querying sucks. finishing my book, looking for a literary agent VLOG 💀🖇️ + loneliness and giving up.

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*phew*. WHAT A VLOG. this week's video is the well requested QUERYING VLOG. i have been querying project.ghost for a little under 3 months. and i've had my EXPERIENCE of the query trenches. watch me cry, crumble and struggle through querying my book for 20 minutes. i really want the true feelings of writers to be more at the forefront of authortube. i want people to find relatability and comfort in my experiences. i want to be open and share the struggles as well as the exciting times of a writer's journey. and if that means crying in front of the camera - so be it.
i am not giving up on this book, and i am doing mentally okay - so please don't worry about me! i really just wanted to capture a writer's suffering - a writer's vulnerable moments - to express how we are all so human and to spread the word that: writing SUCKS sometimes. i hope you truthfully gain something from this vlog - it took me a while to compile and also some of my soul to put on the internet. so please watch the whole way thru to help me know you appreciate me!! thank you, so much. for everything. i adore you all ♡✧｡
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- please excuse my terrible state in LITERALLY ALL THE CLIPS
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@TiaLove28 Год назад

god Ana i want to hug you so bad

@TiaLove28 Год назад

have you thought about self publishing?

@nadineehlers711 Год назад

@@TiaLove28 this is a good recommendation. It won’t necessarily mean you will keep on self publishing. But it is a good stepping stone. I’ve had professors who self published their first few novels, then found an agent. So that is also an option for you

@TiaLove28 Год назад

@@nadineehlers711 thank you!! yeah i thought maybe it would be a bit easier. publishing houses are looking at the money and overall popularity. but that doesn't mean it's not a story worth reading. i don't think i'd go through a publishing house to start off either 💞

@DnM202s 8 месяцев назад

me too

@AL1870_a Год назад

You are not alone... there are plenty of us that are just living the exact thing as you are, especially the burnout... and loneliness. Get up and glow/romantize your work and life. I do really admire your courage to speak out. Go fiercely!🎉❤😊

@tonikhn Год назад

Ana, please don‘t ever give up on something that means so much to you. Print out your book, design a cute cover that you like. Put it on a shelf for everyone to see and show it to everyone. You made this!!! No matter whether it‘s published yet or not. It‘s a story only you could come up with, and one day, it will be released into the world. Maybe that day is tomorrow, maybe in a year, maybe ten. But until then, be proud of what you made! ❤️ sending you love from Germany!

@maryxstuart Год назад

Liane Moriarty is one of my favorite writers and she is Australian & a bestselling author ❤ Also Markus Zusak who wrote the book thief is also Australian. Hope that can motivate you a little 🥺

@katgreer6113 Год назад

Im really grateful to have a friend whos a writer now. Shes not an author--shes a screenwriter thats gonna study film, but we can relate on some level.😊😊

@rudekat Год назад

Being from a country where it is very rare to find someone passionate about writing, I understand how you feel, Ana. My parents know I write, but they have never praised me for it or even tried to read it. I've never had someone tell me that my writing is good and I've never had anyone tell me it's awesome or great to have a very abstract hobby like people my age. The feeling of being alone is the worst for me as someone who has been writing on my own for my entire life. Ana in my eyes you are an amazing person and all your projects and the way that you are so passionate about writing made me love your channel with all my heart. Keep trying girl! In my opinion, agents only accept trending genres. I've heard of many authors that have become best sellers that got 1000+ rejections from agents. I will always want to read your books and I know one day you'll find an agent that would love your book. As always, love you, Ana❤

@aceclop 11 месяцев назад

I enjoyed reading your comment :+)

@foreal713 Год назад

Hello Ana, I am also an aspiring author, and though I haven't sent my book out yet, I get what you're going through. The doubts, the despair, the disappointment. I am also lonely and don't get much support from my family as a writer. But I think it's important to be your own rock in this situation. You have a dream, and you're headed towards it, that's the most important thing. Keep writing, because we writers cannot live without it (I've tried), and the world will learn of you one day!

@LpsDashyAurora Год назад

Oh and girl! Dont be down on yourself! There are a ton of authors like Stephen king that got a ton of rejections and your not alone.

