@DanCreaMundos
don't write expecting to become a millionaire or have a lot of fans, write to make a difference in the world, it doesn't matter if you affect the life of 10 or 1 million people, it matters if you managed to make the life of at least 1 person better using only your words. That is what a successful author is. If after that you get rich an famous, even better if that's what you wanted, but don't make it your main goal or you'll be painfully disappointed, writers who can have those 2 things and are still alive are less than 1%
@deplorablerdk174
I get about 70 to 80 pages written, and my confidence in writing the story is depleted. I'm always extremely excited when I come up with a new idea for a book that I can spend days writing. I've recently learned that I shouldn't be trying to edit as I write. That was one problem that was destroying my will to continue writing. I was told to get a rough draft written and finished. Then begin the editing process. I now have a book with 76 pages that I hope I can get an editor to read and give me feedback. I need a bit of a confidence boost because I feel as though the further I get into the story, the worse it becomes.
@dameanvil
0:00 💡 Writers often misjudge their book's weaknesses, focusing on elements they excel at while overlooking major issues. 1:31 🤔 Writers tend to underestimate their own strengths, often needing reassurance about their talents. 2:01 🔄 Authors frequently underestimate the extent of revision required, needing psychological readiness for substantial editing. 2:42 📚 Authors often overlook point of view issues, which significantly impact narrative coherence and reader engagement. 3:32 🧠 Most writers handle criticism well, being open to feedback and eager to revise. 4:46 😊 Writers tend to be optimistically hopeful about their book's success, often envisioning grand outcomes. 5:45 💡 Execution is key: A strong concept is valuable, but the effective implementation is what truly defines a book's success. 6:47 🏗 Structural issues are common and challenging for writers to spot, necessitating external feedback for improvement. 7:52 🌟 Many talented writers exist, each with a unique story to tell, so writers should embrace their individuality and not feel intimidated by competition.
@R.L.Sutton
I'm just going to say it. I am the author of a comic book that has been published and distributed in Japan. In December 2020, a total of three copies were sold on the first day. In fact, three issues were released in the series. The emotional reward of achieving X does not offset the monetary or laborious expenses involved in creating a book. I accepted the failure as my own and refrained from distorting it in any manner.
@timj9767
I have been working on a project, and I kind of figured that if I could sell 200, or even just have 200 readers, it would be a success to me, but then I thought that was stupid. Thanks for saying that about the true measure of success.
@joshuam2212
i like that you tell the writer what they are doing well instead of just dumping all the bad on them watch this very popular book editor bragging how he tears the writer apart because that's the only way they will get better
@jeffmcmahon3278
Something tells me that you have been a teacher at some stage in your life. If not, then I feel you would make an excellent one. Well done, mate.
@mungoslade
writers who hire editors probably take feedback well. i ran a writers group for 4 years and i'd say it's 50/50 at that level
@TheChannelOfDR
This does indeed motivate me to continue writing...
@jeffreychandler8418
it's so affirming to hear that structure is the hardest thing because in my scientific writing I'm made to feel like such a shitty writer because I "can't do basic structure" when I SWEAR my structure is actually fine. Hearing that the structure needs work, but it's okay, everyones structure needs work, is so nice to hear.
@Myfreetherapy
After 2.5 years, 3.5 drafts, 2 beta readers (One of whom fell in love with the story and used her creative writing degree and skills as an English teacher to edit my book), I have really enjoyed your video. Especially about the execution of the concept being 95% of the book.
@philiplombardo249
I’ve been a professor of linguistics and English for several years, and I finally decided to start writing my fiction novel. This past semester, I worked during my spare hours in my office and wrote many pages. I found that the production of language, the linking of all of the ideas logically and conceptually together for the various parts, and making the text fun, clear, and interesting page-after-page can be quite a collective challenge… yet, a welcome challenge! Thank you for your videos. I’ll be checking out more of them so I can stay better on track…
@asquirrelplays
I'm glad you took the time to talk about #2. So many "writers" out there that have gotten at least 1 book out love telling you that "the first thing you need to learn is that your writing sucks". And then they go on about how much your editor is gonna mark up your stuff. I mean, on one hand I get it, but it's such a crappy way to deliver the message and so many people seem to love doing it. Gets a little aggravating after a while. That said, I have a deep appreciation for editors who take the time to highlight the things you did well. Learning from your mistakes is of course a great way to go, but not only is it nice to hear the "you did this well", it's also a learning experience. Nice to know when something didn't just "barely squeak by" and instead actually performed really well. I'm new here and not sure why the video randomly cropped up, but I'm glad it did.
@shebreathesingold8043
You sound like someone I'd like to hire. Of course, I'm writing a multi-book series and don't have the money, but I appreciate this kind of insight. It's still very helpful.
@madcapsules4479
Thanks! I needed to hear some of this, because... man, we can get stuck in our own head sometimes (and that can be a dark and scary place)!
@hicks7884
5:09 Couldnt agree more. My favourite manga Ive read this year so far is My Broken Mariko. The main character goes on a journey to spread the ashes of her best friend who died of suicide. The story is very simple but the way it was executed made me loved the book. Some panels were drawn like it was a comedy, with the characters being off-model and then the next panel would be a heart breaking scene. My favourite scene from that book was when the MC had a poignant conversation about suicide on a beach but the panel was focused on a sign that said "Suicide isnt illegal but littering is!"
@annaissodone
i'm a writer and i know if someone read my work and gave me with criticisms that are not straight up bashing my book/plot/characters i would be so seated to hear what they had to say! feedback is so crucial and there's really not enough of it sometimes.
@sj9703
Thanks for presenting your advice with gentle respect and honesty. Everyone knows that us writers are all precious little snowflakes with fragile egos so positivity without sugar coating it, is appreciated.
@AmiAmiKainer
I am currently in the process of writing my first novel. I have always dreamed of writing a book since my young teenage years, and have finally decided to just 'sit down and do it!' Videos such as these are so helpful and inspiring to inspiring author's such as myself. Thank you for all the work you do, and the inspiration behind your video. :)
@cjpreach