Hey friends,
If you’ve ever felt buried under a pile of “no’s,” questioned whether your manuscript is actually any good, or wondered how on earth some writers keep going year after year… this one’s for you.
I’m so excited to share this Q&A with Emerald Dodge — Virginia-based writer, Navy wife, mom of two, and a storyteller who has been at this for decades. Emerald has written eighteen novels, self-published four books, and has a traditionally published novel on the way. But her path was anything but easy.
You may remember my video with her that I posted a few weeks back. 🙂
We’re super excited and celebrating because one of the novels she’s had in the wings is now on its way to the bookshelves. Woohoo!!!
Emerald’s honesty about rejection, persistence, work/life balance, and writing for yourself first is exactly the kind of real-talk we need. Whether you’re querying, drafting, or somewhere in the messy middle, her words remind us that longevity in this career is less about overnight success and more about refusing to quit.
Which one of her points resonate with you? Please share!