@AlinaDiAngleo Год назад

Wipe those tears gurl. The world does not deserve them. I know how hard it is to be a writer. My time in Sri Lanka, it had been very hard because well, there are fewer people here who'd publish a book by a non-native person. Now in England, it's not much different. They refuse my books because well, they are novellas. I've cried so much about being rejected for a whole five projects I've written. And why? simply cause their novellas. It's hard. I know. I think I know better than anyone. And what does my family say? "You're not experienced enough to be a writer anyway. Try thinking about your high school life." I can go on and on about my life but I won't. Right now, you need to know that you're not alone. I'm only 15 years old and probably my advice isn't gonna be important. But just know that you are doing great. You are an awesome person. You're a great singer, a passionate songwriter, and a very creative and talented writer. Don't worry about what other people think. Slowly work your way up to writing a novel. It's not easy, believe me I always fail at trying big books but one day, it'll be worth it. All those novellas you wrote, find someone who appreciates it Find someone who'd say, "Wow. This is great. We can publish this without a doubt." Don't dwell on one thing. You'll do fine bestie. Luv you. 🥰💗

@TitanFishKiller Год назад

I'm really sorry this has been such a tough time for you, I'm also in the writing process and I can feel your anxiety and dejection through the screen like its my own. Something to remind you of, hopefully it will be encouraging: A Wrinkle In Time was rejected 26 or so times before it was accepted, and now it's beloved by many. It's not about a number, it's about who you reach, when it comes to querying, I think. Keep reaching out, don't give up on your novella, because it will fall into the right person's lap sooner or later, and it will most definitely be given the chance it deserves. Writing is such a personal thing, and I wholeheartedly believe it will reach someone--be it a publisher or a reader--and it will change a little piece of them that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives. Don't give up on your work! It will never give up on you 💕💖💞

@emogenliars Год назад

* god. how much this vlog relates to me.. i just wanna publish my novella so much.. * but sometimes i don't feel like i'm actually a writer because i only write novellas and my books are soo short * so ana, this is so relatable to me, i feel you, love 🩵

@Nehablablabla Год назад

6:10 every author has their own rythm dont worry about that! It's not a quantity thing and has NOTHING to do with your passion. I know this channel for very little but I can see through the screen how passionate you are about writing. So don't doubt that

@dekxu6673 Год назад

exactly. some books just don’t click with agents so they don’t pick it up, it doesn’t mean you aren’t a good writer

@wrigleyextra11 Год назад

jumping straight into literary fiction is wild - don't give up though, Chloe Gong is from New Zealand (even smaller/further than Australia) and girl is killing it so your chances are definitely highter

@BirdyM._lifeiswonderful 8 месяцев назад

Your book will be read, it will be loved, it will be hated, but that's what makes it real. Although not published often, novellas can be amazing, for example: Animal Farm, Little Prince, A Christmas Carol, and more. Being a writer myself I know it can be heartbreaking when you pour your heart, soul, mind, time, energy, everything you have into your story and the characters you love and publishers reject or completely ignore, it digs deep but your can't let it find a home within you. Your not alone

@KrisMF Год назад

love you ana 💛🥺 im so blessed to have met you in my writing journey !! i hope this vlog reaches more writers who are also querying. you are NOT alone! i once woke up in the middle of the night w/ an anxiety attack about a week or two into querying. it’s so insane… rejection is awful but it will never ever define you as a writer. the industry is brutal and subjective and unfair. BUT there are so so so many ppl who believe in you 💕 for what it’s worth some of my fav authors are australian & very successful

@Emy-fh1zn Год назад

it’s such a HUGE accomplishment to even have written a book and completed it! Not everyone can say they’ve written a book! I envy that because I’ve had a book idea for over a year and every time I struggle to start writing it. In all this time I’ve not even written a few pages 😅I end up hating everything I write and scrapping it. It makes me wonder if I’ll ever even complete a draft for it. Anyways, you should be really proud you’ve completed a book and with the amount of passion and drive you have I’m certain that you’ll find success, it might just take more time than you want. But hey, you already have thousands of people who would love to read your book including me so that should bring you some comfort

@Mirilaak Год назад

i've been watching your channel for a while now. you are hands down my favourite writer youtuber. you explain things perfectly for my brain to understand and learn and you're entertaining as well. when i learned we were the same age i was genuinely shocked, it gave me even more hope for my writing as i always figured my age was a boundary, but it isn't i live in america unfortunately, but i also understand having friends online and in other countries, sometimes halfway across the world, and being alone is awful, i feel it pretty much daily. this may not do anything but, your videos have single handedly given me the motivation to write again, and i appreciate you and your channel. being friends with a person like you would be wonderful, and so i hope that soon you find people physically that you can enjoy spending time with, cause you definitely deserve it, everyone does best of luck to you and i shall continue watching your videos :)

