The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly of Publishing a Novel

[kimberleylittle]

I've debated for three months whether to be perfectly honest about what I've been through the last few months and I decided that it's not really that big of a secret (except that at first I was just so humiliated and depressed and trying not to think I was the world's worst writer ever).

AND my agent assures me that I am NOT ALONE. That this sort

Comments

[robinellen]

Wow -- that's a lot of stress! I've heard a few stories like yours, and each time, I have to admit I wonder if I really want to be published or not...it's a toss-up right now! (But I'm still writing, just in case, hehe.)

[kimberleylittle]

I'm glad you're still writing . . . truly there are days when I wonder myself . . .

And I appreciate your comment here!

[mguibord]

This does sound hair-raising. But you know- you're still in a great position- you have produced a lot of material and your editor likes what you've got. I'll bet it all works out great and that finished novel becomes a super YA. Good luck!

[kimberleylittle]

You have such confidence in me! Wow, and thanks so much, truly.

[gsgood]

Wow. My head is spinning. And I'm so impressed.
Way to go!
Augusta

[kimberleylittle]

Thanks, Augusta! I need me one of those non-spinning days. I'd love a week, actually. (And I LOVE your user pic, it's darling!)

[kimberleylittle]

So true . . . and thanks so much for your kudos and hurrahs. I really appreciate the support and friendship.

[rowanda380]

I don't think any writing is ever wasted. I was just saying this same thing to another friend. You will find a way to use what you wrote and make it new and wonderful. Also, you are one hard working momma!

[kimberleylittle]

Yeah, with two babies as well as big kids underfoot, too. LOL! Trying to find the silver lining. Fingers crossed I can rewrite the tweener into a YA. :-)