Cintia asked Elizabeth Johns:

I'm an aspiring writer, but I'm dealing with two things: I get discouraged every single day because 96% of manuscripts are rejected, and I haven't had an idea for years, literally. There's too many people wanting to be writers, and knowing there's so much competition just kills me a little every day. When I get motivated, immediatly something appears about the industry that kills it. Any tips on how to deal with this?

Elizabeth Johns Hi Cintia, I'm sorry you are discouraged. It is very easy in this business! I think if it were me, I would try to go back to why I began writing in the first place. Do it because you love it, and write what you love to read. There are many options open to authors now, and many resources, so you don't have to go the traditional route. Most successful authors I know were rejected many times before striking the perfect match. Don't give up on your dreams! ~EJ xx

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