Embrace Your Quirks

Join the Hilariously Unique World of Authors

Welcome to the wonderfully wacky world of authors, where every writer is as unique as their characters (and trust me, that’s saying something)! On this hilarious journey through the quirks of authors, we can explore why comparing your writing journey to others is like comparing apples to… well, intergalactic space fruit.

First things first, let’s talk about the myth of the “ideal” writer. You know, the one who churns out bestsellers in record time, has a pristine writing space straight out of a Pinterest board. Don’t forget they never, ever procrastinate. Spoiler alert: that writer doesn’t exist! Each author has their process, from chaotic creative bursts at 3:00 AM to meticulously planned outlines color-coded with unicorn stickers.

Next up, let’s tackle the comparison game. It’s easy to fall into the trap of measuring your success against others, but here’s the tea: every author’s journey is as unique as their fingerprint-covered keyboard. Just because someone else hit a milestone faster or got a fancy book deal doesn’t diminish your achievements and the path you’re on.

Let’s celebrate the quirks that make you, well, you! Maybe you’re the type of writer who can’t resist adding a sprinkle of humor in every paragraph. Maybe you are the master of crafting dialogue that rivals a Shakespearean play (with a modern twist, of course). Embrace your quirks, lean into your strengths, and own your unique voice like the literary rockstar you are.

Don’t forget about personality. Just like characters in a novel, authors come in all shapes, sizes, and quirks. You might be the introverted writer who thrives in solitude, the extroverted wordsmith who bounces ideas off anyone within earshot, or the ambivert who oscillates between cozy writing caves and lively coffee shops.

Dear fellow authors, embrace your quirks, ditch the comparison game, and remember: your journey is uniquely yours, and that’s what makes it hilariously awesome. Let your personality shine through every word you write!

Learn more about how to be uniquely you in Pros Talking Prose’s episode “An Author’s Purpose: A Multi-topic Rant.” Troy and Stacey might just help you find your inner weirdness.