Irene shares her lifelong dream
I’ve always loved writing. I’ve always dreamed of telling amazing stories. But I didn’t know anyone who was a writer. I didn’t think it was possible. Until the special lady came to my school.
That day, we oohed and aahed over her. She told us that she was a writer. That even as a child, she had already begun to write. My heart started beating very fast. She was just like me!
The lady said people made fun of her. They told her she wouldn’t make it. But she proved them wrong.
How? She read everything she could find. She got good writing tips online. Next, she joined a writing group made up of other writers. They read each other’s work and made helpful suggestions. She learned a lot from them.
The lady said there were times she wanted to give up. But her bestie told her to never give up. Her bestie cheered her on all the way.
After a while, she started sending her stories to magazines. At first, the magazines rejected them. Then over time, they began to accept them. They paid her to write more stories. They invited her to give speeches in cool places. Fans from all over the world wrote to say they loved her work.
She encouraged us to believe in ourselves, to follow our dreams. She told us she was about to publish her third book. And if she’d listened to people who didn’t believe in her dreams, she wouldn’t be where she was.
Now I’m more determined than ever to be a writer. If the lady could do it, so can I. She’s such an inspiration. I’ve started doing everything she did. I even set a goal to write every day. And I’ve been doing it bit by bit. I’m ready to work very hard to achieve my dream. I know I’ll make it someday.
Whatever you want to be, whether a swimmer, a TV presenter, or a writer like Irene, you can do it! Don’t let anyone discourage you. Never stop chasing that dream of yours.
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I also love writing. This totally inspiring!
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Terus! we are glad you like it, we live for feedbacks like this, please feel free to share with your friends, we hope this helps
Hello, Irene. That was really inspiring. But, i've got this military ambitions too. I have a dream that someday, i will be a Rear Admiral. Thanks. Kem.
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Kem! We love it when girls dream big. You can be whatever you want to be. Don't just dream, work hard and you will definitely achieve it. Thanks for sharing this Rare Admiral Kem! See you at the top
I was a word wizard since I was a kid. I wrote and scribbled and doodled myself to this stage. it got to a point chimamanda adichie told me that " I was awful but aspiring ". it hurt me deeply and I told myself that I would change my world. I'm trying by best efforts today and wish to make a difference in the literary world
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey suki! Thanks for the comment. Chimamanda Adichie gave was a honest criticism. Please note that criticisms are meant to shape you and make you improve on yourself. Do not let it bring you down girl. Dust yourself and try try again. Keep writing till you become the best at what you do. We believe you will make the difference in the literary world and the world at large. Do not stop! Keep doing what you do best. See you at the top girl!
Am an actress but my industry they re nt payin us yet, am a script writer, i write 4 my group 4 free nw. I ve about 10 title of drama 2 write and i believe i wil writing 4 others industry with a good payment.
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Rocxy! This is great! You are so good at what you do and also passionate about it. Keep doing this. You will be recognized soon and you will be rewarded accordingly. See this as your training stage. Use all of this to improve your writing girl. We hope this helps
I ALSO LOVE TO WRITE TO WOW THIS IS WONDERFUL
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
i luv creatin smtin new nd improving people's lives nd also experiencing / discovering smtin NEW
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
i luv to write, present and talk.... Do u know any writing group??? i really have passion in it
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Flawqween! Thanks for the comment. We are glad you know what you like and you are also interested in joining a writing group. We do not know any writing group but it is something you can find or even create. All you need to do is to gather people together with interest in writing and start a group. You can even start with 2 or 3 people. The most important thing is to just start. We hope this helps
Hi Flawqween, Big sis is right I think we could create a writing group, many of us would love to join the group and it would really help us, right?
keep it up
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
I Can Write Very Well,am A Sec. In The Youth Wing Of Our Church.I Want To Write Books In The Future,gv Speeches At Places.I Always Dream Of It,delivering A Speech.Wat Shud I Do To Make It Come To Pass.Tanks
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
i luv acting movies dat ave watched,nd acting drama dat i formed in my mind.infact ders no day i dont act
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
I Wish 2 Learn How To Sew, Bake Cakes, Do Make-ups And Alxo Av Knowlegde In Catering Bt I've Nt Started De Trainin Yet Coz I'm Doin Computer Trainin Now
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
I love and write stories too but i think i need improvement.I also want to become a journalis.Pls how can i start now?
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
i am very happy to join to this program by writting story letter
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
Writing is my world. l don't just love writing-l adore writing
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
Big Sister..is it possible to post articles here on Springster?
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey Grey! Thanks for the comment. No, you cannot post articles here. You can only post comments. If you want to share an article, you can do that on our Facebook page or through the comment section. We hope this helps
I like writing and i am planning to submit my prosework at a publishing house that is going to occur later this year
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey Babatunmise! We are so proud of you. Keep up the good work girl. We will see you at the top. We hope this helps
I love 2 design nd decorate bt dere z 2 much pressure on me
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
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We have d same problem,i love designing and drawing i dnt know what 2 do.
I love to write novels but I don't know how I can publish it pls help me
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
I love writing too..but don't know how to go about it
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
I love writing too but I've never published any sometimes I don't even get to finish it before I conclude that I can't go on
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
if there is anything i enjoy doing is writing,it's one of my hobbies.
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
I never get to finish a book
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
Hi big sis are allowed to write motivational words or quotes on dis platform:-)
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
Ahh! Anonymous you aren't alone dear, I've written sooooooooo many UNCOMPLETED books, and lord, I love writing buh I cant just complete any story I've written............ I need help
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
I need help,on this awesome app called watt pad i'm a writer but I've lost my muse..I can't write anything meaningful anymore and I've also lost the zeal to write..please advice me,help me
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
Oh my gosh jane886 I love reading books on wattpad but why haven't I seen any of ur writing s
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Same as Irene, I love writing. My first book is still on edition.
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
i've written many stories and i love writting them big sister and i want the world to know that i do.how do i let the world know?Where should/can i post them for people to read? Please reply me.i really need your help big sister!!!
March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.