J.L. Wilson
Two bits of advice:
1. Define for yourself what is 'success'. You can't control what happens after you publish a book. So if your goal is to be a best-selling author, that's largely out of your hands. Decide what will be success for you.
2. Learn the craft. Writing is creativity but it's also nuts & bolts of how to craft a story. Take workshops, study books, learn from others. Learn the craft.
1. Define for yourself what is 'success'. You can't control what happens after you publish a book. So if your goal is to be a best-selling author, that's largely out of your hands. Decide what will be success for you.
2. Learn the craft. Writing is creativity but it's also nuts & bolts of how to craft a story. Take workshops, study books, learn from others. Learn the craft.
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