Your essay about writer expectations was right on the money, Robert. The majority of today's writers expect instant success and, when it doesn't come, they're ready to throw in the towel. My journey included twelve years of no acceptances or sales between the time I began writing and the time I sold my first short story. Twelve freaking years! And now some writers are ready to pack it all in after a year or two? To succeed, you've got to focus, work your ass off, and prepare for the long haul. I'm a huge fan of your work, Robert, and think you're doing great and approaching the writing/publishing life realistically, with tenacity, wisdom, and grace. Looking forward to seeing you again and hanging out at a future event.
Your essay about writer expectations was right on the money, Robert. The majority of today's writers expect instant success and, when it doesn't come, they're ready to throw in the towel. My journey included twelve years of no acceptances or sales between the time I began writing and the time I sold my first short story. Twelve freaking years! And now some writers are ready to pack it all in after a year or two? To succeed, you've got to focus, work your ass off, and prepare for the long haul. I'm a huge fan of your work, Robert, and think you're doing great and approaching the writing/publishing life realistically, with tenacity, wisdom, and grace. Looking forward to seeing you again and hanging out at a future event.