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My Favorite Writing Quotes

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How to Tell What's "Good"

Getting Published (your chances and what it takes)

What Publishing Gives You (and what it doesn't)

What Publishing Gives You

This is a link to the best article I've read on getting published—what it gives you and what it doesn't. When I give it to my students, some of them find it depressing, but I think it's better to go into the profession with your eyes open. I've seen too many writers get their first book deal and, because of unrealistic expectations, what should be a wonderful experience turns into a disappointing one.

So here it is if you want to take a look:

 

Measures of Success What Publishing Your Book Really Means