This is such a tough time for authors.

An author friend recently had a virtual book launch and hardly anyone showed up.

Another learned they& #39;re not getting ARCs.

Another& #39;s sales for their last book are tanking.

Another is having trouble getting another book published.

Another is struggling to finish a contracted manuscript.

Another& #39;s made no lists.

Another is waiting to get an answer from their agent.

Another is struggling to get an agent.

Every one of them is grappling with a tough situation and feels rotten. These days are so hard.

If you& #39;re like one of those authors, please remember:

Your work has meaning.

Finding joy in the creative process is one of the most important parts of this.

It& #39;s okay to feel despair.

You& #39;re important. Keep creating. You& #39;re what matters most.

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