querying sucks. finishing my book, looking for a literary agent VLOG 💀🖇️ + loneliness and giving up.
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*phew*. WHAT A VLOG. this week's video is the well requested QUERYING VLOG. i have been querying project.ghost for a little under 3 months. and i've had my EXPERIENCE of the query trenches. watch me cry, crumble and struggle through querying my book for 20 minutes. i really want the true feelings of writers to be more at the forefront of authortube. i want people to find relatability and comfort in my experiences. i want to be open and share the struggles as well as the exciting times of a writer's journey. and if that means crying in front of the camera - so be it.
i am not giving up on this book, and i am doing mentally okay - so please don't worry about me! i really just wanted to capture a writer's suffering - a writer's vulnerable moments - to express how we are all so human and to spread the word that: writing SUCKS sometimes. i hope you truthfully gain something from this vlog - it took me a while to compile and also some of my soul to put on the internet. so please watch the whole way thru to help me know you appreciate me!! thank you, so much. for everything. i adore you all ♡✧｡
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- and yes, i cannot spell mediocre.
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god Ana i want to hug you so bad
have you thought about self publishing?
@@TiaLove28 this is a good recommendation. It won’t necessarily mean you will keep on self publishing. But it is a good stepping stone. I’ve had professors who self published their first few novels, then found an agent. So that is also an option for you
@@nadineehlers711 thank you!! yeah i thought maybe it would be a bit easier. publishing houses are looking at the money and overall popularity. but that doesn't mean it's not a story worth reading. i don't think i'd go through a publishing house to start off either 💞
me too
You are not alone... there are plenty of us that are just living the exact thing as you are, especially the burnout... and loneliness. Get up and glow/romantize your work and life. I do really admire your courage to speak out. Go fiercely!🎉❤😊
Ana, please don‘t ever give up on something that means so much to you. Print out your book, design a cute cover that you like. Put it on a shelf for everyone to see and show it to everyone. You made this!!! No matter whether it‘s published yet or not. It‘s a story only you could come up with, and one day, it will be released into the world. Maybe that day is tomorrow, maybe in a year, maybe ten. But until then, be proud of what you made! ❤️ sending you love from Germany!
Im really grateful to have a friend whos a writer now. Shes not an author--shes a screenwriter thats gonna study film, but we can relate on some level.😊😊
Liane Moriarty is one of my favorite writers and she is Australian & a bestselling author ❤ Also Markus Zusak who wrote the book thief is also Australian. Hope that can motivate you a little 🥺
Being from a country where it is very rare to find someone passionate about writing, I understand how you feel, Ana. My parents know I write, but they have never praised me for it or even tried to read it. I've never had someone tell me that my writing is good and I've never had anyone tell me it's awesome or great to have a very abstract hobby like people my age. The feeling of being alone is the worst for me as someone who has been writing on my own for my entire life. Ana in my eyes you are an amazing person and all your projects and the way that you are so passionate about writing made me love your channel with all my heart. Keep trying girl! In my opinion, agents only accept trending genres. I've heard of many authors that have become best sellers that got 1000+ rejections from agents. I will always want to read your books and I know one day you'll find an agent that would love your book. As always, love you, Ana❤
I enjoyed reading your comment :+)
Hello Ana, I am also an aspiring author, and though I haven't sent my book out yet, I get what you're going through. The doubts, the despair, the disappointment. I am also lonely and don't get much support from my family as a writer. But I think it's important to be your own rock in this situation. You have a dream, and you're headed towards it, that's the most important thing. Keep writing, because we writers cannot live without it (I've tried), and the world will learn of you one day!
Your book will be read, it will be loved, it will be hated, but that's what makes it real. Although not published often, novellas can be amazing, for example: Animal Farm, Little Prince, A Christmas Carol, and more. Being a writer myself I know it can be heartbreaking when you pour your heart, soul, mind, time, energy, everything you have into your story and the characters you love and publishers reject or completely ignore, it digs deep but your can't let it find a home within you. Your not alone
* god. how much this vlog relates to me.. i just wanna publish my novella so much..
