{"id":24124,"date":"2021-05-18T03:00:21","date_gmt":"2021-05-18T10:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/?p=24124"},"modified":"2021-05-17T12:30:40","modified_gmt":"2021-05-17T19:30:40","slug":"writing-without-the-support-of-family-and-friends-by-janelle-t-riley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/2021\/05\/18\/writing-without-the-support-of-family-and-friends-by-janelle-t-riley\/","title":{"rendered":"Writing Without the Support of Family and Friends by Janelle T. Riley"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Writing-Without-the-Support-of-Family-and-Friends-by-Janelle-T.-Riley.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-24130\" src=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Writing-Without-the-Support-of-Family-and-Friends-by-Janelle-T.-Riley-300x300.png\" alt=\"Writing Without the Support of Family and Friends by Janelle T. Riley\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Writing-Without-the-Support-of-Family-and-Friends-by-Janelle-T.-Riley.png 300w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Writing-Without-the-Support-of-Family-and-Friends-by-Janelle-T.-Riley-80x80.png 80w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Today we welcome a new guest writer to Writer\u2019s Fun Zone, Janelle T. Riley who is stopping by to chat with us about \u201cWriting Without the Support of Family and Friends.\u201d Enjoy!<\/p>\n<p>***<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>As a writer we would like to have someone close to us read our work.<\/strong> Who do we go to once the manuscript is finished?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family and some of our closest friends of course, since they are\u2014so we think\u2014the ones who will give you the feedback you are looking for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Unfortunately, that\u2019s not always the case.<\/strong> I have one friend who reads for me, out of hundreds, and my own husband has yet to read any material I\u2019ve written since we\u2019ve been together. Disheartening, yes, but don\u2019t let this discourage you in any way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face the facts. Family and friends are busy, and the last thing they would like to do is to sit and read hundreds of pages of our masterpiece.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-24126\" title=\"Courtesy Workopolis\" src=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-Workopolis-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Courtesy Workopolis\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-Workopolis-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-Workopolis-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-Workopolis-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-Workopolis.jpg 849w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>I\u2019m sure they would like to,<\/strong> but in actuality, the time isn\u2019t there.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other thing to consider is not too many family or friends have the heart to tell us whether or not they liked the manuscript. In their minds, they don\u2019t want to hurt our feelings in telling us so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>In my honest opinion,<\/strong> this is more hurtful than anything. The only way we will perfect our craft is to receive honest feedback\u2014no matter how hurtful it may be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, there\u2019s always a family member or friend who simply can\u2019t stand to read. However, they are extremely proud that someone they know is a writer and are rooting for them every step of the way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>They will even ask for a signed copy even though they hate to read,<\/strong> but the truth is they\u2019re only going to have these books out for more as a bragging piece whenever other friends or co-workers are around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, these are things you as a writer shouldn\u2019t become discouraged over.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I had to learn this appalling fate during my journey as a writer and accepted these facts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Nevertheless,<\/strong> I did happen to find other writers outside of my family and friends.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can find other authors within different communities who would be willing to read for you and give you the much-needed support and added encouragement you\u2019re seeking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FIND WRITER SUPPORT AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-scaled.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-24127 size-medium\" title=\"Courtesy cookie_studio\" src=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Courtesy cookie_studio\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-cookie_studio-640x427.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Your local library isn\u2019t just a hub that houses some of your favorite authors and books. It can be a great way to find other writers who meet up one day (maybe two) out of the week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Librarians usually announce writers meetings as soon as someone enters the building,<\/strong> or in my case, they hand out monthly newsletters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within the newsletter, you will find various writer\u2019s groups that hold meetings where other authors read or critique each other\u2019s manuscripts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>If you\u2019re extremely shy about someone reading your work,<\/strong> you can always attend without participating just to get a good feel and to possibly find an individual or two that you are comfortable with. These kinds of meetings are a great and fun way in meeting new people and gaining a good network of writers to work with.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FIND WRITER SUPPORT ON SOCIAL MEDIA<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media isn\u2019t all about airing out dirty laundry or a place to hook up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Believe it or not, there are some writing groups with great people who are absolutely helpful.<\/strong> I must say, the support and outstanding encouragement from some of these writing communities are truly amazing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook, Twitter, and oddly enough I just found out there is a writing community on TikTok.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Check around and see which one would be a great fit for you.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, you don\u2019t have to join a group if you\u2019re not comfortable with any of its members.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CREATE YOUR OWN WRITER\u2019S GROUP<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If none of what I mentioned would work for you, there is always another option.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-istock.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-24129 size-medium\" title=\"Courtesy istock\" src=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-istock-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Courtesy istock\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-istock-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Courtesy-istock.jpg 612w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can create your own group and have the ability to make your own rules and run it to how you want.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>To find like-mind writers,<\/strong> Facebook is a good start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even Google has a tool where anyone can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/groups.google.com\/d\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">create a group<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The great part is there\u2019s no charge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other nicest thing about creating your own writer\u2019s group, you get to have fun interacting with the members, while making it a safe space for you and others.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Writing is hard enough as it is,<\/strong> the last thing we need is having to worry about who\u2019s going to read our manuscripts. You can not only find support from outside your family or friends but with other writers, you can also find friendships that will be cherished for a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>***<\/p>\n<h2>ABOUT THE AUTHOR<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Janelle-Riley.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-24125\" title=\"Janelle Riley\" src=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Janelle-Riley-300x210.jpg\" alt=\"Janelle Riley\" width=\"214\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Janelle-Riley-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Janelle-Riley.jpg 595w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 214px) 100vw, 214px\" \/><\/a>Janelle lives in Louisiana with her husband, their three children, and Hamilton their half lab half rottweiler. Along with writing, she\u2019s a professional photographer and enjoys being outdoors photographing people and nature.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When not writing or photographing, she enjoys traveling, drawing, listening to music, and cooking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Janelle\u2019s on Twitter <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/janelletriley1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@janelletriley1<\/a> and Instagram <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tejay_riley5\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@tejay_riley5<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While it can be difficult to write without the support of family and friends, there are other alternatives, as writer Janelle T. 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