitlin Berve recently published a collection of modern fairy tales called When Magic Calls. She's also written two other anthologies and has another one in the works. While she's not writing, Caitlin runs her own writing business and coaches other writers on how they can improve their books and their craft. In addition to all that, she also edits memoir and fiction.I recently had the chance to catch up with Caitlin and was fascinated to hear how she balances both her writing business and creative work.I also found out that Caitlin took an MFA in creative writing. Many new writers wonder if they need to take an MFA before they can write a book, so I put that question to Caitlyn, and I think you'll find her answer says a lot about what it takes to become a successful writer today.In this episode we discuss:How Caitlin manages her timeMistakes that memoir writers makeTypes of memoirsFinding an editor for your bookAdvice on joining a critique groupFinding the balance between client work and writingHow to use a setting as more than a backdropTips for selling more booksResources:Caitlin BerveWhen Magic CallsWrite Characters Your Readers Won't ForgetBird by BirdSupport the show