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Lori Foster:
Hi Lorie! I know you love to write, but was there ever a time where it seemed as if your dreams wouldnt come true? I mean, was there a time where you knew that you were going to be a writer, but the world kept slowing you down from it? If so, how did you handle it? Thank you!
Lori Foster
Hi Rachel,
It took me so long to sell that first book that yes, I often wondered if it would ever happen. But writers write. Whether they sell or not, they write. So I continued and kept submitting my work and finally - after what felt like forever and a very drawn out process - I sold.
I'm a very motivated person, and beyond stubborn when I want something - meaning I'm not a quitter. lol. They more book rejections I got, the more determined I became to make the publishers regret not buying me.
Looking back now, admittedly, those first books weren't great. I believe what happened is that I taught myself to write by writing.
Wishing you much luck in all your goals!
Thanks,
Lori
It took me so long to sell that first book that yes, I often wondered if it would ever happen. But writers write. Whether they sell or not, they write. So I continued and kept submitting my work and finally - after what felt like forever and a very drawn out process - I sold.
I'm a very motivated person, and beyond stubborn when I want something - meaning I'm not a quitter. lol. They more book rejections I got, the more determined I became to make the publishers regret not buying me.
Looking back now, admittedly, those first books weren't great. I believe what happened is that I taught myself to write by writing.
Wishing you much luck in all your goals!
Thanks,
Lori
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JoAnne
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Lori Foster:
What's the process for deciding to write connected stories or stories that are part of a series vs. a stand alone? How is the writing process different for connected stories or stories that are part of a series vs. a stand alone? Enjoyed Don't Tempt Me and looking forward to book 2 but can't believe I have to wait a year!
Lúthien Númenessë
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Lori Foster:
Hello Mrs Foster, I have been a fan of your work since I had the chance to read one of your books (When you Dare) since then I love every book I read of you, but now my question is: Are you planning or Do you have the idea to make translate them to another language? (spanish specifically) I enjoy read them in english, because... well, are the original, but would be nice to have them in spanish as well
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