So my last blog is what you shouldn't ask/tell a writer, (when you aren't a writer yourself) Now, for the ones if you ARE a writer.
- Can I come to you if I have any questions? (This pertains to those who want to be writers)
- A real writer always has their door open.
- Do NOT go running to them about every little question. For example: Should I have my character do this? My answer: I don't know! What did that character do before hand? Do you still want that character to live? Better yet, you figure it out. Because if we tell you what we would have the character do if we were writing it, you'll get mad at us for ruining your story.
- If you've written a book, asking, 'Will you read my work?'
- More often than not, I say no. Because I'm a bitch.
- No. Because I'm brutally honest. And those who know me, value my opinion more.
- I will say, I couldn't read it. I will say, it needs work. I will reject it from the getko when I know it's something that doesn't even remotely interest me. I'd already be setting you up for failure and that's not right.
- Do you know what publishers are looking to bring on authors?
- Raise your hand if you've been guilty of this question. *Raises hand*
- I'll tell you the same thing I've been told.
- No. Do your research. Each publishing house takes on different authors.
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