@lilbearblue 7 месяцев назад

Anaa. Gurl you're like the best yt author I know. You're the reason I started writing my own book. Please don't give up on Project Ghost because, you've been working on it for so long, and only you know how much this project means to you. Every single one of your 86.1k subs believes in you so YOU GO BESTIE 😍

@LM-yn7sv Год назад

For a novella (I also think you mentioned it is literary fiction) have you looked into anthologies seeking submissions? This could be a good route for you to look into, who knows where it could lead ❤

@Itsshegooo 6 месяцев назад

Anas book is so good I just know it and those agents were blessed to read it. And it’s okay to self publish because so many people will buy your book

@ananeu 6 месяцев назад

thank u🥹🫶🤍

@glitchscribble44 Год назад

Thanks for sharing such raw emotions. It's very brave of you. What you've said in this video is verbatim what I've been thinking and it's a little comforting to know I'm not alone in feeling this way about my writing and especially how much time and energy I've put into it to only question if it has a place out there in the world and if anyone will like it. Anyway, I'm sure we'll both get out of the trenches some day soon. I've subscribed and will be cheering you on! ❤

@orianehong Год назад

Hi Ana

@leowaves7513 Год назад

Hi Ana!!! I know you can do this, being author is so hard. Jesus loves you! ❤❤✝️ did you know dr seuse got rejected over 40 times and some authors over 70 etc. Its not easy, but nothing is stopping you!!!! LISTEN HERE ANA: YOU. GOT. THIS. AGAIN: YOU. GOT. THIS. were here Ana and nothing is impossible with God ❤ stay strong! ❤❤

@jisoo_stan354 Год назад

Could you do a vlog. I think it would be sooo cool🫶💗

@SabaAldh Год назад

the querying process is definitely not the easiest, but you can do it! like every notable author that got rejected at first. 🖤

@KristieTblw Месяц назад

I’ve heard of an Australian author, Ana. Her name is Ana Neu and she is the best writer in the whole world. remember your own words: “The definition of author is someone who writes and creates stories."

@katie9646 Год назад

ahhh i hope it gets better for you ana, good luck with your querying!

@cleowithmayo9359 Год назад

ANA STOP CAN WE BE FRIENDS :(( -a kiwi who believes in you and your future bestseller

@julianadiniz1297 7 месяцев назад

Hi Ana! Me as a brazilian writer understands you. In my country be a writer is the same as saying 'I want to be a dragon', we as writers need a lot of courage and hope to not give up on this dream. I hope you get everything you wish. God bless your journey! [sorry about my english. Is not the best, but i try😅]

@daughterofhestia Год назад

Ana , getiing literary agents *is hard* that's the point and you really need a hug rn, so take your time okay? Baby steps to progress, you know who said that? You did, so take the moment and for yourself. Key is : DON'T GIVE YOURSELF A DEALINE, really it will make you very sad if you don't acheive it and hey.... have you thought about self publishing on amazon, because all your subscribers are gonna buy your book y'know :D? lot's of love, Adi

@Azurexaqua 3 месяца назад

DONT GIVE UP!! ❤❤ if your parents don’t believe in your amazing dream then they aren’t good parents, your my motivation from writing and i will forever be grateful to you❤❤❤

@UncleBuck3t Год назад

The first season or two of the vampire diaries are very fun. It does go downhill from there but falls more into kitschy camp than just plain old bad imo

@tijondembo6687 9 месяцев назад

jk rowling got rejected 12 times and was told her book would never sell before someone finally took a chance on harry potter

@ladykylea Год назад

Ana, no, we luv u. I’ve been struggling with creative burnout and I kinda want to throw all my stories away. Point is, I KNOW, someone will publish it, and we will all buy and love it. Keep trying!!!

@hlmatty 3 месяца назад

HOW ARE YOU SAYING YOU HAVE NO FRIENDS, I WISH WE COULD BE FRIENDS

@anandaferraresi 9 месяцев назад

Why don't you publish this one novella as an independent writer? We'd love to read it in the form of an ebook!

