tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post1877399959294514491..comments2024-03-24T13:49:53.099-04:00Comments on Romance Books '4' Us: It's All About the JourneyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-25627429741568495622013-12-02T10:32:16.505-05:002013-12-02T10:32:16.505-05:00Thanks so much for the kind words, Paris. And Than...Thanks so much for the kind words, Paris. And Thanks for stopping by! ((HUGS))Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-61161519231770667242013-12-01T18:08:34.703-05:002013-12-01T18:08:34.703-05:00Very interesting post! I'm so glad that when o...Very interesting post! I'm so glad that when one door closed another opened for you. Wishing you much success with your new publisher(s)!Parishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18430750954598484156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-47621355992194014962013-11-30T17:38:37.892-05:002013-11-30T17:38:37.892-05:00Thanks so much, Gemma. I figured a lot of people h...Thanks so much, Gemma. I figured a lot of people here would see a part of themselves in my journey. That's why I told it. We're all in this together and sometimes it helps to hear about how other people have overcome struggles to succeed. I personally find it very motivating. Thanks so much for stopping by!Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-29292849411491850952013-11-30T17:36:23.814-05:002013-11-30T17:36:23.814-05:00Thanks Melissa. I think it's important to peri...Thanks Melissa. I think it's important to periodically take a step back and see how far you've come already. I think, as writers, we are always looking forward to that next goal/challenge/whatever. It's just as important, IMHO, to see how much progress you've made over the past month or year. It's stuff like that that helps keep you motivated. Thanks so much for stopping by!Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-53816243685109377332013-11-30T17:33:12.585-05:002013-11-30T17:33:12.585-05:00You are very welcome, Jean. I'm glad you liked...You are very welcome, Jean. I'm glad you liked it!Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-18542451547652027452013-11-30T16:51:55.172-05:002013-11-30T16:51:55.172-05:00Thanks for sharing your journey, Suzanne. There ar...Thanks for sharing your journey, Suzanne. There are echoes of my own in your words... I'm thrilled for your career success!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10005215075724810989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-86340635674779753642013-11-30T12:41:25.091-05:002013-11-30T12:41:25.091-05:00Wonderful post. Congrats on your successes. I'...Wonderful post. Congrats on your successes. I'd love to get to the point you are someday, and that's going to take determination. So I'm sitting and writing. I'm sharing my stories and making friends. Nothing is as important as getting to know other authors and readers, as well as learning your craft! I love your list and will keep it in my mind, esp. when I feel discouraged.Melissa Keirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10247037321769755660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-89333878130340679432013-11-30T12:27:16.092-05:002013-11-30T12:27:16.092-05:00Great advice...Hard to keep going sometimes, but e...Great advice...Hard to keep going sometimes, but essential. Thanks for a good column.jean hart stewarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12287808234288499369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-20873470351014991992013-11-30T10:09:31.411-05:002013-11-30T10:09:31.411-05:00Thanks so much, Cara. You are absolutely right - w...Thanks so much, Cara. You are absolutely right - we need to enjoy the process. And I firmly believe that it will happen if you just don't give up. Thank you so much for stopping by! ((HUGS))Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-37697513025856507762013-11-30T09:31:47.570-05:002013-11-30T09:31:47.570-05:00Suzanne, this is wonderful advice, and I agree on ...Suzanne, this is wonderful advice, and I agree on every point. Like all writers I've had great disappointments and some terrific highs too. I'm still trying to find my place and hoping for that one book that will go viral, but I agree it's all about the writing. Long ago I read that writers who quit never publish so I won't quit although writing and promoting is hard work.<br /><br />Congrats on your sales to Pocket and St. Martin's. You've worked hard for your success. I love your covers.Cara Marsihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05384839120633419382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-44651982558821102102013-11-30T09:15:16.566-05:002013-11-30T09:15:16.566-05:00Thanks Rose! Some of these lessons were tough to l...Thanks Rose! Some of these lessons were tough to learn, and some I tend to forget, lol. One thing I like about this business is that you are constantly learning, growing and evolving. Most of the time, opportunity strikes when things are the darkest and you feel like giving up. You just have to keep your head down and keep writing. The successful writer is one who never gave up. :)Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-39174227377601893342013-11-30T09:12:31.003-05:002013-11-30T09:12:31.003-05:00Oh Sandy - I think finding a support group is so i...Oh Sandy - I think finding a support group is so important! I KNOW I never would have survived in this business if it wasn't for my critique group. It's so awesome watching everyone grow as writers, too.<br /><br />I think a lot of this business isn't just what you know, but who you know. Still connecting with your mentor is good, but I have recently learned that it's important to keep reaching out and making friends in this business. Not just publishing professionals and writers who are very successful, but others who are struggling as well. That writer you gave character development advice to last week could be a NYT best seller next year. Stuff happens that fast. <br /><br />It's so hard when you feel your writing career has plateaued, but hang in there. Next year/month/week something could 'pop' and everything can change. Just keep at it! :)<br />Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-57299033176888247772013-11-30T09:03:36.273-05:002013-11-30T09:03:36.273-05:00Thanks Tina. I'm so glad you liked the post! S...Thanks Tina. I'm so glad you liked the post! Since you have been writing for a while, I'm sure you could related to some of my struggles. :)Suzanne Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09099671524674141729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-79503634403168052752013-11-30T08:57:42.875-05:002013-11-30T08:57:42.875-05:00Useful points all. Thanks for sharing Suzanne.Useful points all. Thanks for sharing Suzanne.Rose Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04429566802562925080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-46936853332491191182013-11-30T08:25:28.021-05:002013-11-30T08:25:28.021-05:00Yes, I'm one of the struggling authors, Suzann...Yes, I'm one of the struggling authors, Suzanne. I tried Harlequin many times in my early years, but my books didn't fit their lines. <br /><br />I was lucky when I retired that I found a mentor on Charlotte Hill's group who was willing to work with me. I'm still with her to this day. I have stayed with her, but you may be right and it's time to try a different way in order to get the recognition I want. <br /><br />It's just hard to cut the umbilical cord. lolSandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01843816981385732033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5742415355016995707.post-11856523772726463072013-11-30T08:21:29.367-05:002013-11-30T08:21:29.367-05:00Great post and advice, Suzanne. :)Great post and advice, Suzanne. :)Tina Donahuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07160021732404091277noreply@blogger.com