* but sometimes i don't feel like i'm actually a writer because i only write novellas and my books are soo short
* so ana, this is so relatable to me, i feel you, love 🩵
I'm really sorry this has been such a tough time for you, I'm also in the writing process and I can feel your anxiety and dejection through the screen like its my own.
Something to remind you of, hopefully it will be encouraging: A Wrinkle In Time was rejected 26 or so times before it was accepted, and now it's beloved by many. It's not about a number, it's about who you reach, when it comes to querying, I think.
Keep reaching out, don't give up on your novella, because it will fall into the right person's lap sooner or later, and it will most definitely be given the chance it deserves. Writing is such a personal thing, and I wholeheartedly believe it will reach someone--be it a publisher or a reader--and it will change a little piece of them that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives.
Don't give up on your work! It will never give up on you 💕💖💞
i've been watching your channel for a while now. you are hands down my favourite writer youtuber. you explain things perfectly for my brain to understand and learn and you're entertaining as well. when i learned we were the same age i was genuinely shocked, it gave me even more hope for my writing as i always figured my age was a boundary, but it isn't
i live in america unfortunately, but i also understand having friends online and in other countries, sometimes halfway across the world, and being alone is awful, i feel it pretty much daily. this may not do anything but, your videos have single handedly given me the motivation to write again, and i appreciate you and your channel. being friends with a person like you would be wonderful, and so i hope that soon you find people physically that you can enjoy spending time with, cause you definitely deserve it, everyone does
best of luck to you and i shall continue watching your videos :)
Oh and girl! Dont be down on yourself! There are a ton of authors like Stephen king that got a ton of rejections and your not alone.
6:10 every author has their own rythm dont worry about that! It's not a quantity thing and has NOTHING to do with your passion. I know this channel for very little but I can see through the screen how passionate you are about writing. So don't doubt that
exactly. some books just don’t click with agents so they don’t pick it up, it doesn’t mean you aren’t a good writer
Anaa. Gurl you're like the best yt author I know. You're the reason I started writing my own book. Please don't give up on Project Ghost because, you've been working on it for so long, and only you know how much this project means to you. Every single one of your 86.1k subs believes in you so YOU GO BESTIE 😍
it’s such a HUGE accomplishment to even have written a book and completed it! Not everyone can say they’ve written a book! I envy that because I’ve had a book idea for over a year and every time I struggle to start writing it. In all this time I’ve not even written a few pages 😅I end up hating everything I write and scrapping it. It makes me wonder if I’ll ever even complete a draft for it. Anyways, you should be really proud you’ve completed a book and with the amount of passion and drive you have I’m certain that you’ll find success, it might just take more time than you want. But hey, you already have thousands of people who would love to read your book including me so that should bring you some comfort
jumping straight into literary fiction is wild - don't give up though, Chloe Gong is from New Zealand (even smaller/further than Australia) and girl is killing it so your chances are definitely highter
love you ana 💛🥺 im so blessed to have met you in my writing journey !! i hope this vlog reaches more writers who are also querying. you are NOT alone! i once woke up in the middle of the night w/ an anxiety attack about a week or two into querying. it’s so insane… rejection is awful but it will never ever define you as a writer. the industry is brutal and subjective and unfair. BUT there are so so so many ppl who believe in you 💕 for what it’s worth some of my fav authors are australian & very successful
Wipe those tears gurl. The world does not deserve them. I know how hard it is to be a writer. My time in Sri Lanka, it had been very hard because well, there are fewer people here who'd publish a book by a non-native person. Now in England, it's not much different. They refuse my books because well, they are novellas. I've cried so much about being rejected for a whole five projects I've written. And why? simply cause their novellas. It's hard. I know. I think I know better than anyone. And what does my family say? "You're not experienced enough to be a writer anyway. Try thinking about your high school life."