@Ana-19. Год назад

I have the exact same expirience stay strong your not alone i swear🙏

@ReaderQueen1122 10 месяцев назад

Hi Ana, I recently found your channel and I just want to say that you inspire me alot. I know that I am watching this late because at this point you have gotten your proof copy and stuff which is so exciting, But I want to tell you that you are not alone. Girl, I feel so good having found your channel, you are honestly one of the people that keeps me going to write my own book. I`m sure your book will be a success. You Rock!

@ananeu 10 месяцев назад

thank you so much for taking the time to write this comment. i am so glad my experience is relatable to you. hopefully this book will be in ur hands soon!

@ReaderQueen1122 10 месяцев назад

Omg I can`t belive you replied back too me! Love you Ana:)@@ananeu

@notislamay Год назад

anaaaaa! you are an amazing writer and you should never talk down on yourself because of rejections!!! take it as a COMPLIMENT- your book is so unique and different that lit agents are too (pardon my french) püssy to take it on! you’re amazing and you will succeed 💕💕💕have faith

@krenko- Год назад

commenting for engagement at the start of the video

@kelleyiswriting Год назад

Watching the first clip of your vlog nearly broke me 😭 as someone who is sort of in the industry- I’d like to offer my two cents. But please please take take them with lots of grain of salt!! 🙈 1. I agree with the comment you mentioned in the video! Most agents are looking for full length novels! Not a ton of traditional publishers will publish a novella unless the author is super well known. And that’s usually after they successfully sold full-length novels. In any case, almost all literary agents are looking for novels. For novellas, what do you think about considering small presses? There are a lot of independent presses that will publish your novella for you! The process is quite similar (pitch, synopsis) but you’re pitching to that indie publisher and not a literary agent 2. When I query, I’d like to make sure the book is finished and as polished as possible! Agents aren’t necessarily only looking for ideas, they are looking for writers who know the book they are writing (genre and age category), writers who know how to finish a book, and writers who know how to take on feedback. 3. There are plenty of Australian writers who are traditionally published through literary agents! I recently read a book written by Vanessa Len who is an Australian author. Also Shelley Parker-Chan is also an Australian author and her series she who became the sun who has been Hugo nominated and also won many awards! You’re doing great!! Take your time and enjoy the books you’re writing ☺️

@LpsDashyAurora Год назад

Omg !!! And yes!! Vampire diaries is amazing!! You can actually go vist mystic falls. Also you will have to watch the originals and legacies after it because they are spin offs.

@dorkphoenixrising Год назад

You mentioned at this start of this about not knowing any Australian authors - my mind immediately went to Graeme Simsion. I know a different genre to yours (and technically born in NZ) but his Rosie books are incredible (award winning and optioned for film). Maybe worth seeing if bookstores nearest you ever do author signings, and then you can ask them questions about how they got published. Libraries also sometimes have a local authors section. Either of these are worth checking out, trawling the acknowledgements sections of their books to see who their agent is. Feeling your pain, I know querying is where I'll go eventually but I'm tapping up self-pub first to try to build an audience for my books and then leverage that in my queries.

@pasdedi Год назад

I also have no writer friends and no friends in general so 😢

@secretiveplotter3455 Год назад

I will be your writer friends Ana. I live in oz too.

@r.e.holding Год назад

Keep pushing even though you said you were stopping - many great authors get tons of rejections and try not to take it personally even though this is your passion project that you are trying to market. Im about 75% through my edits, so I'll be here with you soon 😅

@shannoff24 Год назад

If you do self publish your book, will you please make a similar video for that process? My heart goes out to you Ana bc I can see myself there when I finish my own project and it makes me feel less alone knowing that it is kinda normal to go through these experiences

@alandavies3727 9 месяцев назад

I pay for my books to be published by experts. I now have six books a seventh is at the publishers now. I don’t make any money but the satisfaction of holding my books in my hand is incredible. The chances of getting a agent is nil! These people are so rude, they brag that they only accept 1% of applicants. They seem to be proud of this. jK Rowling was rejected by all of the agents in the UK. These people do not know what could be a success.virtually every top authors of yesterday was rejected by these silly agents.

@ananeu 9 месяцев назад

the truth!! u preach bestie! agents honestly suck lol hahahah

@alandavies3727 9 месяцев назад

@@ananeu Don’t ever give up. I enjoy every single day, I can’t wait to write things that at present only exist in my mind. I’m making my work happen but I have to pay for it- it’s the only way. You never know one day somebody might see your work but they won’t if it’s nowhere to be seen.

