What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Ais Write what you want to write for the reasons you want to write it. Everyone can always use improvement on their story, so don't be discouraged by constructive criticism-- and if someone just doesn't like your story at all, it may not be anything to do with you. Not everyone will always like the same story, the same characters, the same plot. It might just mean that person wasn't your target audience. But if you have a love for writing, or an interest in developing one, then you should write and have fun and not let anyone tell you to stop.

If you want a good motivational introduction, try doing NaNoWriMo one year (always in November)--that's a great time of year to find writing groups or writing buddies online to stay on task. Or look up writing groups in general throughout the year if you do better with other people being involved.

I personally think a lot of writing comes from the heart or the head. It doesn't matter if you're technically perfect, as long as you believe in the story you're telling and you keep an open mind on feedback. Don't give up on the story, and the story won't give up on you.

Best of luck with everything!

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