Category: Behind the Drafts
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Writing letters to myself
Finding your voice in writing involves listening to yourself, exploring unexpressed feelings, and creating honest narratives that connect with others’ experiences.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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No one is qualified to start a novel
Writing begins with hope and confidence, but often leads to self-doubt and struggle throughout the creative process.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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Please stop editing the life out of your story
The essence of powerful writing lies in emotional resonance, not just technical perfection; stories should have a heartbeat beyond flawless grammar.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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You’re not supposed to see me like this
Reflections on the struggle between writing with respectability versus authenticity, emphasizing that true connection stems from vulnerability and honesty in one’s writing.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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Sorry, I was too busy feeling things to make a plot
There’s an emphasize in chasing emotional arcs over structure in writing, advocating for intuition and feelings as the true guiding force in storytelling.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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Why I trust my gut more than grammar rules
The author values language’s creative aspects over strict grammar rules, emphasizing authenticity and personal voice in writing above adherence to conventions.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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Mistakes I made (so you don’t have to)
Independent publishing is a challenging journey filled with pitfalls. Learn from common mistakes like neglecting editing, poor formatting, ineffective marketing, isolation, and forgetting to celebrate achievements.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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What I learned publishing my first paperback
In publishing my first paperback, I learned that self-publishing requires creativity, resilience, and confidence. Embrace imperfections, prioritize design, and promote your work to connect with readers.
Montse “M.B” Benavides
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Notas en mi celular y otros orígenes de mis libros
El proceso creativo de Montse combina caos y orden, destacando la espontaneidad y la maduración de ideas para escribir auténticamente.
Montse “M.B” Benavides