I like how you mentioned "setting aside" a book. It's not something writers talk about, but it's what I did in 2020. I realised I needed to rework it as a dual pov, ( the other historical part of series) so will do that eventually.
I got about 70 rejections, but I realised after learning a lot in editing and revising passes that the book had big problems.Also vampires weren't selling so it was dead in the water for that reason alone. But I didn't know it until later so kept hoping. 🤣🤣🤣 I'm writing a sci fi now. 🌲🌲🌲 🤖
Such a good question! How much patience do you have for the publishing process? Honestly, many would give a time table of no more than 3 years. For me, I only plan to really traditionally publish two poetry collections because getting poetry publish is so freaking hard. You really have to answer the question why does this collection merit existing, merit an audience, merit talking about?
Those are great questions! I really think the "should I quit" thing just comes from frustration. I know it did for me the first time I tried querying. It's hard to keep going when the message that you aren't good enough lands in your inbox on the daily!
OK. I have officially been published! I'll never forget the faith you showed in me, Michelle. Now, am I a one-question wonder, or do I have another one in me? We'll just have to wait and see...
I like how you mentioned "setting aside" a book. It's not something writers talk about, but it's what I did in 2020. I realised I needed to rework it as a dual pov, ( the other historical part of series) so will do that eventually.
I got about 70 rejections, but I realised after learning a lot in editing and revising passes that the book had big problems.Also vampires weren't selling so it was dead in the water for that reason alone. But I didn't know it until later so kept hoping. 🤣🤣🤣 I'm writing a sci fi now. 🌲🌲🌲 🤖
That's a perfect example! I bet you return to that book one day. Vampires never stay dead for long, right? ;)
Haha, touche 🤣
Such a good question! How much patience do you have for the publishing process? Honestly, many would give a time table of no more than 3 years. For me, I only plan to really traditionally publish two poetry collections because getting poetry publish is so freaking hard. You really have to answer the question why does this collection merit existing, merit an audience, merit talking about?
Those are great questions! I really think the "should I quit" thing just comes from frustration. I know it did for me the first time I tried querying. It's hard to keep going when the message that you aren't good enough lands in your inbox on the daily!
OK. I have officially been published! I'll never forget the faith you showed in me, Michelle. Now, am I a one-question wonder, or do I have another one in me? We'll just have to wait and see...
Ha! It was a great question. Can’t wait for the sequel!
Awesome stuff. Thank you!
Thanks for reading, Terri!!
It's entirely my pleasure. I've watched many of your videos, but tend to get more out of written content, so I'm delighted to have found you here. <3
Oh that’s great! I’m glad too!
This is such a smart discussion of a tough topic. And huge congrats on the book release!!