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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, Are You a Good Writer? 7 years, 5 months ago
Hahaha—I know! 😄 When I was researching for my article about how times famous authors were rejected, never in a million years did I expect Lewis to have received so many rejections! 😮
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, Are You a Good Writer? 7 years, 5 months ago
I’m glad to hear that my article encouraged you, Jenny! 🤗 I’ve had such moments, and God has always prevented me from giving up, whether it’s by a Bible verse, a word someone said, or an unexpected hug from a loved one.
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, Are You a Good Writer? 7 years, 5 months ago
You’re welcome, Timothy! 🙂 I think all writers struggle with pride (including me) and we often need reminded to be humble. 😊
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, Are You a Good Writer? 7 years, 5 months ago
Aw, that makes me so happy! 🤗🤗🤗 It means a lot to know I’ve helped another writer, especially when I’ve been down that hard road myself (and will undoubtedly fall into it again). You’re welcome, Eden, and may you keep on writing forever! ❤️
Btw, your new profile pic is absolutely adorable. …[Read more]
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, Are You a Good Writer? 7 years, 5 months ago
Me too—I think all writers are prone to self-doubt (especially me 😂).
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, Are You a Good Writer? 7 years, 5 months ago
Thank you! 😊
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Mariposa Aristeo wrote a new post 7 years, 5 months ago
Are You a Good Writer?
At intervals throughout your journey, you’ve probably wondered whether you’re a good writer. Unfortunately, I can’t sympathize because that thought hasn’ […] -
Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic The dinosaur lover has returned from extinction! in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 5 months ago
@andrew Aberdeen’s favorite color is green (he’s biased because he’s green 😜🦖) and his second favorite color is blue (he’s also biased there because he has blue dots on his skin).
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic The dinosaur lover has returned from extinction! in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 5 months ago
@andrew Ave sounds like someone Aberdeen would want to be friends with. 🙂🦖
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic The dinosaur lover has returned from extinction! in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 5 months ago
@andrew Nice to meet you again, too! 🙂 *waves*
No worries about hating The Good Dinosaur (I didn’t like it either, and that’s saying a lot because I love dinosaurs). 😉
That’s awesome you have several dinosaurs in your animal collection—which dinosaur is your favorite?
Aberdeen is very pleased to meet Ave. 🦖🙂 What kind of things does Ave like to…[Read more]
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, How to Use Raw Inspiration to Discover Your Character's Voice 7 years, 6 months ago
I love this article, Gabby! 🧡 You made some great points, especially the part about motivations being fluid. Is it just me, or does your dialogue prompt bear a slight resemblance to your novel, Rook? Because that’s instantly what I thought of when I read it. 😉
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, The Undertaker's Son 7 years, 6 months ago
I’m so happy for you, Anne! 🤗🤗🤗 This story touched my heart from the beginning to the end. 🧡
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic I have a crazy idea… in the forum Poetry Discussions 7 years, 6 months ago
@evelyn @kb-writer @lin You’re very welcome! 🙂
@eden-anderson Aw! You give the best hedge-hugs ever! *squeezes you back in a dinosaur hug* 🤗🦖
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic Hello! Mom & Writer here: ) in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 6 months ago
@bekah Aw, that’s awesome you have a beach only a couple hours away! I don’t live that close to a beach, which is unfortunate because I adore it so. 😢 Maybe someday.
Ooh, you paint! I’ve never used watercolor, but I enjoy acrylics. What kind of things do you like to paint?
My favorite hobbies are drawing, painting (I was practically born an ar…[Read more]
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic The dinosaur lover has returned from extinction! in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 6 months ago
@eden-anderson Definitely Joy. 😊 Probably Sadness second.
