Overcoming the Writer's Dilemma: Finishing Your Book

Writing a book is an arduous journey filled with endless battles, moments of frustration, and occasions where the writer feels like they’ve run out of strength. For many aspiring authors, the road to completion is paved with numerous attempts and subsequent failures. In this article, we will delve into the experiences of a seasoned writer, Connie Corcoran Wilson, and the invaluable lessons she has learned along her path to book completion.

Challenges and Triumphs

Connie is no stranger to the long and challenging process of writing a book. Having attempted to write about forty books, she has faced numerous obstacles. One of the most significant hurdles she encountered was the rigorous requirement to actually finish the project. 'When they pick you, it's a huge deal,' Connie emphasizes. 'You have to be pure, deserving, and able to listen, write, and most importantly, actually finish it.' Her books are monumental in size—over 1000 pages—and each has been meticulously crafted, transcribed, and reviewed multiple times to ensure accuracy.

Learning from Criticism and Rejection

One of Connie's major revelations came during a challenging phase involving a publisher in Vancouver. 'I went to Vancouver to publish my book thinking the publisher was honest,' she recalls, 'but I was completely wrong. They sold my book for years and never paid me.' This experience taught her the harsh realities of the industry, the importance of due diligence, and the necessity of fair compensation for her work.

Writing a Christmas Series

On a lighter note, Connie has succeeded in writing a children's Christmas series, 'The Christmas Cats Fear for the Deer,' which is currently on sale for only 99 cents on Amazon. Each of the four books in the series is available from Friday to Sunday throughout the Christmas season. Connie's latest blog, , serves as a platform for readers to stay updated on special discounts and future publications. The upcoming week will see one of these books offered for free, which readers can take advantage of by signing up on her blog.

Lessons Learned

Despite the challenges, Connie Corcoran Wilson has distilled some invaluable lessons from her writing journey. Here are three key takeaways:

Perseverance: 'The moral of the story is don’t give up. You can stop working on a particular piece, but if you’ve learned something, you haven’t wasted your time. Any writing is good writing as long as you do it deliberately.' Feedback: 'I finished a rough draft but then blew the thing up a few times after working with a few publishers. They were interested enough to keep talking with me about it but all said similar things which was very illuminating on what I needed to work on.' Patience: 'I’m also what you’d call an over-editor, so my drafts tend to be polished in terms of the writing, but that also means I don’t crank stuff out as much as I should. Am working on it.'

By sharing her experiences, Connie aims to inspire other writers to persevere and not let initial setbacks discourage them from reaching their full potential. Her dedication to the craft and her commitment to quality shine through in every book

Conclusion

In conclusion, Connie Corcoran Wilson’s journey from multiple unfinished manuscripts to the successful completion of her children’s Christmas series offers a powerful testament to the importance of perseverance, feedback, and patience in the writing process. Her experiences serve as a beacon of hope for aspiring writers who may be struggling to complete their own books.