Comments for Athena Grayson

Comment on Life, Act Two-sdays: The Beats by athena

athena — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 14:33:20 +0000

Thank you, Toni! Part of my big reassessment of my life (because I had that, ahem, Big Birthday a few months ago) included what I really, truly wanted to accomplish as a writer–as a creative person. I realized that for me, writing has always been about connection of some sort. I don’t just want to sell books, I want to really connect with people through stories and characters, and like building any relationship, that connection takes time. It should be time I’m willing to spend to craft and nurture. It made me realize that the process is just as worthy as the finished product. So own all of your awesome, including your process of getting to awesome!

Comment on Life, Act Two-sdays: The Beats by Toni Kenyon

Toni Kenyon — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 23:51:16 +0000

Thank you so much for writing this blog – I followed the link from the loop …. Sometimes it’s hard to embrace our individuality and remain focussed on the authentic stories we have to tell, when everyone around us seems to be caught in some collective upswing that does not resonate with us as writers.
You’ve reminded me to be true to myself and my muse. Thank you, again.
Our time will come!

Comment on Life, Act Two-sdays: The Beats by athena

athena — Fri, 31 May 2013 22:05:33 +0000

Oh, Linda! Thank YOU for taking the time to share your story! I speak from experience when I say that you go through a LOT of change once you have a work “out there” (and this is true for more than just writing). Suddenly, your creative, nurturing, private, soul-bearing “thing” is up for scrutiny–by strangers, for money, as a business endeavor. Even if it’s something you want so badly you can taste it, you still go through at least a little personal vertigo as your world changes. Enjoy and treasure your time right now, where you’re writing for yourself. Bank that feeling because you’ll return to it throughout your career–it’s the core kernel of Why You Write.

And of course, Own Your Awesome!

Comment on Life, Act Two-sdays: The Beats by Linda Ward

Linda Ward — Fri, 31 May 2013 13:23:11 +0000

Athena, thank you so much for this! I really needed this reminder right now. (I actually teared up while I was reading.) I have been going through one of those phases of feeling down-in-the-dumps because I’m not in the same place as “everyone else.” I’m an indie author still working on my first book while “everyone else” is putting out a new book every other week. I know that it isn’t true but sometimes it sure feels that way! Thanks for the timely kick in the rear. Now, if you will excuse me, I’m off to “own my awesome!”

Comment on Life, Act Two-sdays: The Beats by athena

athena — Thu, 30 May 2013 20:49:24 +0000

Thanks for coming by, Amanda! I need this same reminder on a frequent basis. But it helps to focus on the fact that most of the time, the Universe has put me where *I* need to be, and that trends come and go, but quality work sticks around even when your “thing” might not be surfing a popularity wave.

Comment on Life, Act Two-sdays: The Beats by Amanda DeWees

Amanda DeWees — Thu, 30 May 2013 14:25:49 +0000

Athena, thank you so much for this positive post. There have definitely been times when I mourned my bad timing in not being in on the start of a trend that (I just know) I would have rocked. I love your advice here–I think I’m going to print it out and tape it over my computer!

Comment on Life, Act Two: The Big One by athena

athena — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:48:24 +0000

I’m glad you found me! My books are available in kindle/kobo/nook/anywayyouwannaread’em. I know better than to get in the way of a reader and a book, LOL! I admit, I should probably be better at pointing out the books on the site. But some days, it’s enough to just chew through the leather straps in the morning…

Comment on Indie Weekend: Push It by athena

athena — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:43:14 +0000

Megan, I’m so glad you stopped by! Traditional publishers do have an important role to play, and it’s great for some writers to have that structure and career guidance. But, as is often the case with us creative types, we don’t always flourish within the lines.

Comment on Life, Act Two: The Big One by Jennette Marie Powell

Jennette Marie Powell — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 22:20:11 +0000

I’m a little closer to “of a certain age” than you LOL – it’s just a number! It’s even harder to remain visible if you’re short, but driving a new Camaro helps. I know, midlife crisis car, whatever LOL – I got it ‘cuz I love it. My husband said something the other day on the lines of “oh, to be young again.” I said “No thanks!” Life at 46 is better than ever! Well, aside from the creaking knees and such. I am looking forward to your book!

Comment on Life, Act Two: The Big One by A Madden

A Madden — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 07:13:06 +0000

Found the answer to my question…yuppers your books are available for kindle format. Yay for me!!

May each day be filled with smiles.