Some tips on writing, and advice on working in the business...from the author's perspective.
One of the very first things I learned in my writing career--and I had to learn it the hard way; it took years to drill it into my head--is simply this: not everyone is going to like you. Period, end of discussion. Deal with it.
It does not mean you aren't any good. It means that your work doesn't appeal to someone. It is not your job to make the whole world your fan. It is your job to do what you love to do--whether it's writing or any other endeavor--and let your fans come to you.
It is not the end of the world if everyone doesn't like what you do. And it is also not the end if someone gives you a negative review, particularly if they are a professional critic; they are trying to help you become better.
One of the very first things I learned in my writing career--and I had to learn it the hard way; it took years to drill it into my head--is simply this: not everyone is going to like you. Period, end of discussion. Deal with it.
It does not mean you aren't any good. It means that your work doesn't appeal to someone. It is not your job to make the whole world your fan. It is your job to do what you love to do--whether it's writing or any other endeavor--and let your fans come to you.
It is not the end of the world if everyone doesn't like what you do. And it is also not the end if someone gives you a negative review, particularly if they are a professional critic; they are trying to help you become better.