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Fifth Draft

Learning To Be A Professional Writer

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Robert Acosta

Robert Acosta is a former 5th grade teacher who wants to tell stories about Mexican kids who save the world. His freelance work appeared on George Takei’s family of websites, but now he’s a stay-at-home dad to twin sons and a toddler, all under the age of five, which means he survives on stories, caffeine, and showcasing his mediocre Pokemon battle skills.

11 Rejections In

Because, if my recent interactions with literary agents is any indication, there's a pacing issue.

STATUS – Inauguration Day –

It's finally come, Patsy. The turn around the bend.

STATUS – 1.19.2021 –

I'm logging back on, Patsy. The work has to continue.

STATUS – 1.12.2021 –

There's one flower blooming in the front of the house, Patsy.

Picking Up An Old Habit

...if you say anything is a certainty with your child then they will almost immediately do the opposite of what you just said.

STATUS – 1.4.2021 –

It’s been a long night and day, Patsy.

STATUS – 1.2.2021 –

It’s a cold night, Patsy.

STATUS – 1.1.2021 –

It’s a full moon, Patsy.

QUOTES – better than IRL – Jasmine Elliott Introduction

I should be resting right now.

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