What stage are you currently in with your book project?

I started a story a while ago that I'd like to follow up on ... Anybody write children's books here

How are we all....

Most writers don’t struggle because they lack ideas. They struggle because they’ve been staring at the same manuscript for so long that they can no longer see what’s working and what’s weakening the story. Sometimes the pacing feels off but you can’t explain why. Sometimes the dialogue sounds right in your head but flat on the page. Sometimes you know a chapter is missing something, but you can’t identify it. That’s a normal part of the writing process. I’m curious: What’s been the hardest part of writing your current book? Is it: • pacing • character development • consistency • editing • finishing the manuscript • self-doubt • publishing • something else entirely? Writers, drop your biggest challenge below. I’d love to hear what stage you’re currently navigating.

Your first draft isn't supposed to be perfect. Many authors stop writing because they think every sentence has to sound brilliant from the beginning. The truth is, every published book started as an imperfect draft. Write the messy chapter. Finish the rough draft. Edit later. Progress beats perfection every single time. What's one writing goal you're committing to this week?