“I’m afraid to ask for an extension. I don’t want my editor to hate me.”

I hear some version of this at least once a week in author communities, and it makes sense that it’s a common fear! We care so much about our books (and the future of our careers) that we can become hyper-vigilant to anything that might get in the way of potential success. But! Your editor does not hate you. I promise.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 useful reframes that will help you let go of that fear the next time it pops up.

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