IWSG - it's purpose is "To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!" Find the website here.
During January I polished my novella, and this month plan to send it out so anxiety levels are increasing. I'm fully expecting lots of rejects, but that doesn't mean that I won't feel pretty useless and unwanted each time it happens. By next month I will probably be a quivering mess!
i understand that fear of rejection thing.....I get terribly sad when no one buys my crafts. Or they come to my table and praise everything, then walk away w/o buying.
ReplyDeleteI had exactly that happen yesterday JoJo, loads of praise but no buyers, so frustrating! x
DeleteIt is the worst part of this process, but keep pushing that yes is out there.
ReplyDeleteThanks Brandon :) x
DeleteStopped in to meet you since we're going to be on the same team for the A to Z Challenge!
ReplyDeleteHiya! I need to do that too, but have been so busy. Was planning to put today aside to catch up on blogs - but now have to plan a presentation for an interview tomorrow! Never enough time :) x
DeleteSomehow expecting them never really cushions the blow, does it? Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tara :) x
DeleteJanuary DID go by fast. And February is even shorter!!
ReplyDeleteI'm querying right now, so I'll be a quivering mess with you.
Good luck - let's hope for cheering together rather than quivering together :) x
DeleteEvery one you send out is one closer to a yes!
ReplyDeleteAnd if you're a quivering mess in a month, perfect timing for the next IWSG.
Hi Alex, topic already covered for next month then LOL! x
DeleteRejection is part of the process. Don't let it give you a case of nerves. All it means is that the best is yet to come :)
ReplyDeleteHope so MJ :) x
DeleteGood luck Suzanne. I hope you get at least one request.
ReplyDelete.......dhole