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In reply to the discussion: Asking for advice. [View all]

hermetic

(8,688 posts)
4. Hi, Thanks for posting here.
Fri Jun 3, 2022, 04:08 PM
Jun 2022

There are some really smart and experienced people here and I hope you can find some inspiration. I am not really a writer myself so much as I've long been an editor and a most avid reader. But I did come across an article not long ago that might inspire you. "Salvation by Words," Iris Murdoch on language as a vehicle of truth and art as a force of resistance to tyranny.
https://getpocket.com/explore/item/salvation-by-words-iris-murdoch-on-language-as-a-vehicle-of-truth-and-art-as-a-force-of-resistance

I can certainly relate, though, to what you are going through. It surely does feel like all hope is lost sometimes. But I also believe that we need writers to keep writing about the good things we need to aspire to. This is why I try to only read books now that have positive outcomes. Do stop by every week for a look at the What Are You Reading This Week thread for suggestions from me and others.

Also, there is a Writer's forum here that I would suggest you repost your question there. You might get more feedback.
https://democraticunderground.com/?com=forum&id=1202

I wish you the best. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. We're all in this together, after all.

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Asking for advice. [View all] Mme. Defarge Jun 2022 OP
I'm also a writer - Fantasy/YA leftieNanner Jun 2022 #1
About 30 years ago I wrote two novels. Both SciFi. Binkie The Clown Jun 2022 #2
I am not a writer (IANAW) but usonian Jun 2022 #3
Hi, Thanks for posting here. hermetic Jun 2022 #4
I am an occasionally published science fiction writer. PoindexterOglethorpe Jun 2022 #5
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