tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post3185208388748152236..comments2024-03-08T20:41:23.825-08:00Comments on Author Heather McCorkle: A Moment Of DoubtHeatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-16030573576318547052010-02-01T08:04:00.120-08:002010-02-01T08:04:00.120-08:00It does get a lot better after you find an agent. ...It does get a lot better after you find an agent. Then you know there's a least one person in the industry that wants to see your book in print! I wish I could tell you the rejection letters get easier but they don't. Just remember how many all those NY Times bestsellers got before they found their agents! The road isn't an easy one but the trek makes us stronger.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-46874530277246618412010-01-31T14:21:02.278-08:002010-01-31T14:21:02.278-08:00Love how Marisa Birns put it, so very true.
I am ...Love how Marisa Birns put it, so very true.<br /><br />I am at the agent stage where I am constantly doubting myself as an author and I keep returning to the manuscript to tweak this and that (probably things that don't really even need changed) just to make myself feel more secure about a manuscript that many have already told me is great. I've only received a handful of rejections (a small amount compared to some authors who are now NY Times bestsellers) but it still hurts every time, and waiting is a nightmare. <br /><br />I can only hope it feels a little better after you find an agent, as at least you have a professional on your side now, but I know it's still not a painless process.<br /><br />Thanks for the post, Heather!Lindseyhttp://www.thewritewords-lindsey.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-25801818517987602382010-01-30T09:17:09.381-08:002010-01-30T09:17:09.381-08:00So true Shanna. The support of my blog followers, ...So true Shanna. The support of my blog followers, Twitter followers, and Facebook friends has kept my head above water many times. I'm thankful for everyone of you!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-86518498402580906102010-01-29T17:25:07.999-08:002010-01-29T17:25:07.999-08:00Getting support from friends & online fans is ...Getting support from friends & online fans is a great way to stem the tide of doubt, I've found. When you're feeling down and as if it's all pointless or you just aren't worth crap, getting an encouraging word from those that support you can make a world of difference.<br /><br />I also like to try and write something short & interesting for a site like Hubpages or Helium, as the feedback I get always helps boost my sagging ego a bit.Shannahttp://digitopus.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-91453098687893984782010-01-28T21:07:27.205-08:002010-01-28T21:07:27.205-08:00So true Emma! Guess that demon is going to be a re...So true Emma! Guess that demon is going to be a regular visitor! that's okay, I know how to fight him. No idle hands here ;)Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-70304263093128175562010-01-28T21:03:26.372-08:002010-01-28T21:03:26.372-08:00Thanks Marisa! I will remember that!Thanks Marisa! I will remember that!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-6785198118241390482010-01-28T21:00:50.895-08:002010-01-28T21:00:50.895-08:00It visits us all but I try not to let it get me do...It visits us all but I try not to let it get me down. Have no fear Krissi, the right person to represent you is out there and they're going to find you I just know it! Having Phantom Island out there already will help bring you two together!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-19805282595999077442010-01-28T17:52:06.817-08:002010-01-28T17:52:06.817-08:00I'm sorry that you're dealing with the dou...I'm sorry that you're dealing with the doubt demon - I understand it on a totally different level as I am quietly doing the agent search right now. (Something I DO NOT discuss with people at all. Before I published, I experienced LOADS of rejections - it's better this time around, but still...) And while I have a lot working in my favor, I also have a lot against me... It seems that so much of this business is personal preference with agents and publishers... that means that someone out there will love your books and provide the right home when the time is right! And you're so smart to keep writing and keep your personal enthusiasm up! You never know what will come about with the next manuscript... You are a strong lady, Heather, and I wish I had the resources to make those dreams come true - you are definitely worthy of it! Hang in there.Krissi Dallashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11577952633318939577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-19205315140968255962010-01-28T16:08:00.686-08:002010-01-28T16:08:00.686-08:00Yes, just think of the doubt demon as using smoke ...Yes, just think of the doubt demon as using smoke and mirrors to make himself what's he not: Real.Marisa Birnshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17945909737147497606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-551608342749773751.post-20457149047643028482010-01-28T16:04:45.768-08:002010-01-28T16:04:45.768-08:00I agree - and these fears will persist even when w...I agree - and these fears will persist even when we are published. The "But is it good enough to publish?" will transmute into "But will anyone like it?" to "Will my next book be any good?" ad infinitum!<br /><br />So I agree with tackling those fears as early on as we can... I'll get back to you when I know how to nail it! xEmma Newmanhttp://www.enewman.co.uknoreply@blogger.com