Just a list of reasons that keep me working on that book or fiction piece. None of which is money or reaching a word count. Those motivations won’t last very long I don’t think. It’s the hope that someday, I will touch someone with my work and they may not feel so alone-that’s why I keep writing… along with the following reasons (some of which are a little silly and self indulgent but I don’t know of any other writer who hasn’t thought about if their book was adapted to a movie so don’t judge me). So, without further ado, the reasons to continue writing are as follows…

★ The feeling of reaching that plot twist

★Getting to write that scene.

★Improving your writing ability

★Being able to be published in a literary journal.

★Holding your published book in your hands.

★Hearing from other people who have been touched by your work.

★The aesthetic of the writing life is impeccable. Drink some tea, type away on a rainy day- indulge in it.

★All those crazy fantasies you have about being a writer- publishing multiple works, having people talk about it, dress up like your book characters, and have a movie made about it-these are all self-indulgent fantasies we all have as writers. But you’re never going to have a chance at any of that if you don’t write.

★The thought that once you’re in the publishing and writer world, you may be able to meet some of your heroes.

★You may inspire someone else to write.

★Someone may look at your work and go “Thank goodness, I’m not the only one”. You may find yourself a community.

★Seeing your book in a library selection.

★Finding your book on a bookstore shelf, signing it, and putting it back on the shelf.

★Having art made that is inspired by your work.

★Just overall bettering yourself.

★Making your thoughts more cohesive.

If you wish to share what personally motivates you or you have more ideas for this list, feel free to comment below! Take care!

~B