@cloudyyy_0.0 9 месяцев назад

Fr 😭 it's all about luck I hate this so much

@tam1770 Год назад

awe Ana, i wish i could fly to australia right now & give you a hug. & then we could go to beach & just chill. i know that you've got this, & i believe in you so much. i loved project ghost & what it showed of you, and when & in what form the world will receive it in, it will be loved by others too. thank you for sharing this & being so honest & vulnerable. don't let this setback derail you. keep writing, even if it's just in spite. you know i think the suffering is necessary, but it will lead to great writing. you've got this 💞💞

@tashiswriting 7 месяцев назад

I just stumbled upon this video and omg! I wanted to cry with you 🥹 There are definitely Aussie writers out there, myself included. You are not alone, wishing you all the best moving forward with your querying journey, don't give up! ❤

@elisesilverfire8587 Год назад

hey Ana! we're so proud of you for finishing your book! not many people do that

@ylvaseason Год назад

I don´t think self-publishing is a "project ghost". You have 69 700 subscribers and the majority of them want to read your book !

@yongbokkaee Год назад

Ana, i cant describe how much i want to give you a big hug. im not joking i started to tear up in the first part. my parents dont believe in me, only my father. i relate to you. none of my friends write. and when i started watching your videos i knew i could do it. seeing you get upset made my heart shatter as if someone threw it into a wall. *You* have given us motivation, what about you though? If you are reading this, just know you are one of my fav people. please dont give up. i cant do this without you. when i get home a *single* thought goes through my mind, "Did Ana post?" as soon as i see a post from you, im telling you, a massive ear, to ear grin appears. Please dont quit. please, please, please. im sorry if i sound like a five year old. Ana, you are the only reason i still write. the only reason i havent given up.

@AlinaDiAngleo Год назад

Gurl don't underestimate yourself. Love your work. Love yourself. No amount of rejection can take the passion out of the person who inspired me. You are one of those people who kept pushing me to write books. To keep on going. Your vlogs are one of my favorite things to watch. Your podcast; the BEST! So keep on going gurl. I'll be there with you. I luv you so much bestie. Mwah 💖💖💖(this is my second comment. I know.) B]

@epiphanyiswriting4402 11 месяцев назад

Hi, writer here! I wanted to comment on what you said about potentially pursuing a career in law. I had a similar debate last year. I had always wanted to be a full-time author and when people told me it was impossible or that I should find a real job (which was often) it only made me want to do it more. Anyway, after moving out on my own I had this realisation that I had stopped enjoying writing, and part of the reason why is because I had put huge pressure on my books to be financially lucrative. When I decided to pursue a stable career, what happened was my joy for writing actually came back because I could finally write more freely. I guess what I’m trying to say is, don’t see a career as “giving up” on your dream. See it as a way to support your dream. You can still get published even if you have a full-time job, and in fact that’s the case for pretty much every author out there.

@agustwrites Год назад

Oh Ana :( I understand exactly how you’re feeling, I find myself in the same situation. But we’re here for you! You have a whole community behind you :)

@lucy-gp1yj Год назад

another young Australian aspiring author here! i've only just started a new project so I'm nowhere near the querying stage, but I understand completely how scary and isolating it is to want to be an author living in Australia. i believe in your project!!!! the road seems long from where we stand but there are people at the other end of it waving us forward, and we only have to start crossing to eventually get there. all my best wishes, sending virtual hugs and motivation xxx

@reezers101 Год назад

Thanks for showing the behind the scenes (struggles) of querying.

@R-rj3xn Год назад

I think it´s admirable how open you have been in this video, thank you Ana 😊 It´s certainly difficult to show your story to the world. It´s something you have worked so hard for and got so attached to that you´re almost giving a part of youself away. I´m sorry you have past through that (i would give you a huggg :) 🥺 I´m also a student and aspiring author and i understand the struggles of not been able to write many times a week. But that´s okay! We have to study and do other things and it´s totally valid to write whenever we can! The important thing is to do what we love and persue our talent!! You know? You gave me an idea! In a few years, i may create a space for young writers to publish their stories, regardless of length or genre! Thank you for all your encoraging videos, including this one. They are so helpfull and touchy. P.S. : I would definitely buy proyect ghost if you end up self publishing!!

