The In-Between: A Writer’s NeverEnding Dilemma with Melisa Peterson Lewis and Ariele Sieling

Once you've launched yourself into the world of writing, it can feel like you are perpetually somewhere "in between." You can see how far you've come, and also how far you have left to travel. You can see the lessons you've learned and the goals you've achieved, and wonder what more might yet be ahead. And sometimes, it can be hard to avoid comparing yourself to others, even when you know each writer's journey is uniquely their own.

So how do you know where you are in your journey? How do you know where you're going? How do you know if you're making progress? And most importantly, how do you motivate yourself when everything seems stale and unchanging?

Join Ariele Sieling and Melisa Peterson Lewis for a discussion of the never-ending perpetuity of the writing journey.

Learn A Little About Melisa

Melisa Peterson Lewis is a science fiction author who enjoys zombies, chaos, and kissing scenes. Her first series, Lazarus City, debuted last fall, and the next book will be available this spring. Currently, Melisa lives in suburbia with her spunky kids, barky dogs, and patient husband. When not working her day job, she is writing or digging in the garden.

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Learn A Little About Ariele

Ariele Sieling is a science fiction and fantasy author who enjoys books (obviously), cats, and trees. She has thirty books published, including a series for writers called Writers Reach. She currently lives in southern PA with a 120 lb Great Pyrenees dog, two cats, and a spouse.

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Follow-Up Questions

→ Where are you in your process (beginning/middle/advanced?

→ What lessons have you learned in the beginning?

→ Have you experienced burnout? What was that like? 

→ Have you made the commitment to pursue writing in some capacity? What was the decision point for you? 

→ What challenges are you currently facing in your career?


Resources Mentioned In The Workshop

Ariele’s Books for Authors

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