I can go on and on about my life but I won't. Right now, you need to know that you're not alone. I'm only 15 years old and probably my advice isn't gonna be important. But just know that you are doing great. You are an awesome person. You're a great singer, a passionate songwriter, and a very creative and talented writer. Don't worry about what other people think. Slowly work your way up to writing a novel. It's not easy, believe me I always fail at trying big books but one day, it'll be worth it. All those novellas you wrote, find someone who appreciates it Find someone who'd say, "Wow. This is great. We can publish this without a doubt." Don't dwell on one thing. You'll do fine bestie. Luv you. 🥰💗
Hi Ana,
I recently found your channel and I just want to say that you inspire me alot. I know that I am watching this late because at this point you have gotten your proof copy and stuff which is so exciting, But I want to tell you that you are not alone. Girl, I feel so good having found your channel, you are honestly one of the people that keeps me going to write my own book. I`m sure your book will be a success. You Rock!
thank you so much for taking the time to write this comment. i am so glad my experience is relatable to you. hopefully this book will be in ur hands soon!
Omg I can`t belive you replied back too me! Love you Ana:)@@ananeu
Ana, no, we luv u.
I’ve been struggling with creative burnout and I kinda want to throw all my stories away. Point is, I KNOW, someone will publish it, and we will all buy and love it. Keep trying!!!
Have you thought about mentioning your follower count/RUclips channel in your query letter? I've read that that can help because it shows you already have an established audience who wants to buy your book. This is primarily a business for them, so showing that you have the ability to market your book might help.
So many authors have experienced this and then later become published. It's hard to receive the rejection, but each one is leading you to that acceptance letter. I remember listening to Stephen King say that he would pin dozens of his rejection letters to his wall. Then one day he got an acceptance for Carrie and a 400k advance. You got this!
Hi Ana
i just wanna say that you are absolutely not alone!!! ive been following you on and off since i got my first idea for what i thought would be my very first novel. i found you thru your nanowrimo videos bc i thought i was gonna do nano to get this book written. turns out that idea wasnt strong enough on its own to be a novel, i burned out a week into the plotting process. i have been a writer all my life and have wanted to publish novels since i was a kid but have only really dabbled in nonfiction freelance work bc it pays. but recently, i began brainstorming ideas for a completely new book. thanks to you and your videos i feel a lot less alone and way more determined to start the journey to becoming a published author. i have no clue if this idea is really going to be my first book, but what i do know is that people like you have motivated me so much to just try and put words on the page. thank you so much for being so honest and real and for sharing your tips. we will all get there one day.
the querying process is definitely not the easiest, but you can do it! like every notable author that got rejected at first. 🖤
Hi, writer here! I wanted to comment on what you said about potentially pursuing a career in law. I had a similar debate last year. I had always wanted to be a full-time author and when people told me it was impossible or that I should find a real job (which was often) it only made me want to do it more. Anyway, after moving out on my own I had this realisation that I had stopped enjoying writing, and part of the reason why is because I had put huge pressure on my books to be financially lucrative. When I decided to pursue a stable career, what happened was my joy for writing actually came back because I could finally write more freely. I guess what I’m trying to say is, don’t see a career as “giving up” on your dream. See it as a way to support your dream. You can still get published even if you have a full-time job, and in fact that’s the case for pretty much every author out there.
I just stumbled upon this video and omg! I wanted to cry with you 🥹 There are definitely Aussie writers out there, myself included. You are not alone, wishing you all the best moving forward with your querying journey, don't give up! ❤
You are never alone. Because we are here for you Ana. We love you!!!
Ana! Vulnerability is strength, never forget that, and thank you for sharing this! 💕 you can shelve project ghost without giving up on it. It can be a story you release into the world later, after other projects. All of my favourite authors have had their stories rejected at some point. All of your favourite authors probably have, too. Have faith in yourself, the only sure way to fail is by giving up. This is your path, unique to you, and it's very brave of you to share it with us. You're amazing 💗💗💗
DONT GIVE UP!! ❤❤ if your parents don’t believe in your amazing dream then they aren’t good parents, your my motivation from writing and i will forever be grateful to you❤❤❤
I'm not going through the traditionally-published route but from what I've seen, you're feeling the exact same thing EVERY person I respect as a writer has gone through. The insecurity, the rejection, the self-doubt, the isolation, the exhaustion. So I just want to say that, you're not going through anything abnormal. And this is not to invalidate your feelings, but to tell you that this is the road. This is the process. You're on the right track. Right on schedule. DOING FINE. You're simply in what has been described as THE hardest part of the process by almost anyone, querying/submission/etc. This the part where everyone breaks down, everyone starts to question their choices. The fact that you're there means you pushed through the part 99% of people never even make it to to actually get to the REAL difficult part. All you have to do is keep going to get through it. I barely found your channel, but I can tell when someone has the passion to make them successful and you have it. KEEP GOING.
