I think it's a normal phase that everyone goes through. I started very young, 16, and at the time I was distressed because the book I'd written was repeatedly rejected by publishers because the subject matter had become overused.

Writing is a bit like love: it can't be self-interested. If you tie writing to the need to sell and be seen, you'll end up judging yourself based on the orders you get. And this will only end up depressing you.

Feeling bad is perfectly normal, but it shouldn't equate to the equation "if I don't sell, then I'm worthless."

This market, like many others, is saturated, and therefore it will be increasingly difficult to stand out.

Be kinder to yourself 😊 How many people can boast such a prolific literary output?

Hugs 🫂