It's complicated

A facebook relationship status that also applies to most writing careers

If I had to sum up publishing in two words, I might choose “it’s complicated.” Or perhaps “it’s luck” or “stay persistent” or “be patient.”

But the complicated bit sums up everything.

It’s a complicated industry for many reasons—the luck, the timing, the grit you need to survive, the patience you need to practice with yourself (and others.) It’s also comp…