On a practical level, together we rework their query letters and of course their manuscripts, but from an emotional point of view, a good deal of my job requires me to be encouraging and helpful in aiding aspiring writers to continue with their dream—and I want to do this!

If you love to write and if you want nothing more than to be published, push past the negativity that can put a stopper to your passion. Surround yourself instead with those who appreciate what you do and feel and who want to see you successful in your endeavour, especially other writers. Not only is that inspiring for you, but you owe it to yourself. Don’t let others prevent you from sharing what you have to offer. You can get published. But you may well change someone’s life in inspiring them to write, too!