[Must-read for all writers] The strategist reveals the reality of a "writing life" found here #HowToStartAWritingLife

I know I won't change unless I do something, but I'm scared to take that first step.

Have you ever had the experience of feeling hesitant because you lack confidence? Thinking things like, "It's too early for me to try this," or "I have to do it by the book."

I totally understand; that was exactly me.

As a timid person like that, I read Mikumayutan's book, "How to Start a Writing Life: The Mindset for 'Continuing to Write' That Is More Important Than Writing Skill." (The following includes Amazon Associate advertisements 👇)

This time, I'm going to write my impressions of the book as someone who wants to walk the path of a writing life.

▼ A brief self-introduction
I'm Motsuki, a Web Writer & Creative Supporter! I have 8 years of experience in support roles, and I specialize in writing and responding with empathy. I share things that move my heart on note.

Author: Mikumayutan

The author of this book is Mikumayutan.
She is a veteran writer with 8 years of experience, and she has not only been published in major media but also has extensive experience winning note contests. She writes novels, event reports, and essays on note, and I think she is someone who enjoys "writing" with all her might and sincerity.

The book she has published this time is about the mindset needed to survive as a writer. It is packed with her experience and thoughts, and she shows you her entire mindset for writing. Is it okay to show this much?

Packed with secrets to staying at the forefront

Why is she able to continue being active at the forefront?
It's because she repeats trial and error with strategic thinking, I thought.

Her thinking and actions are extremely strategic.
It feels like she spends about 80% of her effort on the writing preparation phase (research and analysis) rather than the actual writing phase.
And it comes across that she probably enjoys the research and analysis process just as much as the writing itself.

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This book is not about writing techniques or how-to guides for making money. The knowledge gained from 8 years of writing experience is packed into this one volume. There are many realistic stories that only someone who knows the field can tell, such as stories from the client's perspective and stories about social media.
Especially in the "Introduction" part, which is a massive volume of over 12,000 characters, her thoughts are written with such density that you can't help but be impressed.

Sometimes she shows you reality, and sometimes she lets you dream.
It's a stance that doesn't coddle you, but never pushes you away.
I felt it was a book that gives you guidance on a writing life with just the right distance.

The person I want to be and the future

I have just started walking the path of a writing life. I still have little experience and few achievements. Therefore, I need to build up my track record.

Even so, I was thinking things like, "It's too early for me to apply for this," or "I have to build up my track record on crowdsourcing before I can move on," or "I need to make a portfolio, but I don't have any achievements..."

Gently crushing the excuses for not being able to do itAfter reading this book, I felt ashamed of myself for lining up nothing but excuses for not doing things.

First, create a portfolio by working backward from the image you want to achieve. It might be rough at first, but you can polish it later. It made me feel like I could move forward, even if the steps were small.

Just like me,I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to write but can't take that first step.

For reference,

the magazine summarizing the path to publication and the publication commemorative X Space (a conversation with the editor, Mr. Okamoto), where she talks about why she wanted to publish, are also very interesting, so I hope you read and listen to them along with the book. You can enjoy the book more deeply by learning about the process leading up to publication while touching on her strategic thinking.

I was completely convinced by this review by Kayako Tanaka, thinking, 'She said everything I wanted to say!!!!' I highly recommend this one too. I felt like if I wrote a review after reading it, I would be heavily influenced by it.

A book that enriches your professional life

Although it is titled 'How to Start a Writing Life,' I felt that the strategic thinking in this book is useful not only for writers but for anyone living as a freelancer. If you want to become a master of strategy and action, please pick up a copy of this book. It is available in paperback as well as a Kindle version!

By the time you finish reading, you should be feeling, 'So this is how I should think and act' and 'I have to do this!' (I certainly did.)

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