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Kelly Carey's avatar

The push and pull of needing external validation vs writing for oneself -- I FEEL IT!!!

On those days when I wonder when I will ever sell my next manuscript and feel the joy of sharing my words with a reader, I hold onto the wonderful community of people the endeavor to publish has brough into my life. That gratitude and those people push me forward until I can achieve validation from a reader.

Thank you for sharing your essay -- it resonated!

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Lori  Pohlman's avatar

Thank you for the encouragement, Allison! I promise to pass it on! So important and appreciated.

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