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I'm an aspiring writer, but I'm dealing with two things: I get discouraged every single day because 96% of manuscripts are rejected, and I haven't had an idea for years, literally. There's too many people wanting to be writers, and knowing there's so much competition just kills me a little every day. When I get motivated, immediatly something appears about the industry that kills it. Any tips on how to deal with this?

Shirlee McCoy Write for yourself. I guess that's the best advice I can give. Don't write with the goal of publication...even if that's where you're heading. Write a…moreWrite for yourself. I guess that's the best advice I can give. Don't write with the goal of publication...even if that's where you're heading. Write a story that you would want to read. One that you write because you love it. The market changes so quickly, and, as you've said, it is inundated with product. But, remember this - there is nothing new under the sun. Every story has been done before. You are what brings the new and extraordinary to the tale. Your voice is what will bring the characters to life. You have yourself to offer to the market, and it doesn't matter how many manuscripts get rejected, yours can still be the one that sells. This industry is tough. Rejection is part of the journey, but if you persist, you will find the right place and the right time for your work. (less)

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Hi Shirlee, I just finished Defender's Duty! I loved it and the while Sinclair brothers series! My question is about the 4th brother? I think I remember in at least 2 of them saying there where 4 boys anand a girl. I only remember Tristan, Grayson, Jude & Piper...am I missing a book or a brither?

Shirlee McCoy Hi Venessa! You are correct! There is a fourth brother. I left him overseas for a while and wrote his story in my Heroes for Hire series. It's book 9 …moreHi Venessa! You are correct! There is a fourth brother. I left him overseas for a while and wrote his story in my Heroes for Hire series. It's book 9 - Defender for Hire. Thanks for ask. I'm glad you enjoyed the Sinclair brothers trilogy!!! (less)

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	Safe by the Marshal's Side (Witness Protection #1) 3.94 avg rating — 1,653 ratings — published 2013 — 12 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tracking Justice (Texas K-9 Unit, #1) 4.35 avg rating — 945 ratings — published 2013 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Sworn to Protect (True Blue K-9 Unit #8) 4.60 avg rating — 765 ratings — published 2019 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Blizzard Showdown (Alaska K-9 Unit #8) 4.65 avg rating — 717 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Delayed Justice (True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn Book 8) 4.53 avg rating — 612 ratings — published 2020 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The House on Main Street (Apple Valley #1) 3.95 avg rating — 644 ratings — published 2013 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Undercover Bodyguard (Heroes for Hire, #6) 4.21 avg rating — 550 ratings — published 2012 — 12 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Running Blind (Heroes for Hire, #3) 4.23 avg rating — 503 ratings — published 2010 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Protection Detail (Capitol K-9 Unit #1) 4.22 avg rating — 496 ratings — published 2015 — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Navy SEAL Rescuer (Heroes for Hire, #7) 4.11 avg rating — 509 ratings — published 2012 — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Today is release day for Bittersweet!

This book is darker and grittier than the other two Home Sweet Home books. Both the hero and the heroine have traumatic pasts. Both have lost people they loved. Both had their childhoods stolen. Both are strong and resilient characters who refuse to let their pasts define them.
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Series by Shirlee McCoy

Heroes for Hire (9 books)
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Mission: Rescue (8 books)
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Apple Valley (3 books)
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FBI: Special Crimes Unit (5 books)
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4.25 avg rating — 1,603 ratings

Lakeview (7 books)
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“I wasn't looking for anyone, Tessa. Sometimes, though, we don't have to be looking to find what we need.”
― Shirlee McCoy, Defender for Hire

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“Don't hope...Believe, because when God is in it, everything works out just the way it should.”
― Shirlee McCoy, Defender for Hire

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“occurred to Jenna that she might still be in danger. Not while”
― Shirlee McCoy, Running Blind

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