More notes from the LTUE writers’ symposium.

–          you learn by writing.

–          Show stories can create a nice break away from novels.

–          Careers are made to novels.

–          Stories give you a chance to express yourself creatively.

–          Anthologies give you exposure and help you expand your brand.

–          Is not as much money in short stories.

–          Stories is a good way to practice and explore into a new world that can become novels.

–          Short stories can give you a chance to finish something.

–          Submit to top markets first and then work down.

–          Avoid contest that say we own all rights.

–          Family and friends can be trusted to give an honest review.

–          Authors can’t look at their own books. Realistically.

–          Some authors can fall in love with their own books start writing halfway through want to go to something else. Keep that the book until it’s done.

–          Devote time to stories you think people want to read.

–          Don’t Chase the market with what you think people want next line always be polite and professional relationships with others write the book you want to read.

–          Write the first draft without editing. Just write.

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