This video made me so emotional... I have a book that means the workd to me, but it is very very short atm and forcing myself to make it longer has just not worked... So I went on to a different project, but this one idea has stuck with me ever since it just won't let go.
I am terrified of starting querying one day when a book is as ready as I can make it, but videos like these, where people show the truth, the good, the bad, the weeks of quiet can help so man writers. It is extremely brave if you to show all of this to us, to open up and make ither wtiters feel less alone in their journey.
Writing can be such a solitary life and often times peoplenonly show the good parts... I appreciate videos about the reality of writing and querying.
I want to give you a big hug so bad. authors really deserve more recognition because we have SO MUCH to go through 💔 just think of how one day your book will be out in the world and someone will LOVE IT
Anas book is so good I just know it and those agents were blessed to read it. And it’s okay to self publish because so many people will buy your book
thank u🥹🫶🤍
Girl, you are strong, you are an amazing author, and those agents are judging your book by its cover. Shame on them for looking at the length and deciding they don’t like it without even reading it. No matter how long story’s are, they can still make a big impact! Like poetry can be short, yet so many people love it and loves the messages in the poetry! You are capable, you are worthy, heck, I only write sometimes once every 2 months! I’m spending Prayers your way!
I’m only a 1:31 in and omg I wanna hug you 😭 Stay strong! I know it’s hard right now but you have a whole community here that believes in you and is rooting for you! 🫶🏻🫶🏻
awe Ana, i wish i could fly to australia right now & give you a hug. & then we could go to beach & just chill. i know that you've got this, & i believe in you so much. i loved project ghost & what it showed of you, and when & in what form the world will receive it in, it will be loved by others too. thank you for sharing this & being so honest & vulnerable. don't let this setback derail you. keep writing, even if it's just in spite. you know i think the suffering is necessary, but it will lead to great writing. you've got this 💞💞
Ana, I haven't tried querying myself, but I feel you in many ways. Don't give up, take breaks when you need them, it's okay to be kind to yourself 💗. I'm proud of you and your efforts, and you should be too 💕. Project ghost will be published one day. Yes, the journey may be hard, but I believe in it and I believe in you.
All experience is good experience. You're doing great. I think this is a really typical experience for a lot of writers out there. You are not alone! Publishing is really hard! No joke. You are going to be so successful in life. Just keep pursuing your passions. Just because something doesn't work now, doesn't mean it won't work later. You can take a break. You can pivot. But don't stop. You're writing someone's favorite book rn. Keep that in mind.
Ana, i cant describe how much i want to give you a big hug. im not joking i started to tear up in the first part.
my parents dont believe in me, only my father. i relate to you. none of my friends write. and when i started
watching your videos i knew i could do it. seeing you get upset made my heart shatter as if someone threw it
into a wall. *You* have given us motivation, what about you though? If you are reading this, just know you are one
of my fav people. please dont give up. i cant do this without you. when i get home a *single* thought goes through
my mind, "Did Ana post?" as soon as i see a post from you, im telling you, a massive ear, to ear grin appears. Please dont quit.
please, please, please. im sorry if i sound like a five year old. Ana, you are the only reason i still write. the only reason
i havent given up.
ahhh i hope it gets better for you ana, good luck with your querying!
