Rejection is part of the process, so you can't let it crush you. My first three novels never made it into publication, but my fourth, 'Sheltering Rain,' was translated into 11 languages.
Jojo MoyesRead
You have to write the story that's at the front of your head. There is no point in trying to write for the market; it won't ring true.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Write authentically from your own perspective rather than trying to please others or follow trends.
This quote emphasizes the importance of authenticity in creative expression. Jojo Moyes encourages writers, and by extension all creators, to stay true to their own visions and ideas rather than conforming to market demands, suggesting that genuine work resonates more deeply with audiences.
Themes
CreativityAuthenticityWritingSelf-ExpressionArtistic Integrity
In practice
Example use cases
In a writing workshop, to inspire participants to explore their unique voices.
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