My writing group started as friends sharing our terrible first drafts over wine, but now that two of us have gotten published, there's this weird tension where we're not sure if we're still amateurs supporting each other or professionals who should be giving serious feedback.
More people experience this than they realize.
Success can create uncomfortable hierarchies in spaces that were built on equality and mutual vulnerability.
“Where Are You with The amateur — one who does it for love?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.