Calling quits on what isn't working
I’m not writing the book I started to write.
A brief note to readers before I tell you why I’m no longer writing the book I started to write:
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Now, back to why I’m no longer writing the book I was going to write…
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Calling quits on what isn't working
Several years ago I began the initial concept phase of writing my next book, Tethered to Hope. My publisher was on board with enthusiasm. (Have I told you lately how much I love them?) My agent loved the concept. And when I shared snippets and themes with readers or friends they always gave me a yes we need this in print—tell me more. I felt sure I knew how the book would unfold. I was wrong.