Goodreads asked P. Anastasia:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

P. Anastasia Never give up and never stop writing. It's cliché, perhaps, but it's the truth. One of the most terrible questions I've ever been asked about writing was "How do I keep motivated when writing takes up so much time..."

Unfortunately, this kind of answer cannot be answered simply and often it may indicate a change in profession is in order.

In truth, writing takes a lifetime. It doesn't matter how many times you have to write or re-write a story, it needs to be done (and done right) and your imagination won't let you rest until it's finished, or at least, "good enough" to see the light of day. No story - no art - will ever be PERFECT, but sometimes you need to stand back, evaluate it, and decide when it's just at it's peek time and ready to meet the world.

There is no time limit on art, nor should a true writer ever be discouraged by the amount of time it takes to complete such art. It's something we do. Something we LIVE for. Writing is passion and any amount of time spent doing something we are passionate about should always be internally motivating.

Most importantly, write the TRUTH. Write what is true to YOU. If it resonates with others, then it becomes a wonderful and thrilling coincidence.

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