Some notes from a webinar hosted by write for kids. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker.
– Begin with persistent getting our first books out
– Later be persistent in business like maybe a new agent or edit.
– Need to have a mindset of resilience.
– Need to be strong because there are a lot of ups and down
– At the start of the pandemic, some dived into their write and others stopped for a short term but the others come back.
– If writing gives you energy, keep g9ing. Other days you might read a book to rejuvenate.
– Hike up a hill involves twists and turns so it odes for a career. It is not a straight line
– Some people will just read a lot and it gives them the chance to replenish themselves.
– Some authors will access things that had been put on the shelf
– Some authors will try different things to stimulate their brains in a different way
– Get excited about books getting published and authors advance in their careers.
– You need to read a lot, read competing, read current books read in genera.
– The host suggests if you have a weak area in your own write read others books and see how they handle that issue.
– Strengthen your writing community.
– In a breakout room, via virtual meetings, shy writers might feel more inclined to communicate among small groups at break out.
– Book clubs online can expand your horizon.
– Virtual meetings gives writers who live in small towns can interact with others at a distance.
– Learning how to accept feedback. to develop a thick skin. Some writers’ groups help break bad habits. We don’t see that much of an issue to talk over each other.