I turned 32 this week, and the celebrations have left me struggling to return to work mode. As with most writing projects, the hardest part is starting. So, I’m kicking myself in the butt this morning to compile a list of writing and editing tips for you. In honour of my 32nd year, why not make it 32?
It’s such a disappointing feeling to pour your heart and soul into a story or post, release it to the world, expecting huge fanfare, but instead, watching your hard work float in an internet no-mans-land. You find yourself wondering: Has anyone seen it? Does anyone like it? Did it help anyone? Do they hate it? Am I full of crap and everyone knows it? Oh God, I’m a terrible failure!
STOP RIGHT THERE.
You’re a very talented writer and everyone deserves to be blessed with the chance to read your gorgeous words. You’ve put yourself out there, which takes tremendous courage, and you should be commended for that. However, you could be making one tiny mistake that’s costing you the traffic your work should be getting.
