Ann Kroeker, Writing Coach

In October, I had the honor of accompanying a client to New York City, where she met with her editor and publisher. In person. Face to face. Digital Connections: Intimate or Distant? In the digital age, face-to-face interaction is becoming more and more rare. Apps and programs make it possible for us to sit in our houses and reach out to the world with the click of a button. This is amazing and makes me happy to be a working writer in the 21st century. However, those same apps and programs can lead us to a false sense of connection—they convince some of us we no longer need to bother with meeting people in person. I'm guilty of thinking that way. My life is full, so I prefer to run meetings from home. It's easier, cheaper, and I can wear pajamas if I want. Why Bother with Face-to-Face? As a teacher, my client knows the importance of face to face. That's why she made it happen, at great expense of personal resources. In fact, she landed her contract as a result of "in real life" interactions. She attended a