100th Post!

Happy 100th post everyone. It's been close to a year since I've started this blog. It's funny how times flies.

Now, let's get down to business. My novel is still progressing slowly but surely. I will get to the finish line whether anyone believes it or not. There are people who still don't believe that I can do this. It isn't something they find logical these days. I don't know how many times people say to me, "Nobody actually reads anymore. Why even try?" Let me answer that for you. I don't think being a writer is such an unobtainable goal, and I also feel that there actually are people out there who still enjoy to read. They buy books and enjoy them. I realize we do live in a very shallow, materialistic world now where literature isn't that important anymore, but not everyone is like that.

That frustration lives in anyone who wants to be a writer. You just have to come to terms with people who say such things. You won't please everyone with your writing, and you really shouldn't do that. Learn to be proud of what you're doing for yourself. Remember, the first critic you should learn to please is yourself. After that, think about others.

So, push all of the negative criticisms that people (or yourself) may be saying to you and continue writing. If you falter and need any help at all, don't be afraid to contact me. We can all make it to the finish line together.

In other news, I'm seriously considering making a small website along with this blog. I'm not exactly "HTML" savvy, so if anyone wants to assist me with this project, I would greatly appreciate it. I'll keep you informed.