I am embarking on a new adventure. I joined ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) a while back, and will be participating in a critique group. This is SO exciting for me! All you non-writers out there, probably think I am a nerd, but it's so thrilling to gain insight on words that you have delicately crafted and characters you have molded, shaped, and know from the inside out, and then see if they really are believable and interesting to others.
All this has come to fruition after my novel has been on a road of some rejection, and some really intense, constructive criticism. I finally stepped out of my box and realized my story could be told from a new viewpoint in a new structure. I am almost embarrassed of my last draft, and have already developed my protagonist into a deeper more complex person.
Okay, so I am rambling a bit, but I am now stepping up to the plate and hoping to grow and develop something that has been a hobby, to something more like a lifelong passion!
You go girl! Rejection should make us stronger. Sure, it hurts and it can get us down, but then we need to pick ourselves right back up. Reevaluate your novel and get it back on the road-the road to success! I know you can do it! Thank you for your comment today! I just do not understand why people are not nice at times. It is one of the hradest lessons in life. Have a great 4th of July!
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By the way, let me know if you would like to join in Smile Sunday so I can add your link early enough. I am going to be out tomorrow. You don't have to, just thought I would let you know! Enjoy tomorrow!
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