Thanks for sharing such raw emotions. It's very brave of you. What you've said in this video is verbatim what I've been thinking and it's a little comforting to know I'm not alone in feeling this way about my writing and especially how much time and energy I've put into it to only question if it has a place out there in the world and if anyone will like it. Anyway, I'm sure we'll both get out of the trenches some day soon. I've subscribed and will be cheering you on! ❤
Ana, I don't even know what to say... I've been following this journey of yours since the start and hoping so hard for you to be able to publish... you're so passionate about your books it's captivating! I'm not going to say I'm an author because I'm pretty young and I'm more headed towards drawing, but I'm no doubt writing a book and I can't even imagine how it feels to have something we love so much and put so much work on to be simply rejected... I'm really, really, sorry for you. I wish I could give you a hug haha but keep it up! From what I've seen, you're a GREAT author and I wish that one day I'll receive the notification of a video of yours saying that your book is getting published and I'll finally be able to see you happy, buy it and read one of the masterpieces you have written. Tysm for sharing this process with us, even being such a difficult one; stay strong and be sure you'll always have us here ❤
(Sorry for the long comment... I don't comment much, but when I do I get kinda carried away haha)
you are so brave and you have courage Ana. i dream to be like you. your books are enough, your art is enough, and most importantly you are enough. the world dose not deserve you bestie, you deserve the world. keep on trying to change the world with your work, because you deserve to be seen.
I understand you SOOO much Ana...I have no writing friends either, and I'm pretty young, younger than you actually, and I have issues with plotting and planning. Then I look at other peoples books and seeing them able to put their book together...It makes you want to cry and just give up, but just hang in there. I'm here for you ❤❤❤
hi ana, we all love you so much and i know one day you’re gonna publish your book and everyone is gonna love it ❤❤
Thank you for sharing this tough part of the writing journey, it is so cathartic tbh thank you, thank you. I'm glad you're moving forward with focusing on something else, as simply the length of Project Ghost is def too short for publishers to risk on---that means the idea itself is not what's being rejected, thats a silver lining right there.
Ana, my heart goes out to you right now. I completely understand how you are feeling. I've felt that same imposter syndrome to the point that I've never made it past the outlining stage of any of my ideas. But you have inspired me to keep going. I love your content and getting to follow along with your writing/publishing journey while I'm on my own journey. You are a wonderful person, and the world is better with you in it. Friendships are hard, especially as an introvert. But just know that there are people out there who care about you and want to see you succeed.
Side note, I just joined your discord! Can't wait to make so many new writer friends
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Ana i havent even read your work yet and i know its beautiful. Publishing is such a difficult process but i know you’ll get an agent, and then a publishing deal, and ill buy your book as soon as you announce its ready. You’re a good enough writer and you are strong enough to get through this
Love the excitement
ana - I’m 19 and australian as well, we’re in the same boat! I’m always feeling like I won’t be able to publish internationally, especially because my manuscripts are always so rooted in australian places and culture that it wouldn’t be understood internationally, whereas if I were american it wouldn’t be a problem hahah. It’s definitely discouraging :( but we’ll get there!! we’re young and learning and have so much time!
you could always look into self-publishing as well. you get so much freedom with it and you already have such a great platform of potential readers :)
all the best with it!! x
anaaaaa! you are an amazing writer and you should never talk down on yourself because of rejections!!! take it as a COMPLIMENT- your book is so unique and different that lit agents are too (pardon my french) püssy to take it on! you’re amazing and you will succeed 💕💕💕have faith
The waiting for fish to jump in your boat analogy proves everything I need to know about who you’re going to become. Stop worrying so much!!! Stop being like a little kid who’s only excited before they’re spoken down to, keep the kid in you while enduring the adult life stuff. Be like, there and you’re like ok let’s see how much this world can try to make me cry and go home and lets show them how undaunted I am at what usually stops other people from continuing. Be that!!!!! You got this you got everything stop stop worrying!
I dont do a lot of writing personally, but I do like watching videos of the writing process and your channel was piqued my interest because of that. Overtime, I grew to be really invested in your journey as a writer and was always checking up on your videos from time to time and cheering for you to succeed. So to come back and see you discouraged by the challenges you are facing makes me sympathize with you. Although I genuinely appreciate you being transparent in your journey, I want to encourage you to keep going. Although I can't relate to these specific writing challenges you are having, I can relate to that feeling of loneliness and hopelessness when faced with an obstacle in the way of your dream. You are right, it can be lonely, frustrating, and you might even get to the point of self-doubt and fear. But even in times such as these, this is your opportunity to power through. Everyone who dreams big goes through times such as these, but only those who persevere are the ones who succeed.