@noelle_reads_alot Год назад

Girl, you are strong, you are an amazing author, and those agents are judging your book by its cover. Shame on them for looking at the length and deciding they don’t like it without even reading it. No matter how long story’s are, they can still make a big impact! Like poetry can be short, yet so many people love it and loves the messages in the poetry! You are capable, you are worthy, heck, I only write sometimes once every 2 months! I’m spending Prayers your way!

@nadineehlers711 Год назад

Hey Ana!! One of my favorite authors is Australian-Jay Kristoff. Keep you hopes up. The publishing industry stinks… the more I study at University pursuing an MA in Creative Writing and English, I realize how hard it is to make it. Some of my professors waited years to hear back from agents and publishers so keep your hopes up!

@Dayluj32 Год назад

Ana, I don't even know what to say... I've been following this journey of yours since the start and hoping so hard for you to be able to publish... you're so passionate about your books it's captivating! I'm not going to say I'm an author because I'm pretty young and I'm more headed towards drawing, but I'm no doubt writing a book and I can't even imagine how it feels to have something we love so much and put so much work on to be simply rejected... I'm really, really, sorry for you. I wish I could give you a hug haha but keep it up! From what I've seen, you're a GREAT author and I wish that one day I'll receive the notification of a video of yours saying that your book is getting published and I'll finally be able to see you happy, buy it and read one of the masterpieces you have written. Tysm for sharing this process with us, even being such a difficult one; stay strong and be sure you'll always have us here ❤ (Sorry for the long comment... I don't comment much, but when I do I get kinda carried away haha)

@littlechatspodcast Год назад

I want to give you a big hug so bad. authors really deserve more recognition because we have SO MUCH to go through 💔 just think of how one day your book will be out in the world and someone will LOVE IT

@JuliaREllen Год назад

Alyssa Matesic is a RU-vidr who shares videos with advice for querying and preparing your novel for querying that I've been finding very helpful

@chloeellen Год назад

ana - I’m 19 and australian as well, we’re in the same boat! I’m always feeling like I won’t be able to publish internationally, especially because my manuscripts are always so rooted in australian places and culture that it wouldn’t be understood internationally, whereas if I were american it wouldn’t be a problem hahah. It’s definitely discouraging :( but we’ll get there!! we’re young and learning and have so much time! you could always look into self-publishing as well. you get so much freedom with it and you already have such a great platform of potential readers :) all the best with it!! x

@ceciliacalder1533 Год назад

Self publish - 20bookto50k amd self publishing formula - to learn how Aussie authors - amo jones, tate james, nicci harris etc

@ceciliacalder1533 Год назад

J bree, R.E Bond,

@ceciliacalder1533 Год назад

Represent your self, u dont need an agent or big publishing company

@leedlelee6124 Год назад

I’m only a 1:31 in and omg I wanna hug you 😭 Stay strong! I know it’s hard right now but you have a whole community here that believes in you and is rooting for you! 🫶🏻🫶🏻

@shebreathesingold8043 Год назад

I'm not going through the traditionally-published route but from what I've seen, you're feeling the exact same thing EVERY person I respect as a writer has gone through. The insecurity, the rejection, the self-doubt, the isolation, the exhaustion. So I just want to say that, you're not going through anything abnormal. And this is not to invalidate your feelings, but to tell you that this is the road. This is the process. You're on the right track. Right on schedule. DOING FINE. You're simply in what has been described as THE hardest part of the process by almost anyone, querying/submission/etc. This the part where everyone breaks down, everyone starts to question their choices. The fact that you're there means you pushed through the part 99% of people never even make it to to actually get to the REAL difficult part. All you have to do is keep going to get through it. I barely found your channel, but I can tell when someone has the passion to make them successful and you have it. KEEP GOING.

@Adi-sk2yt Год назад

Hi Ana, I am sending you a big hug. I know exactly what you mean about being alone. I am from Slovakia, small country in Europe and I am not proud about it. My native language is Slovak I can´t even write my book in English. I don´t have such English level. So I know I am probably not gonna be bestselling author. I have two good friends so I am not completly alone, but they are not very supportive and they wouldn´t read my work. ( i tried okay, but they are too lazy or not interested). But you, I believe in you. Please keep trying because if you can dream you can do it. Hope at least something from this makes sense.🤍🥺

@bleronk6840 Год назад

I think it’s a great idea for you to self publish. You’re very lucky compared to other aspiring authors in that you do have an audience that wants to read your work even before you’ve released very much. I think you’ll find much more success at this stage with self publishing considering the genre and, well, your fanbase. I wish you all the luck in the world and I can’t wait to read project.ghost

