The path to becoming one of the many successful, award winning authors is not without its challenges. Anyone thinking of reaching theses levels of success needs to be prepared to put in a lot of hard work and get over rejection, quickly. Following these tips from authors is a good starting point.
It is important to write every day. Writing skills are like any muscle that needs to be trained and strengthened. Any successful athlete or musician will tell you, their training schedule to achieve their goals is taxing. Similarly, a good writer needs to work as hard to train their writing muscle and improve their abilities.
There are a variety of methods and techniques available that can add more quality to your writing. Where possible, take the opportunity to study the art. Whether you attend a paid course at a university or a free community class, the information you gain will make a valuable contribution towards your writing skills. All of which is significant to identifying your unique voice.
It is not easy to take something you have written and put it out for all to see. However, publication is important. Start by finding a publisher who believes in the piece of work as much as you do. The editor should be open and constructive. It is not easy to let go but at some point it is a necessity.
On the other hand, self-publishing is an option that more and more authors are considering. This option essentially cuts out the middle man. In this option, the author is responsible for all aspects including writing, editing, and book design. There are many platforms that can be used to publish your own novel or story. It also means control over distribution, PR and marketing.
Rejection is a reality in this industry. As demoralizing as this many be, find a way to deal with rejection. Any author will tell you that they received many rejection letters before they finally got an acceptance. This is a rite of passage, part of the process for anyone looking to succeed. Anyone putting their literature out there needs to build that thick skin and persevere. The important thing is to keep trying.
Don't be shy to enter competitions. Writing competitions are easy to find. Some have a submission fee while others have no charge. Either way, they are a great opportunity to have your work read by people who are active in the publishing field. In many instances, the judges are themselves writers, editors and publishers. This will be useful if you reach the final stages, where you'll most likely receive useful feedback and comments about your skills.
If you are a writer looking to reach the level of award winning authors, you must be willing to work hard, prepare yourself for the reality of failures and be ready for success. Luck also plays a part being a success. Sometimes it's just a combination of hard work and being ready at the right place and time.
It is important to write every day. Writing skills are like any muscle that needs to be trained and strengthened. Any successful athlete or musician will tell you, their training schedule to achieve their goals is taxing. Similarly, a good writer needs to work as hard to train their writing muscle and improve their abilities.
There are a variety of methods and techniques available that can add more quality to your writing. Where possible, take the opportunity to study the art. Whether you attend a paid course at a university or a free community class, the information you gain will make a valuable contribution towards your writing skills. All of which is significant to identifying your unique voice.
It is not easy to take something you have written and put it out for all to see. However, publication is important. Start by finding a publisher who believes in the piece of work as much as you do. The editor should be open and constructive. It is not easy to let go but at some point it is a necessity.
On the other hand, self-publishing is an option that more and more authors are considering. This option essentially cuts out the middle man. In this option, the author is responsible for all aspects including writing, editing, and book design. There are many platforms that can be used to publish your own novel or story. It also means control over distribution, PR and marketing.
Rejection is a reality in this industry. As demoralizing as this many be, find a way to deal with rejection. Any author will tell you that they received many rejection letters before they finally got an acceptance. This is a rite of passage, part of the process for anyone looking to succeed. Anyone putting their literature out there needs to build that thick skin and persevere. The important thing is to keep trying.
Don't be shy to enter competitions. Writing competitions are easy to find. Some have a submission fee while others have no charge. Either way, they are a great opportunity to have your work read by people who are active in the publishing field. In many instances, the judges are themselves writers, editors and publishers. This will be useful if you reach the final stages, where you'll most likely receive useful feedback and comments about your skills.
If you are a writer looking to reach the level of award winning authors, you must be willing to work hard, prepare yourself for the reality of failures and be ready for success. Luck also plays a part being a success. Sometimes it's just a combination of hard work and being ready at the right place and time.
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