Here is a blurb from my first ever Sunflower Scribe Blog Post:
In June 2010, inspiration struck. My first children’s book main character, Iris the Colorful Spider was born. The manuscript is written and now I am learning more about the editing and publishing process. The journey has just begun and I have finally found my focus. I want to be a Writer. I have come to terms with the fact that this may be a process that is years in the making but, I am up for it! Carpe Diem! I hope you enjoy the ride! I know I will.
So how am I doing in my journey now you ask?
Well, let’s see…
I’ve written 12 new picture book manuscripts, several short stories, and 1 1/2 chapter book manuscripts.
I’ve submitted and received many rejections (heartbreaking!) as well as a handful of acceptances! My acceptance rate right now is 9.5% (I’ve always liked thinking in percentages!)
But really that’s not the point….
Do I still love writing? Yes!
Have I improved at it? Yes!
Do I still have a whole lot to learn? Yes, and I always will.
Have I met wonderfully awesome fellow writers who share the same dreams of publishing their stories? Yes!
Each year my life experiences help to shape who I become as a Writer and where I turn to for inspiration. It’s as much a part of me now as drinking water daily. That is what the journey is all about. Where are you in your writing journey? Or perhaps another type of journey altogether?
THAT is a lot of progress for the first six months of the year. Congratulations!!
Thanks Julie —
This is actually my progress from the past two years. =)
This year I am very happy to be participating in your 12×12 in 12 Challenge. I got a little behind in May, but I have 5 full manuscripts completed. Wish me luck in the last week of June as I try to complete a PB for June. =) How are you doing?
It is a great thing to reflect where you are in your journey.