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Matt's avatar

I am the father of a 5 year old and there is no substance that I look forward to more than yours. It's a wonderful delight whenever I open my inbox and I recommend it to every parent I talk to books about (which is mostly every mom.....dads tend to want to talk sports but I'm trying to break through on that one!). I love being a paid subscriber and I know others do/will too. Thank you for making my kids library so much more fun and happy holidays! 🙂

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I meant substack, not substance! Dang autocorrect! :)

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Sarah Allen's avatar

I'll be honest…I do a lot of skimming in my long form internet reading. Not this. You're a beautiful, wonderful writer and I'm so excited to follow along and see where things go from here.

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Natalie Catalina's avatar

Taylor! I loved reading this. You're such a talented writer whether you choose to believe it or not :). I want to shout from the rooftops how much this resonated with me as I figure out where to take my blog and how to ask people to start paying for content, etc. Imposter syndrome is so real. Cheering you on and can't wait to see what Moonbow brings for you in the future! It's been so fun to follow you over the years and see this come to life for you!!

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

Natalie, thank you so much! This means a lot to me. I hope you figure out what works for you! You deserve it! I can't wait to see what you're working on.

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Kerry Bart-Raber's avatar

I am listening with wide open ears , eyes , sense organs as I too have been on a roller coaster and I am in process of spitting myself out.

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Victoria Young's avatar

Always loved your work Taylor !

And your writing is soooo informative, inspiring and really well crafted ! Will pay for it in a heartbeat in the new year 🥰🥰

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

Thank you, Victoria! Means a lot to me.

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Rachel Michelle Wilson's avatar

I already wrote you a long email response but just wanted to say you’re the best ❤️

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

YOU’RE THE BEST!!

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Katy's avatar

Gaaaah, Taylor, I could have written so much of this. Imposter syndrome can be debilitating, and dreams can feel so far out of reach. I recognize so much in this: I was the same sort of child and teen, existing on stories, churning out poetry, dreaming of words. And now I'm almost 41 and limping my way back. I know the feeling of taking the circuitous way, and regretting some of those paths. But I just want to say that I love your writing and I think Moonbow is alive with your unique perspective and the words you use to convey it. I hope that it opens some doors for you, and I hope you can continue to build it because it really is wonderful.

Thank you for linking Are You Shrieking? and thank you for Moonbow!! <3

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

Thanks for sharing, Katy! It is debilitating! It can really rob you of your potential. I’m sick of it! Glad we’re both trying to work our way back to our core interests. Loving your newsletter! Thank you. 💛

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Emmy Kastner's avatar

Always cheering for you, friend. Grateful for your words!

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

❤️❤️❤️

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Cate Scott Campbell's avatar

I knew you were a writer from the first email I got from you. I loved every word of this.

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

❤️❤️❤️

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Maria's avatar

I truly connected with your story about feeling like an impostor - to this day when someone buys something from my shop I have to fight the impulse to give them something for free in return. Here’s to fighting the impulse to downgrade oneself 💪💪💪 You’re a wonderful writer and I look forward to your Substack in my inbox. You write so eloquently and beautifully about picture books and I hope you never stop! Happy holidays ❤️

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Taylor Sterling's avatar

Oh my, Maria! I would do that same thing. And it would be hard for me not to take it personally when people come into the shop and leave with nothing. We're in this together! 2024 is when we stop feeling like imposters and wear our confidence proudly. I wonder what will happen? Thanks for being here, as always! Love your shop!

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