Billy O’Keefe
Honestly, this is such cliched advice at this point, but just sit down and write it. That's the hardest part.
Writing a book, even a kids book that's more pictures than words, is intimidating, and there are countless ways to talk yourself out of ever getting started. Same with trying to promote and sell the book later. Doubt, anxiety, imposter syndrome and any number of other ailments come with the territory when embarking on a career to which there is no invitation. Face and respect those obstacles, but don't let them talk you out of bringing a story you believe in to life. As bad as doubt is, regret feels far worse. And you don't need an invitation or anybody's approval to tell your story.
Writing a book, even a kids book that's more pictures than words, is intimidating, and there are countless ways to talk yourself out of ever getting started. Same with trying to promote and sell the book later. Doubt, anxiety, imposter syndrome and any number of other ailments come with the territory when embarking on a career to which there is no invitation. Face and respect those obstacles, but don't let them talk you out of bringing a story you believe in to life. As bad as doubt is, regret feels far worse. And you don't need an invitation or anybody's approval to tell your story.
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