You can do it Ana. You clearly have a passion for writing and I know your light will shine through one way or another. You are an inspiration to all of us to chase our dreams. Don't lose hope. We are all cheering for you.
this is super relatable tbh it's okay girl❤
Ana dont give up you have inspired me to write and you are absolutely amazing you're fantastic and you WILL be successful You're absolutely amazing❤
hey Ana! we're so proud of you for finishing your book! not many people do that
Oh Ana :( I understand exactly how you’re feeling, I find myself in the same situation. But we’re here for you! You have a whole community behind you :)
I totally agree, I wish that more writer's with a platform would show this side of writing because I related so much to so many things you said in this vlog that it actually makes me tear up :') But I'm glad you shared this part of your writing journey with us! Sending much love your way
I think it´s admirable how open you have been in this video, thank you Ana 😊
It´s certainly difficult to show your story to the world. It´s something you have worked so hard for and got so attached to that you´re almost giving a part of youself away.
I´m sorry you have past through that (i would give you a huggg :) 🥺
I´m also a student and aspiring author and i understand the struggles of not been able to write many times a week. But that´s okay! We have to study and do other things and it´s totally valid to write whenever we can! The important thing is to do what we love and persue our talent!!
You know? You gave me an idea! In a few years, i may create a space for young writers to publish their stories, regardless of length or genre!
Thank you for all your encoraging videos, including this one. They are so helpfull and touchy.
P.S. : I would definitely buy proyect ghost if you end up self publishing!!
I have the exact same expirience stay strong your not alone i swear🙏
oh no ana 🥺 i might be miles away but i wanna give you a warm big hug 😭🩵
you're such an encouraging presence in the community 🫶
I feel exactly like this sometimes, Ana. I feel so passionate about my work and my stories, yet sometimes it feels like I’m alone when it pertains to having a true support system.
I’m American but I’ll be your friend if you want. Please keep pushing your stories. You will see success down the road.
thank you so much for sharing this hard time. i am a beginer writer hoping to publish, like you. i've been wanting to know how the process works. you are such an insperation ana, keep pushing!!!
You mentioned at this start of this about not knowing any Australian authors - my mind immediately went to Graeme Simsion. I know a different genre to yours (and technically born in NZ) but his Rosie books are incredible (award winning and optioned for film). Maybe worth seeing if bookstores nearest you ever do author signings, and then you can ask them questions about how they got published. Libraries also sometimes have a local authors section. Either of these are worth checking out, trawling the acknowledgements sections of their books to see who their agent is.
Feeling your pain, I know querying is where I'll go eventually but I'm tapping up self-pub first to try to build an audience for my books and then leverage that in my queries.
ANA GIRL DONT CRY WE LOVE YOU 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
ANA - This comment is literally months later but PLSSSS do not feel alone - Ik its hard when you have no actual physical friends but we all love you so much and I literally adore your vibes
Hi! I'm new to your channel but I thought your videos were wonderful and I just wanted to say you are doing amazing! The fact that you've persevered and have so many ideas and books is AMAZING! I hope you can find people who are close to you that believe in you and that support you because you deserve it! Please don't give up on your dreams or yourself. You are worth it. I know I'm just a random stranger on the interwebs but I believe in you!
another young Australian aspiring author here! i've only just started a new project so I'm nowhere near the querying stage, but I understand completely how scary and isolating it is to want to be an author living in Australia. i believe in your project!!!! the road seems long from where we stand but there are people at the other end of it waving us forward, and we only have to start crossing to eventually get there. all my best wishes, sending virtual hugs and motivation xxx
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I really want to see u succeed idk u have always motivating me to write and not feel useless as a write and a person thankyou
Ana I just want you to know that you inspire me a lot for my books. You inspire so many on RUclips so please don't give up! Also we shate the same dream, getting a bunch of writers together at a cabin and just hanging out. So hopefully maybe one day we all can meet up and inspire each other.
