From the Book - 30th anniversary edition.
Beginner's mind, pen and paper
A list of topics for writing practice
Elkton, Minnesota: whatever's in front of you
Writing is not a McDonald's hamburger
Writers have good figures
Don't use writing to get love
What are your deep dreams?
The ordinaryand extraordinary
Talk is the exercise ground
Writing is a communal act
One plus one equals a Mercedes-Benz
Make statements and answer questions
A tourist in your own town
Spontaneous writing booths
A large field to wander in
The goody two-shoes nature
Blue lipstick and a cigarette hanging out of your mouth
Afterword : An interview with the author
Natalie Goldberg in her own voice.