How badly do you want it?

Last night I was talking with a friend about my completely lackluster efforts to get my work out there to potential publishers. You know, Jack London had a pile of rejections as tall as his desk by the time he got through. I have the dedication to do creative work, but do I have the dedication to send out letters? I need to get there.

What she said to me is this: If you don’t have the dedication to do it, then you don’t want it badly enough.

She also said: If you want to make time, give up some sleep.