Good to know there are other driven oddballs writing both poetry and prose!
I think the best mental approach is to set high expectations for what you write and a low bar on the money you'll make. Publishing is essentially a casino of gambled hope.
Finally, never forget the emotional, financial and critical support of those close to you. Without them I wouldn't be here.
I had no idea you had so many books to your credit, Jack. You are to be congratulated!
Your experience shows me why being an Indie Author and learning how to sell and market your books is so important today. I know you as a speculative poet, but if your heart is in prose, you should remain there.
Thanks, Wendy. It's been wonderful getting recognition for my poetry too, from publications such as your Eccentric Orbits anthologies. I have learned to go where the Muses lead... :-)
Good to know there are other driven oddballs writing both poetry and prose!
I think the best mental approach is to set high expectations for what you write and a low bar on the money you'll make. Publishing is essentially a casino of gambled hope.
Finally, never forget the emotional, financial and critical support of those close to you. Without them I wouldn't be here.
Johnathan: Yes, Yes, and Yes!
'We'll have what he's having'. 😛
I had no idea you had so many books to your credit, Jack. You are to be congratulated!
Your experience shows me why being an Indie Author and learning how to sell and market your books is so important today. I know you as a speculative poet, but if your heart is in prose, you should remain there.
Thanks, Wendy. It's been wonderful getting recognition for my poetry too, from publications such as your Eccentric Orbits anthologies. I have learned to go where the Muses lead... :-)
great stuff and congratulations again, Jack.
It is good you provide that context for the younger writers out there.
I have had most everything rejected countless times- wear it as a badge of honor.
Eventually, the audience catches on, all we can do is keep writing and hope for the best,
Good luck to you!