Thanks for sharing this honest vlog and your totally valid. you still for sure are a writer and im really sorry the querying is such a harsh and unclear process. Hoping you still achieve your dreams, remember all writer paths are different
Hey Ana...I feel loneliness all the time when I write. Not only writing, even other creative things such as designing, painting ,reading ,dancing, you name it. I do understand the bad side of being a writer. My friends doesn't even care to read whatever I wrote, not even a page. They don't even read anymore, which we always do. I don't even see a way that I can publish my books, also because I live in somewhere like Australia, where I don't feel like there's many authors here. I watch you videos because I can relate to you better than other authortubers out there. You're doing great, even through the pain...❤️
Gurl don't underestimate yourself. Love your work. Love yourself. No amount of rejection can take the passion out of the person who inspired me. You are one of those people who kept pushing me to write books. To keep on going. Your vlogs are one of my favorite things to watch. Your podcast; the BEST! So keep on going gurl. I'll be there with you. I luv you so much bestie. Mwah 💖💖💖(this is my second comment. I know.) B]
i can relate to this so much and i feel like this too so thank you for not making me feel so alone
Im so sorry, Ana! Its amazing that you even finished your book though, that must be a huge accomplishment, and definitely a dream of mine! From what I've heard, it's extremely difficult to publish a book. I have heard of multiple authors who have been declined many times before they got published, and their books are very popular now. Your book sounds so amazing and I would totally buy it if you get a it published, wishing you the best! ❤
omg🥺 dont feel alone i only been sub to u for a few week and i alr wanna be like u like the way u present yourself how u write and ur style its so inspiring ur making me want to write more i would love to be on ur level rn😅 so dont doubt yourself ever cuz ur amazing and i feel one the writing friend i wish i had one but i joined like a facebook group to communitcate with other writers its not the same but it helps so keep your head up❤ik we're just strangers but if u need to vent abt writing i am here and everyone that watches your vids are here for u
I am gonna cry to😭 It hits to see you like this. I wish I could hug you❤
The first season or two of the vampire diaries are very fun. It does go downhill from there but falls more into kitschy camp than just plain old bad imo
Thanks for showing the behind the scenes (struggles) of querying.
Thanks for being so real about this. I'm writing a novel, and I'm scared. But knowing that I'm not the only one thats scared reassures me.
Ana , getiing literary agents *is hard* that's the point and you really need a hug rn, so take your time okay? Baby steps to progress, you know who said that? You did, so take the moment and for yourself. Key is : DON'T GIVE YOURSELF A DEALINE, really it will make you very sad if you don't acheive it and hey.... have you thought about self publishing on amazon, because all your subscribers are gonna buy your book y'know :D?
lot's of love,
Adi
Watching the first clip of your vlog nearly broke me 😭 as someone who is sort of in the industry- I’d like to offer my two cents. But please please take take them with lots of grain of salt!! 🙈
1. I agree with the comment you mentioned in the video! Most agents are looking for full length novels! Not a ton of traditional publishers will publish a novella unless the author is super well known. And that’s usually after they successfully sold full-length novels. In any case, almost all literary agents are looking for novels. For novellas, what do you think about considering small presses? There are a lot of independent presses that will publish your novella for you! The process is quite similar (pitch, synopsis) but you’re pitching to that indie publisher and not a literary agent
2. When I query, I’d like to make sure the book is finished and as polished as possible! Agents aren’t necessarily only looking for ideas, they are looking for writers who know the book they are writing (genre and age category), writers who know how to finish a book, and writers who know how to take on feedback.
3. There are plenty of Australian writers who are traditionally published through literary agents! I recently read a book written by Vanessa Len who is an Australian author. Also Shelley Parker-Chan is also an Australian author and her series she who became the sun who has been Hugo nominated and also won many awards!
