On writing.
Initial Thoughts on Hiring an Editor
My eighth video journal as an aspiring author, talking about my initial thoughts and feelings after getting a three-page editorial letter along with over 250 in-manuscript comments from a freelance editor I hired to help me make my manuscript as strong as possible.
Feedback Fatigue
My seventh video journal as an aspiring author, talking about the pros and cons of feedback, how much is too much, finding the balance between motivating and debilitating. I share doubts I’m having about my abilities as a writer and whether I’ve chosen to pursue the right story. Also, more on my decision on whether to engage the services of an editor.
On Editing
My sixth video journal as an aspiring author, talking about the editing process, whether or not I should hire a freelance editor, the constant second-guessing myself that seems to go along with being an author, and what I’ve been up to since my last journal entry.
I finished the first draft of my manuscript…Now what?!
My fifth video journal as an aspiring author, talking about celebrating the end of the first draft, advice I got from more experienced authors, and a heartfelt thanks to those of you cheering me on along the way. Featuring shoutouts to Lainey Cameron, Gabi Coatsworth, Elise Hooper, Eileen Brill, and the HBL community as a whole.
Beta Readers
My fourth video journal as an aspiring author, talking about the invaluable role of beta readers.
Losing the Groove
My third video journal as an aspiring author, talking about imposter syndrome, intrusive thoughts, and “losing the groove” of writing.
Writing on the Road
My second video journal as an aspiring author, talking about what I learned about my writing routine while traveling.
The Road to Publicly Stating I’m an Aspiring Author
My first video journal as an aspiring author, talking about everything that led up to my sharing this goal publicly, with shout-outs to Fiona Davis, Linda Loigman, and Alison Hammer.