From shattered expectations to joyous surprise, the group discusses things they wish they had known starting out.

Tracey discusses the importance of remembering it’s a business, Jess stresses the need to cultivate reasons for writing other than fame and glory, and Anne notes that just because you know some people in the industry doesn’t mean you’re gold.   

 

QUOTE: “Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.” – Roy T. Bennett

 

CREDIT: This episode of Your Writing Does Not Suck was recorded by its separate participants and edited by Anne M Belen.