” All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney
Thanks Spidey for this.
Did you know I am around 3 chapters away from finishing my big reread/edit/tweak?
I have been religiously trying to get chunks looked at each night, determinded to get this manuscript to a stage where I feel I want someone to look at it again.
My next decision is then to see whether I do go down the pursuing an agent route, or go indie and start with the professional edits…
I’m still thinking of investing in a critique no matter what I do…
But, somehow, this dream of mine will be fulfilled!
So… tell me, what steps you have taken to fulfill your dreams so far this year?
And remember, if you need a little motivation to help you achieve your goals, you can come and join my FaceBook Online accountability group, the Kick Ass Kreators!
Click here to ask to join. I can promise you words of encouragement and a kick to get you going if you flounder!
But I Smile Anyway... 
Jan 14, 2019 @ 13:49:23
You are on a roll Ritu keep going!
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 17:40:18
Thank you 😍
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 11:58:07
I apologize, Sis! I lost contact yesterday! Great news! You are really very diligent.
Have you ever considered letting anyone of our acquaintances read you work? I’m sure Shalini (bookreviewsbyshalini.com), or Jane (janedougherty.wordpress.com), could also have a calming effect on you. 😉
I know that the right one is making recommendations here. 🙂 But I promise to write the review for Rituals asap. Best wishes, Michael
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 12:41:00
Thanks for the suggestions Bro!
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 16:21:02
My pleasure, Sis! Hope i will be helpful. Would read it for you too, but neither my grammar nor my word skills in English language are usable for this. Michael
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 17:37:31
😁
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 23:08:46
🙂
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 00:50:41
Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 18:46:53
Whatever direction you choose to move your project forward, I think there is a lot of power in investing resources (money as well as time) in your work. Cheers 🙂
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 18:48:53
Thanks Jan. Yes, I agree. I need to be careful about my choices, definitely.
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 18:42:56
Really loved your post and especially the Walt Disney quote! Good luck on your 3 chapters and reread!!!! Well, so far, so good with baby steps. Ariel Chart published my – YOU ARE MY FOREVER AND ALWAYS in their January edition!
http://arielchart.blogspot.com/2019/01/you-are-my-forever-and-always.html
Going to have to take some bigger steps! Ha!
xoxoxo
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 18:48:26
That is great news!! Congratulations!
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 02:48:14
Thanks so much for your super support of my words/works! I can’t tell you how much I love seeing your alerts/icon on my email! They make my day, everyday!
xoxoxo
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Jan 14, 2019 @ 06:54:27
Oh you are welcome!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 17:21:30
You’re doing wonderfully Sister! A spot on quote to refuel on. The biggest step I’ve taken so far is reenergizing myself for the long haul towards bringing my dreams to reality.
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 17:23:29
Reenergizing is just as important Brother 💜
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 17:26:24
Thank you Sister! No letting up this year! 💜
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 14:14:04
Thanks, Ritu, for this! Kick-Ass is giving me the nudge I needed to take this step in my path toward (hopeful) publication. Recently, I decided to work smarter by soliciting the help of a professional–someone who’s been around the authorial block several times. Don’t matter if you work hard, if you’re going about it all wrong–so I’m feeling less crazed and smarter now. A win-win. Good luck with your revision and I hope you find a wonderful critique partner to get your draft polished up!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 14:20:25
Thank you so much!!!!!
Any recommendations? Xx
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 13:28:10
Good for you! You are definitely on the way. Things are going well. I just revealed the cover for Amanda in Holland so the year is going great so far!! All the best for 2019!!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 13:30:41
I saw that! Congratulations Darlene!!!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 13:34:45
It will be you soon!!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 13:44:37
From your mouth to the Gods ears! 🙏🏼💜
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 12:31:18
Things have not gone to plan, I am ashamed to say, nothing done as yet! There is so much grief and stress in my real world right now. I am hiding in #jusjojan. Pathetic I know.
But we’ll done you Sis keep it up 💜💜
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 12:40:28
Bless you sis 😍
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 12:42:41
💜💜
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 12:17:29
Thanks 😁
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 11:41:29
Get an agent. They’ll be honest. They have the contacts.
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 11:42:22
I think I’m going to go down the submissions route first… But I’m still pondering…
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 11:24:18
I hope you finish your project 🙂. I’m still learning how to be a musician and a writer. When I get older I wanna be a music artist.
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 11:30:08
Thank you and good luck in your creative endeavours 💜🙏🏼
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 11:31:25
Make sure to follow and comment, I’d really love your support. 🙂
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 09:53:23
Guess what? This quote a wall tattoo in my bedroom!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 10:09:22
Great quote to wake to daily sis!!!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 19:15:08
And to fall asleep with, right?
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 19:16:04
Oh yes sis! Xx
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 19:21:17
😊😊
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:50:07
Amazing post mate ✔️ 💯
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 06:47:00
Well done, Ritu. I have finished my major self editing too and my mom is now reading the book to give me feedback on the story and flow. I also need to decide how I am going to progress with this one.
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:06:18
It’s so hard to go that next step! I get that it is hard to be objective with your own story. But equally I don’t just want friends to read it. They may not give the constructive feedback I need, yet I really can’t afford the professional help just yet either!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 06:15:08
Awesome! Great name for a group, too! xo
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:06:34
Thanks Carol! Hope you are well!!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:07:18
Yep I’m okay thanks😘
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:07:48
Good to hear 😘
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:08:31
😄💟
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 05:03:28
You’re right Ma!
Thank you so much for this awesome post!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 08:06:54
You are so welcome! Thanks for your support!
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Jan 13, 2019 @ 10:38:26
You’re welcome Ma!
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