Brenna
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Robert Beatty:
Hi! I like writing stories as a hobby and like to share them with my friends. I have thought about pursuing it as a job one day but I was wondering, how do you keep writing and not lose interest? That's been a problem that I've encountered and how do you just keep going? Btw I love your books! The Serafine series is definitely my favorite but I also really like Willa of the Wood! Thank you so much!
Robert Beatty
Hi Brenna,
Thank you for your questions! Keep up the great work on your writing. Here is some advice I like to share with aspiring writers:
-Write now and as often as you can. Carve out some time in your day, everyday, if possible.
-Keep at it. I started writing at the age of 11. Forty years later, I published my first book, "Serafina and the Black Cloak."
-Develop a system of feedback that works for you. For me, that means sharing my work throughout the writing process with a trusted circle of readers to get their reactions to the story. The network includes professional editors, educators, family and friends, and general readers of all ages.
-When possible, participate in writing workshops and classes. It's another very useful way to gain feedback and improve your writing.
-Think of yourself as a storyteller, not as a person writing a book. Focus on weaving a tale that's going to keep your readers on the edge of their seats.
I'm glad to hear that you have enjoyed my books. I am currently working on the 2nd book in the Willa Series which will be available in October 2020. Hope you enjoy!
Best Regards & Stay Bold!
-Robert
Thank you for your questions! Keep up the great work on your writing. Here is some advice I like to share with aspiring writers:
-Write now and as often as you can. Carve out some time in your day, everyday, if possible.
-Keep at it. I started writing at the age of 11. Forty years later, I published my first book, "Serafina and the Black Cloak."
-Develop a system of feedback that works for you. For me, that means sharing my work throughout the writing process with a trusted circle of readers to get their reactions to the story. The network includes professional editors, educators, family and friends, and general readers of all ages.
-When possible, participate in writing workshops and classes. It's another very useful way to gain feedback and improve your writing.
-Think of yourself as a storyteller, not as a person writing a book. Focus on weaving a tale that's going to keep your readers on the edge of their seats.
I'm glad to hear that you have enjoyed my books. I am currently working on the 2nd book in the Willa Series which will be available in October 2020. Hope you enjoy!
Best Regards & Stay Bold!
-Robert
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Georgia Taylor
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Robert Beatty:
im 64 years young ,i have read MANY books ,but i have got to tell you I love THE black clock,now Serafina and the twisted staff, waiting on my daughter to finish reading the third one ,.They are just wonderful !!!most i have enjoyed in a LONG TIME !!!! hope they keep going ,will they ?
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