"Perseverance is probably the most important skill or quality to have. Stick with it, and eventually you'll cross some kind of finish line." – Linda Moore In this episode, Linda Moore, a late-blooming fiction writer and art historian, shares her unique journey from political science and journalism to owning an art gallery and finally embracing a career as a novelist. Through candid discussions on facing criticism, switching career paths, and her perseverance in getting her first novel published in her 70s, Linda offers invaluable insights for writers at all stages. Her wisdom and experiences provide a rich source of inspiration for those aspiring to tell their own stories. Key Themes Perseverance in Writing: Linda emphasizes the importance of sticking with your craft, no matter how many setbacks or rejections you face. Embracing Criticism: She shares her transformative experiences with early criticism and how it helped shape her into a better writer. Late Start in Fiction: Linda’s journey into novel writing didn’t begin until later in life, proving it's never too late to start a new chapter. Art as Storytelling: Drawing from her background in art history, Linda discusses the power of storytelling through different mediums, including art. Publishing Pathways: Linda explores her decision to pursue hybrid publishing and how she navigated the challenges of getting her books into the world. Self-Promotion in Publishing: She speaks to the necessity of self-promotion in today’s publishing landscape, especially for independent authors. Buy Five Days in Bogota Amazon: https://amzn.to/4dpgWth Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9798874780937 Connect with Linda Website: https://lindamooreauthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lindamooreauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindamooreauthor/ Connect with Mike Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ If you like this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. #WritingJourney #Perseverance #LateBloomingAuthor #Storytelling #ArtAndWriting #PublishingTips #AspiringWriters #CreativeProcess #FictionWriting #CriticismAndGrowth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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