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic I have a crazy idea… in the forum Poetry Discussions 7 years, 6 months ago
@eden-anderson I’m afraid I can’t be much help on this—I only write poetry occasionally (maybe 6 a year 😅). Plus, you’ve already received some fantastic advice. Can I still have a hedge-hug though? I’d love one. 😊
Kingdom Pen has some great articles on poetry writing if you’re interested. 🙂 Here are some of my favorites:…[Read more]
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic Hello! Mom & Writer here: ) in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 6 months ago
@bekah Hello! Nice to meet you! 😃 I’ve never been to California, but I adore the ocean. Do you live near a beach? 🙂 Also, what are some of your favorite hobbies?
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Mariposa Aristeo commented on the post, I Hear a Train 7 years, 6 months ago
I love this poem, Katherine! 🧡 I can almost hear the sound of a train whistle just reading it. Keep up the great work!
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic The dinosaur lover has returned from extinction! in the forum Introduce Yourself 7 years, 6 months ago
@eden-anderson ALL THE DISNEY MOVIES ARE MY FAVORITE!
*calms down from outburst* 😂
But if I had to pick a few, they’d be: Inside Out (I simply adore this one too—who’s your favorite character?), Up, Tarzan, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast (the original version), and Dinosaur (not The Good Dinosaur—this is an entirely different—and much better
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Mariposa Aristeo replied to the topic SE Submission in the forum Poetry Discussions 7 years, 6 months ago
@emma-starr You are perfectly welcome to have your poems critiqued before submitting to us. 🙂
However, it’s best to only submit one poem to our site per month.
I look forward to seeing your poems!
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Great reminder! I forget this all too often.
Me too—I think all writers are prone to self-doubt (especially me 😂).
This article came a just the right time! I was feeling really down and out about my writing…like it wasn’t worth keeping on writing, that I’m a failure as a writer and I should just give it up and die in peace. But then I read this…and I’m determined to just keep on. Thank you so much, Mariposa! You made my day. ❤️❤️
Aw, that makes me so happy! 🤗🤗🤗 It means a lot to know I’ve helped another writer, especially when I’ve been down that hard road myself (and will undoubtedly fall into it again). You’re welcome, Eden, and may you keep on writing forever! ❤️
Btw, your new profile pic is absolutely adorable. 👌🏻😍
Thanks, @k-a-grey drew it for me! ❤️
It came at just the right time for me too! I struggle with feeling the same way, but this article is a huge encouragement!
(And I like your hedgehog too)
Hey Jenny, glad I’m not the only one who struggles with these sort of things! 😉 Yes, Mariposa was a huge encouragement! Aw, thanks.
I’m glad to hear that my article encouraged you, Jenny! 🤗 I’ve had such moments, and God has always prevented me from giving up, whether it’s by a Bible verse, a word someone said, or an unexpected hug from a loved one.
The ending really got to me. I hadn’t (recently) realized how crippling my own pride of writing really is until I got to the end. Ouch. But I needed it.
Thanks.
You’re welcome, Timothy! 🙂 I think all writers struggle with pride (including me) and we often need reminded to be humble. 😊
Thank you! 😊
C.S. Lewis was rejected EIGHT HUNDRED times!!? *mind blows* That is crazy! If publishers don’t like my book, I will be sure to remind them of that.
Hahaha—I know! 😄 When I was researching for my article about how times famous authors were rejected, never in a million years did I expect Lewis to have received so many rejections! 😮
Thank you for reading, Ruth! 😊 I can see how school could induce fear into writers and cause them to quit writing. I’m glad you haven’t let that keep you back! 😃 I hope you’ll cook up something great, in your kitchen and in your writing. 🙂
This is very inspiring! I’ve been facing this question lately and I’ve not been writing. Your post came right one time! Thanks!
You’re welcome (and thank you 😊)! I’m glad to help a fellow wielder of the pen! 🙂
*grins* I love it, Mari. This is so encouraging. <3
I’m afraid the idea that good writers don’t need editing or rewrites is why there are so many self-published books out there that shouldn’t be. This is a good article. Thank you.
That is very true, unfortunately. We need more writers who are dedicated to excellence. 🙂 You’re welcome! Thanks for reading, Susan! ☺️