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IWSG Septemember

What is insecure about writing? I think the question is better phrased what is not insecure about writing!

I am beginning to see just how many insecurities a writer can have. From writing techniques to writing critiques, it's all there!

What if no one likes my writing?
What if I never get an agent?
What if I never get published?
What if I never learn how to write a good query letter?
What if I never...

Oh! Too many what if's! So I'm sure it's not the only thing to cloud a writer's mind, but it's not far away from any writer's thoughts, even a published author.

What am I insecure about this month? Well, I've had another agent request a partial of my manuscript!!!!! Now, I want to be excited and I AM! But, I've had other agents ask to see partials and so far no response from any one. Yes, this is cause for great anxiety. I hope this time I will get a full request.

Keep your fingers crossed for me!
Thanks everyone and I'll see you all next month:)

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  1. Alex J. CavanaughSeptember 5, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    Even if this isn't it, you are now one step closer - get excited!

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  2. cleemckenzieSeptember 5, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Yay! I'd wave, but my fingers are crossed!

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  3. Carrie-AnneSeptember 5, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Congratulations on your partial request!

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  4. TonjaSeptember 5, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    Did your background change? I like it.

    I say celebrate the request regardless of the outcome.

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:13 PM

      Yea, I changed the background to match my mood. I'm ready to shoot down that query letter.

      Thanks for celebrating with me:)

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  5. UnknownSeptember 5, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    How exciting. Fingers crossed for you!

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:14 PM

      Thank you Kelly! How are you doing? Hope things are great for you!

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Keeping my fingers crossed for you!

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:15 PM

      Thanks! "Lucky fingers, lucky toes, pretty faces, fancy bows"

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  7. Heather MurphySeptember 5, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    That's exciting! Let us know how it goes

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:16 PM

      I'll be sure to update as son as soon I know anything!

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  8. Suzanne FurnessSeptember 5, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    That's great news you should be excited (but I also know what you mean!) fingers crossed for you.

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:16 PM

      Thank you Suzanne. I appreciate the crossed fingers:)

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  9. MorganSeptember 5, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    We have soooooo many insecurities...

    And good luck! The querying game is always a fun one! ;)

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:17 PM

      I'm not for sure about the fun part, but I can't help but feel like it is a game. A game of competition and first place prizes...
      Thanks for the good luck wishes. I know it's needed!

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  10. Nancy ThompsonSeptember 5, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    I've had insecurities about every one of those things. Good luck, Talynn!

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:18 PM

      Thanks Nancy. It's kinda scary, isn't it? I'm glad for all the support from my blogging friends. I never take it fr granted!

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  11. JackieSeptember 5, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Congrats & *fingers crossed* :D

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  12. UnknownSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:18 AM

    Woohoo - congrats on the partial request. I'm crossing my fingers it turns into a full. I'm also querying atm, and it's really a hard thing to go through...

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:19 PM

      I think the waiting is the hardest part. What about you?

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  13. Hart JohnsonSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Oh, man, Querying is the worst. I think it's because it is so awkward. "Look at me! Do you like me!?" Where in real life it seems like it ought to be more mutual selection and approach... make eyes at somebody and see if they take a second look and might be approachable...

    That said, I published my first this summer and the tier where your book is actually OUT THERE... for perusal, selection (or not) critique... ouch.

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:20 PM

      Oh the dating game! I've been out of the game for such a long time I think I may have forgotten how to play it well enough to win.
      Try your best not to worry about mean reviews. You are an amazing author.

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  14. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Sometimes it feels hopeless, and then the pendulum swings the other way and feels like the best profession in the world:)

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  15. Susan Gourley/KelleySeptember 6, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    Collecting those rejections are part of the process. Most writers get lots of them.

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 10:32 PM

      It's nice to know others are walking with me down the same path, but it still isn't easy to face a "no."
      Thanks for stopping by, Nice to meet you!

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  16. Mina LoboSeptember 6, 2012 at 10:23 PM

    I understand your anxiety but congratulate you on the request! We have to celebrate every victory, no matter its size...
    Some Dark Romantic

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 10:33 PM

      Hi Mina! Asking for a partial means at least something in my writing is right. So you are right. Celebrate!

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  17. Yolanda RenéeSeptember 6, 2012 at 10:53 PM

    Wonderful news, just wonderful, and that why I picked you for Tag! You're It!

    You've got a lot to share, :)

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:40 PM

      Yay! I love Tag! But what am I being tagged for? *blushes and hides face from view*

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  18. Krista McLaughlinSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:18 PM

    That's awesome! I hope they like it!

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:41 PM

      Thanks Krista! How are you doing? Haven't seen you for awhile:(

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  19. Corvus Press UKSeptember 7, 2012 at 3:30 AM

    This is excellent news good luck.

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  20. Chemist KenSeptember 7, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    Sounds great. Even if this agent rejects your partial, hopefully they'll give you some feedback. That's the hardest thing. Not knowing why someone doesn't like your work. How are you supposed to learn?

    Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 7, 2012 at 10:42 AM

      Feedback is always appreciated, isn't it? So far agents haven't even responded to my inquiry. (well, one has and I'll be sharing that in a blog post soon)
      But I like hearing *why* my book doesn't make the "grade" and good feedback always helps!

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  21. KatOwens: Insect CollectorSeptember 7, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    There is SO much to be insecure about, isn't there? I hear you. I've got a partial out right now and a full... and it's almost too much stress to think about it at all. WAAAY too many "what if's".
    :0) Let's just hope all of this is good practice for something.

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 7, 2012 at 10:43 AM

      HUGE congratulations on the full request. That is fantastic. I'm still waiting on a full request, but I am still THRILLED with partials, thus far!!

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  22. UnknownSeptember 7, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    Congrats on getting a partical request!

    Also, I have a little award plus questions for you over at my blog. :)

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 7, 2012 at 1:44 PM

      Awww Jennifer! Thanks! I'm on my over to look at it right now!

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  23. Cate MastersSeptember 7, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    That's your inner critic nagging. Duct tape works well. And a dark closet in the basement where you can't hear her! :)

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 7, 2012 at 11:18 PM

      Sure, but the problem is, I'm out of duct tape and somehow she always finds a way to squeeze under the door crack...

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  24. Romelle BroasSeptember 7, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    I forget who I already visited...I thought I visited you already, but didn't see any comments from myself. Oh well. Nice meeting you too! Thanks for stopping over at my blog. Congrats on the rejection letter! (Never thought I'd congratulate someone for it, but yours is special!)

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    1. Ink in the BookSeptember 7, 2012 at 11:20 PM

      Hehe! So funny: Congratulations on rejection. That's great. I think I'll use that phrase with every rejection I get. Hopefully, it won't be too many!!
      Thanks for stopping over and introducing yourself!

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