One of my realisations and concerns is the thought of having bitten off too much to do on my first attempt. By that I mean are my aspirations set too high for this Orchid project. Well yes and no.
Firstly I dont see myself as a professional writer, and once the Orchid has been written, apart from sequels or spin-offs, I dont realistically see any future for me as a writer once I have completed this.
So I am writing to finish the draft, then I'll put it out for reviewing by people I trust. While it is being reviewed etc... I shall spur myself forward to studying writing techniques and learning the craft of writing.
Once this has been done, Ill go back to the book and continue with a 2nd draft using all the skills I've learnt. I believe I have this story inside, but once told, I dont see anything else.
I know current wisdom says you must write short stories and progress up to the big novel, but that pathway isnt really for me.
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