Insecurity
Alex has this monthly gig on his blog called Insecure Writer’s Support Group. It’s pretty awesome. A bunch of writers and authors get their blogs together to keep the encouragement going.
I’ve got a new release coming out October 15th. And yesterday was my cover reveal. So, I’m feeling all…Will people like it? Will people buy it? Will they throw virtual eggs at my post?
But I can’t worry about that. I write because I love to. I donate a portion of all my proceeds to cancer research and awareness. And I love to encourage new and upcoming writers and authors. So, no matter if someone does throw an egg my direction, I’m glad to be doing what I’m doing.
So all you peeps out there striving for a goal, taking steps toward it, stay true to your faith, values, and craft, and you’ll be just fine!
31 Comments
Arlee Bird
As the old saying goes “When life gives you eggs make egg salad” or is that right? Oh well, I think it’s great that you donate part of your proceeds to a good cause. That in itself is good reason to buy your books.
You’ll do well I’m sure.
Nancy S. Thompson
No eggs here. I think your cover is beautiful and that you are a true inspiration!!
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Nancy. You’re so kind!
Louann Carroll
No eggs here, Lynn. Love the cover.
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Louann. 🙂
Mary
Congrats on the new book, Lynn, and awesome cover. I can understand the feeling. I get very insecure about my work before I publish it.
If you want to come do a chat on my Spacedock 19 feature in October, I’ve not yet booked anyone in October. I basically chat with an author on Wednesdays, except the 1st Wednesday … obviously. 🙂
Lynn Rush
I would love to come do a chat with you!!! That’d be GREAT! 🙂 Thanks, Mary!
lbdiamond
GURL, you are DEFINING NEW ADULT! Own it! 😉
Lynn Rush
Yay, NEW ADULT!!!! I’m so glad it’s finally getting noticed!
Hart Johnson
Oh, your cover is gorgeous! I wish you a ton of luck! There does come a time when you just sort of have to let go and let what will happen happen. Otherwise we’d make ourselves crazy.
Lynn Rush
So true, Hart!!! 🙂
Ciara Knight
I’m so excited for you! Woot! Great cover for a great book!!
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Ciara. It’s super exciting. Glad Emma’s story is finally going to be out there. 🙂
L. Diane Wolfe
Your cover is beautiful, Lynn.
Lynn Rush
Thank you, L. Diane!!! 🙂
tara tyler
love the violet eyes!
great advice! and wonderful aspirations! well wishes for success!
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Tara!!! 🙂
Andrew
Well…
I like the title. I tend to be a sucker for a good title.
Yeah, it’s gotten me into trouble before.
Lynn Rush
THANKS!!! It is a fun title. Book Two is tentatively called Violet Dawn, book three Violet Storm. 🙂
Tyrean
Your cover is awesome!!! Congratulations, and thanks for your encouraging post. I love that you give some of your proceeds to cancer research!
Lynn Rush
Thank you Tyrean!!!!! 🙂 I lost my MIL to cancer last October, her name was Lynn (I’m her namesake) so it’s nice to try and give a little toward the nasty disease that killed her. 🙂 It touches many peoples lives!
Alex J. Cavanaugh
No one better throw eggs at you!
Lynn Rush
LOL, Alex. They haven’t so far. LOL. 🙂
Karen Walker
Congratulations, Lynn, on your upcoming release. Oh how I wish we humans could learn to let go of worrying about whether other people will like us, our books, etc. Sigh!
Karen
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Karen!!!!! I know, who by worrying adds a single hour to his life? It just drains us…but you’re right we’re human 🙂
Tonja
No virtual eggs here. Good luck with your release.
Lynn Rush
Yay. NO eggs!!!! 🙂 Thanks, Tonja!
Leeanna
I’m definitely going to check that group out, I know I could use it!
I think it’s natural to worry and be insecure, because you’re putting something out there, something that takes so much of yourself and is something you love.
Lynn Rush
Thanks, Leeanna. 🙂 It is like baring your soul, huh? 🙂
Ravena Guron
Awww what a nice post 🙂 Which is just what I need after baring my writing insecurities to the world. Go forth and prosper!
Lynn Rush
Thanks for stopping by, Ravena!!