A Writer's Life: My Ode to the Bard

By Linda J Pedley

Daily life has a tendency to get in the way of the writing life, but by listening to others tell their story, fellow writers can appreciate the fact they are not alone. That overwhelming feeling of “other things more important” attacks everyone now and then, from time to time, novice to published author, alike. If one were to give up at the slightest hint of discouragement: rejection letters, computer problems, time desperation, sleep deprivation, writer's block, family or job commitments, and so on... one would never continue the journey to be a published author.

Too many obstacles – whoever said it would be easy?

The stories I hear relay one message all too clearly: if you want to be a writer, write! During the presentation on his take of The Writing Life in the summer of 2004 at Humber College, award winning Canadian author, Richard Scrimger, said it best:

“When writing becomes the most important thing, you will succeed.”

• Language: English
• Publisher: Dream Write Publishing
• Release date: Jan 3, 2013
• ISBN: 9781927510117

Linda J Pedley

Although poetry is one of her greatest passions and has been the mainstay of Linda's writing for many years... screenplays, novels, short stories, blogs, and non-fiction articles... have filtered in, as well. To Linda, dedication to the craft means there is a constant learning, sharing, and creating cycle that threads through her writing life: always learn new things to improve your skill and boost your creativity; share time and expertise with others to promote an exchange for new ideas and mutual achievement; continue to practice your creativity to foster your own style and create your own unique voice.

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