@savannaowo Год назад

Wishing you all the love and I am sending hugs from across the world 💛

@katl.1588 Год назад

Sending you so many hugs and support

@foreversmiles179 Год назад

i just wanna say that you are absolutely not alone!!! ive been following you on and off since i got my first idea for what i thought would be my very first novel. i found you thru your nanowrimo videos bc i thought i was gonna do nano to get this book written. turns out that idea wasnt strong enough on its own to be a novel, i burned out a week into the plotting process. i have been a writer all my life and have wanted to publish novels since i was a kid but have only really dabbled in nonfiction freelance work bc it pays. but recently, i began brainstorming ideas for a completely new book. thanks to you and your videos i feel a lot less alone and way more determined to start the journey to becoming a published author. i have no clue if this idea is really going to be my first book, but what i do know is that people like you have motivated me so much to just try and put words on the page. thank you so much for being so honest and real and for sharing your tips. we will all get there one day.

@faeyree Год назад

I totally agree, I wish that more writer's with a platform would show this side of writing because I related so much to so many things you said in this vlog that it actually makes me tear up :') But I'm glad you shared this part of your writing journey with us! Sending much love your way

@aishaahmad8734 Год назад

Ana, I haven't tried querying myself, but I feel you in many ways. Don't give up, take breaks when you need them, it's okay to be kind to yourself 💗. I'm proud of you and your efforts, and you should be too 💕. Project ghost will be published one day. Yes, the journey may be hard, but I believe in it and I believe in you.

@_Angie_writes_ 11 месяцев назад

SEEING HER CRY..

@GlowBean_Studio 10 месяцев назад

Besties, if people think you can't become an author, I believe in you in fact: You is officially my writley comrade. You got this. Everybody got this.

@riri12345678910 Год назад

All experience is good experience. You're doing great. I think this is a really typical experience for a lot of writers out there. You are not alone! Publishing is really hard! No joke. You are going to be so successful in life. Just keep pursuing your passions. Just because something doesn't work now, doesn't mean it won't work later. You can take a break. You can pivot. But don't stop. You're writing someone's favorite book rn. Keep that in mind.

@Zanaz707 7 месяцев назад

I'm giving you a internet hug ☆(ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*☆(ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*☆(ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ* you're not alone

@Outclaw_shorts 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for being so real about this. I'm writing a novel, and I'm scared. But knowing that I'm not the only one thats scared reassures me.

@amarianadoslivros Год назад

omg sameeee! I'm literally at that stage. It has been three months but it seems like the portuguese book market doesnt want more fantasy books by portuguese authors...

@xo_alainamarie Год назад

Haven’t even made it past the second minute mark and I feel the need to comment. I’m so sorry you feel so lonely. I think as someone living in the US, even with a lot of international friends, I take for granted the opportunities my nationality affords me. I can definitely understand not talking to your parents about this-my dad has told me to my face that what I want to do is not reasonable and that he wouldn’t support me. It’s awful but just know that they’re just one person, no matter how important they might be; you have one life to live and you should live it for yourself.

@blushgarden Год назад

Aw Ana this made me so sad! U inspired me to take my writing more seriously. Thank you so much for that ! And omg don’t feel like u don’t have any friends! I also don’t have any.. :/ ❤Plz let’s be besties!! ✨⭐️😭🎀💘

@notesbysaraawynn Год назад

Ana! Vulnerability is strength, never forget that, and thank you for sharing this! 💕 you can shelve project ghost without giving up on it. It can be a story you release into the world later, after other projects. All of my favourite authors have had their stories rejected at some point. All of your favourite authors probably have, too. Have faith in yourself, the only sure way to fail is by giving up. This is your path, unique to you, and it's very brave of you to share it with us. You're amazing 💗💗💗

@jadaguy6346 2 месяца назад

Oh sweetheart ❤❤🥺 im 22 and i still dont have friends. Let alone writer friends. Your community is here for you! You got this! Dont be me and give up, Love. Your talent is way to raw and genuine ✨️ 🙌🏾 i cant wait for your debut!

@TheStaceySquad 8 месяцев назад

I just found your channel awhile ago, but I wanted to mention another Australian Author, his name is Jay Kristoff (he mostly writes sci fi and fantasy). You're not alone! I promise!

