One of the greatest bedeviling and possibly soul crushing experiences a new writer faces is, who to let see that precious oh so precious story and all its gleaming words that you have struggled to hone until they shined the brightest. I am talking about early readers to some extent but also editors. Luckily Sarah Hoyt, even on her sick bed, has taken time to write about this subject.
Here is one snippet to ponder: The longer I live and write the more two truths become evident: 1- David
Weber is right. It’s all about the voice. A confident, strong,
enthusiastic voice will hide a multitude of sins. 2- Pratchett is
right. The secret to success is to be yourself as hard as you can.
Go READ it. Has plenty of good stuff that is giving me a lot to think on.
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