The Romance of Writing

Since tomorrow is February, romance seems to be a good theme to write about. A lot of people have a romanticized view of the writer's life. I'm sure some writers even have that romantic writing life.

Most don't.

That doesn't mean you can't have a happy writing life. But most of your happiness will depend on how you learn to roll with the punches, find the joy in small victories and keep focused on your goals.

If it sounds like work, that's because it is. That doesn't mean it isn't fun, rewarding, amazing, and crazy-making.

What makes it all worth while is when someone lets you know that you were heard, that you were read, that what you did met some need in them.

I got a great (unsolicited) review on this blog that thrilled by day (scroll down to see her talk about The Key).

So, if you don't have someone to send a love letter to this Valentine's Day, why not your favorite author? Just don't make it one of those creepy, stalker letters, okay?
Perilously yours,
Pauline