Some great tips below from Jackie Lea Sommers for anyone considering writing a novel or long work of narrative nonfiction. If you want to comment go to jackieleasommers.com or click on Jackie’s link. Thanks Jackie.
1. This journey is probably going to take longer than you think.
In fact, you might bust your butt on something that never sees the light of day. It’s okay. You become a better writer by writing. I had to write a novel to prove I could write a novel before I could write a good novel, if you follow me.
2. Write because you love it, not because you want to be published.
You might never have your work published. If you write because you have to write, because you’re a writer in your bones, then this won’t matter. (Or at least it won’t matter enough to stop you!)
3. Write every day …
Establish a writing routine, even if some days you only get ten minutes to write.
4. … but don’t beat yourself up if you don’t.
I’m still learning this. GRACE.
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