These stories about re-writes are so inspiring. Thank you for not sheltering the fact that your first attempts didn't land where you wanted them. Already being 44yr and JUST starting feels really daunting. Especially when I hear of people say 'I sat down one day and poured my heart out in 3 months and finished my first draft". This has not been my experience at all. I have had my book series idea in my head for decades and putting it on paper is still REALLY hard. I work a full-time job, have a son and I am knee deep in renovations and family commitments - so all I have is 1-2hrs on Saturdays. But this is designated time and I make sure to always show up. Even if I only write a few words, create a 'vibe', flesh out characters, or work on the outline - I keep my butt in the seat for this time.
Enjoyed this so much. Love the reframe to thinking of rewriting as a gift. It’s true!
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Love this!!! Thank you for featuring my work!
My absolute pleasure!
These stories about re-writes are so inspiring. Thank you for not sheltering the fact that your first attempts didn't land where you wanted them. Already being 44yr and JUST starting feels really daunting. Especially when I hear of people say 'I sat down one day and poured my heart out in 3 months and finished my first draft". This has not been my experience at all. I have had my book series idea in my head for decades and putting it on paper is still REALLY hard. I work a full-time job, have a son and I am knee deep in renovations and family commitments - so all I have is 1-2hrs on Saturdays. But this is designated time and I make sure to always show up. Even if I only write a few words, create a 'vibe', flesh out characters, or work on the outline - I keep my butt in the seat for this time.