/lit/ - Literature

>>8684641
True writers don't worry about time.
They just write.

Hi everyone,
I'd like to know your opinion : do you think it's possible for a non-native english writer to be good enough to write a novel in english?
I'm french, I published a few short stories here and there and I can't help but feel that it's a waste to publish in french... I write science-fiction and we're overwhelmed with translated best sellers... It's so hard to be recognised in french (even french people tend to think US writers are better).
I read and listen (audible) a lot of novels in english, I'm not particularly good in that language, but I think I can be better with a little practice.
So, what's the verdict, do you think it's too much of a handicap to be overcome?

I want to become a writer. Any advice?

Didn't see one in the catalog, so post your stuff and give critiques. Not like you'll listen to me, but it's my RECOMMENDATION that you stick to the following rules:

1) No posting a piece of writing without first giving a critique of someone else's.

2) No empty critiques. "Shit" doesn't count, nor does "Excellent". Also, no "Best in threads", which admittedly doesn't happen so much, but it's incredibly annoying when people state their opinion as if it's fact.

3) No multi-part posts. A couple paragraphs will suffice.

4) Where possible, post directly to here and only in exceptional circumstances to pastebin. It's easier that way and I think brings more attention to your work than just a single little link.

I'll do my best to critique throughout. Go nuts.

Unrelated, but FUCKING ROBIN WILLIAMS. Jesus Christ.