@30sumfin 4 месяца назад

I'm an Aussie writer from QLD, polishing up my draft to start the querying journey too! Please reach out if you ever need to talk to someone in your timezone ❤

@The_book_writer 9 месяцев назад

Even after I watched this I wish I was you. I aspire to be like you and I wish I lived next door to you cuz I’d be your friend❤ don’t give up!, you have 78.7k subscribers to back me up!❤ I just want to hug you and make you feel better cuz you shouldn’t have to go threw this even if it’s a part of being an Author ✍️ your the best person I’ve ever seen! Thank you for being such an inspiration for me❤

@ellieim 5 месяцев назад

ANA - This comment is literally months later but PLSSSS do not feel alone - Ik its hard when you have no actual physical friends but we all love you so much and I literally adore your vibes

@saharadessert8917 8 месяцев назад

have you tried possibly publishing with Lost Island Press? I think they might be a bit more accepting because the owner of the publishing house started out as an Indie teen writer and she understands the struggle. And if all else fails, don't be ashamed to self publish. Remember that the author of Eragon self published before becoming a global bestseller, and I just got done self publishing my debut novel through Amazon. An Indie author is still an author. I'm insanely proud of you for going through with the traditional publishing process. And have faith, girlie. God's got you. And don't worry, I will read your book, even if it is short. You've worked too hard on this to give up now ❤

@hachithemaid Год назад

Hi, ana. I just started following you but really resonate with your pain. I'm european, from a non-English speaking country, and I've been querying mostly US agents. You probably already know this, but you can query US/UK agents, too. I find them through query tracker, twitter, and discord writing groups. Don't know if this will help, but querying is so, so hard, and we all get imposter syndrome from time to time. Hope you feel better soon!

@BEE.WRITES 11 месяцев назад

Ana dont give up you have inspired me to write and you are absolutely amazing you're fantastic and you WILL be successful You're absolutely amazing❤

@thekidfromafrika Год назад

I have been saying the same thing I need more writer friends low-key

@WriterlyReaders Год назад

Hi Ana, I am so sorry you’re having a hard time! Your book sounds so cool, and if I could I would publish it just to stop your anxiety and loneliness 💔, but as a job being a writer is solitary (I think anyone who writes knows that) but please don’t give up! Wishing you better feelings- 🙌🦋

@andeeharry Год назад

The industyry is a very fussy place. They look after thier famous lot and leave very little room for anyone else. It is hunger games for books. There is so very spaces left, because they hog all the space....and then there is the remakes and stuff. It is wild. So many agents, but they grapple with thier lives, families, jobs and 150 other clients....and very few make it past publishing. 1% make it, and only 00:15% make it to the lists. It is always USA that seems to be on top.

@andeeharry Год назад

Querying Process is like going through the minefield blindfolded, while being slapped with rotten fish

@JuleZDragon Год назад

I don't have any writer friends too. It sucks. I'm so sorry about not having writer friends. I hope you feel better

@Javelin2097 9 месяцев назад

I live in Australia too, I know how you feel! (I don't really, I don't know all the details but isn't that what you say to someone when they're sad?) You can go to those weird writing meeting/conference things! I'm too young to go. Believe in yourself! *sends hug and donuts and more hugs*

@veronikabuglyo5456 4 месяца назад

(I'm a hungarian writer, sorry for the language mistakes) At first i literally couldn't watch the whole video, because I almost started to cry in art class😂 You are not alone, and i can really feel what you feel (or felt), i can't talk to anyone about writing stuff, and my storyes and characters either. Thats because i commenting to writing videos and messaging to hungarian writers, but they answering me (or not) and go to their peoples, with whom they can talk about writing. And they leave me alone, and i somethimes really feel like i am alone and i cant speak to anyone. I have my storys and cant give it to other people and because of it i feel that my storyes are useless and no one cares. i know its not true, but sometimes i really feel this. So i really know what you feel and i think this world is so unfair, thats why its so hard to endure. And thats why its so hard for good people to reach their dreams. (Im at the moment try to get a little money from somewhere to go to art classes in summer and at my school some bad students who are not interested in improving in drawing went to a one week art course for free and i just wanna cryyyy🥲) I loved your video, and I rooting for you to reach your dreams❤❤

@MoveoCreativedesings 6 месяцев назад

oww i get you, but you are doing so goood. You are the reason i keep going, I live in Belgium and don't even dare to tell my paretns i have an instagram account for my book and such!! so proud of you!!!