People constantly ask me when they will become a “real” writer. They believe that because they aren’t published they cannot call themselves a writer.
What a load of baloney!
My definition of a writer is anyone who engages in the art of writing.
If you:
Work on a novel
write articles
write short stories
write poetry
write non-fiction books
write features
undertake commercial writing (copywriting)
write blurbs
Or do any other form of writing – whether you’re published or not – you’re a writer.
It doesn’t matter if you’re not published; what matters is you are in the process of trying to get published.
Don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. As a person who is endeavouring to get published, you are definitely a writer!
I learned a very long time ago that I am the only person I have to please.
Negativity is one of the worst things a writer should endure. Place positive people around you, have a positive mindset, and keep practising and submitting – these are the things that will help you get published!
Til next time…
Cheryl