You’re doing great!! Take your time and enjoy the books you’re writing ☺️
Hi Ana! Me as a brazilian writer understands you. In my country be a writer is the same as saying 'I want to be a dragon', we as writers need a lot of courage and hope to not give up on this dream. I hope you get everything you wish. God bless your journey!
[sorry about my english. Is not the best, but i try😅]
your not alone , i know how you feel because I've been lonely before countless times in fact, but that doesn't mean your good days are gone it just means the good days are on they're way back to you . don't give up on your dream of being an author you'll get there i know it, i believe in you Ana and it's those agent's lose because they missed out on a great , fantastic, wonderfully, passionate and brilliant writer, it's they're lose , you are fantastic , don't give up on that dream of being an author it will come soon i know it, we're your friends and we will always be your friends especially in times like these , we will be here to help you through times like these , i promise , your not alone , you've got us.
ana, Ana, ANa, ANA, ANA!!!!!! have hope!!!! i love you and am always, always hugging you!!!!!!!! dont cry!!!! i'll cry!!! your amazing, awsome, just beautiful. its their loss for not having you!!!!!!!!!
Sending you so many hugs and support
Ana darling, as someone who is in the publishing process and is having serious burnout I felt this whole video on an inner connection level. And I hope you know that I and many others are always here to talk about it with you, you may not know me but I truly appreciate you trying to motivate us even when you’re not motivated. So don’t be afraid to let us do some of the work too dear. Always reach out!! ❤️❤️
i dont think anyone deserves this kind of feeling of rejection over and over again but its the harsh reality of things
i just hope you can get back up on your feet, ana, and persevere as a writer because i would really love to see a book of yours in the book shop with your name on it... good luck ❤❤
I live in France and I want to hug you so much! You are so brave to do that! Like really, you are one of my favorite RUclipsr for write
For a novella (I also think you mentioned it is literary fiction) have you looked into anthologies seeking submissions? This could be a good route for you to look into, who knows where it could lead ❤
there's a quote, i forget by who. that writing is the loneliness craft. i was born, raised, and currently live in america. i don't have any writer friends and aside from my family, i'm all i have. only one of my parents actually supports my craft and i'm overwhelmed by it all so much sometimes that i don't even want to be an author. so you aren't alone. :]
Write for you and if other people appreciate your work, then it's a bonus. Write cuz it makes you happy, cuz you feel like you have to, cuz you can't stop. Other people's validation don't really matter as long as you love doing what you do.
Besties, if people think you can't become an author, I believe in you in fact:
You is officially my writley comrade. You got this. Everybody got this.
I feel this, like being grateful you are living where you live, but you just feel your hopes crumble sometimes when you see how most big authors come from the UK/US (I'm from Germany, and while my parents and friends see the potential in me and the way I use my words, I do feel like I keep on self-sabotaging especially because I'm scared I'll a.) never finish because of my habits breaking of ADHD and b.) my story is boring and not marketable c.) the place I live in (Germany) and writing in English and then ever being recognized is sometimes feeling like im delusional or like i just genuinely suck, so yes I feel you kind of.)
I'm from Finland and I struggle with the same issues. I feel you Ana. Stay strong. One day you'll be a bestselling author:)
Keep pushing even though you said you were stopping - many great authors get tons of rejections and try not to take it personally even though this is your passion project that you are trying to market. Im about 75% through my edits, so I'll be here with you soon 😅
Girl, you are not alone, I promise you! I'm spanish and I'm trying to make into the uk publishing world but well, as you said, finding agents is tough since they're not many "outsiders" that are willing to play this game, I guess. Thank you for sharing your story and keep trying! I know your book deserves to be seen
"Are you willing to devote your life to telling stories, knowing that you may get nothing in return? And if the answer to that question is “no”, well then you should go out there and find yourself something else to do with your life because you are not a true writer." - Kevin Spacey as Whit Burnett, "Rebel in the Rye"
incredible video ana. every writer has been where you are, the self-doubt, the rejections... if you haven't, you might find sylvia plath's diaries pretty interesting, she writes about this feeling a lot. also there is a book called 'bird by bird' by anne lamott that can help guide you (since you talked about feeling alone!!). you have a whole community behind you :)