Thank you, Fritze, for reading and commenting! Yes, I completely understand what you’re saying. I don’t mind having strangers read my work, but family – gulp! I hope you will be brave and allow others to see inside those hidden corners. You may be surprised at the positive feedback you receive. 🙂

It’s especially scary when you don’t have a list of stories, so you can say “No look, that character doesn’t directly represent me. I write about all sorts of things, really!”

Thanks for the encouraging article. I know the answer is to ignore the doubt and keep going, but it’s nice to have a reminder every now and then. 😀

thanks so much for your encouragements. you know, guys in US, you are very aware of the power of encouragement, never giving up, celebrating small achievements, and this particular capacity to go ahead, taking a second chance…I appreciate this aspect of your culture. For us, as french, we are perhaps sensitive, reflecting a lot, and it’s good but I can learn from you my dear american brothers and sisters 🙂 Have fun with your writing 🙂

Thank so much for your answer. Most of the time when I try to connect with people they don’t answer. I understand because it’s impossible to be connected with everyone. But social networks should provide mentors and I think that the most gifted and mature writers can delegate in order to provide new leaders. I’m really longing for a mentor in my country but hardly can’t find one yet. 🙂

Hi Lissa, thanks so much for commenting! I love the song “Brave”, too. Best wishes to you as you “let the words fall out”! 🙂

Merci, Annie, for sharing from your heart! It’s comforting to know that writers from different parts of the world share the same struggles. I completely agree with what you wrote – faith, hope and love are so essential to making dreams come true. Best wishes as you continue to write!

Thank you, Val, for your encouragement!

Thanks, Julie! I love how you put it – I’ll definitely be dumping out those grainy bits of negativity from my shoes! 🙂