“The more work you do up front and the more you get your mindset right, the more likely your chances of success are.” - Savannah Gilbo
In this episode, I'm giving you a glimpse behind the scenes and sharing some of the key takeaways I learned from coaching writers this year. I hope that you'll be able to reap some of the benefits of these lessons so that you can move forward with your writing in the most efficient way possible.
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Here’s a preview of what’s included:
[01:50] It's easier to make progress when surrounded by a community of like-minded writers.
[05:48] Before your query letter and submission materials, you should have a finished draft of your synopsis and get outside feedback from a developmental editor or beta readers.
[09:53] Why do more writers seem to be choosing self-publishing over traditional publishing?
[15:04] Savannah’s recommendation of starting a story at a different place and how perfectionism has also impacted almost every writer I worked with this year.
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