As a writer, it can sometimes feel like others don’t understand our craft unless they’re also writers. This can make us feel isolated, sensitive to rejection, and even leave us feeling like our work isn’t good enough. 

If we feel our writing isn’t good enough, we may not take opportunities right in front of us, or take the time to look for some. 

But finding another writer, and a community of writers, to have in your life may not be as difficult as you think. Of course, according to Frances Boyle, author of Openwork and Limestone, it means we have to take those opportunities for connections when we see them.

In today’s episode, Frances tells us about the value of:

• Writing groups and community
• Submitting pieces to literary magazines
• Seeking out rejection (!)
• Finding inspiration in the compost heap

Here’s a sneak peek… 

[5:25] I began to have deadlines and community and accountability with the writing group, and...