The initial phase of losing

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The TheWattys announced winners last night and I was devastated. Despite the fact that two of my favorite authors won, I didn't feel happy about the outcome. This was my first year as a participant. Like every other aspiring author, I was sure that I will win. The problem is, I don't just write about impossible possibilities but I believe in them. I knew my work was not that good but I hoped with all my heart that I would win.

After 3 hours of wishing, crying and eating later I realized that I have been an idiot. I thought that they might have forgotten about me and would text me any moment now. I knew it was not happening.

But I hope like a boss. Once I start, it's hard to stop hoping. Anyways, after wallowing in self pity I decided to do something. Commencing phase two.

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