Elizabeth Fremantle shares her experiences of rejection, starting with being expelled from school at a young age. She felt unjustly labeled as a bad influence and struggled to overcome the rejection. However, her desire to be a writer motivated her to go back to university as a mature student and pursue her passion.  Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of finding a way back from early rejection and not letting it define one's future. She also discusses the impact of rejection on her writing career, including the rejection of multiple novels before finding success with her fourth book. Elizabeth reflects on the constant drive to achieve more and the role of luck and timing in her success. In this conversation, Ellizabeth discusses her journey as a writer, including the process of getting her book, Queen's Gambit, published and the challenges of being a visible author.  She also talks about the experience of having her book adapted into a film and the importance of letting go of creative control. Elizabeth emphasizes the need to not take rejection personally and to understand that external factors can influence the success of a book. She shares her ongoing goals and challenges, including writing a screenplay.  For anyone listening, you can order a copy of Firebrand, as well as Elizabeth’s other books, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Firebrand-Novel-Elizabeth-Fremantle/dp/1668005360  I will also be giving away a copy to a listener who subscribes and reviews the podcast. You just need to email screenshots to [email protected]. To find out more about Elizabeth Freemantle and her books, visit: http://www.elizabethfremantle.com/   Follow Elizabeth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizfremantle/  A special thanks to our partners, who I highly recommend getting in touch with. f you are looking for a book writing coach to get your manuscript out there, I recommend working with: Lindy Pfeil, Author and Memoir Coach, website: lindypfeil.com Emily Tamayo Maher, Author & bestselling author in women’s spirituality, website: meaningmethod.com. Tracy Stewart, book mentor and developmental editor, author, and ghostwriter, website: freshlypress.com Javacia Harris Bowser, host of a community for female writers, bloggers, and entrepreneurs, website: seejanewritebham.com If you are interested in exploring hybrid publishing, I highly recommend getting in touch with Nick Courtright, CEO of atmospherepress.com If you’re looking for a brain / neuro trainer, check out Paula Echeverri, website: neuromomceo.com Freelance writers, you are going to want to get your hands on Amber Perry’s guide, 250+ nonfiction publications that pay, so people can start pitching right away. Here’s the link: If you are interested in exploring hybrid publishing, I highly recommend getting in touch with Nick Courtright, CEO of atmospherepress.com Chapters 00:00 Early Rejection and Expulsion from School 02:32 Finding a Way Back from Rejection 12:07 The Role of Luck and Timing in Success 26:55 The Constant Drive to Achieve More 34:24 Navigating Rejection and Visibility as a Writer 38:23 The Challenges and Rewards of Book-to-Film Adaptation 44:37 Letting Go of Creative Control 50:06 The Importance of Continuous Learning and Setting New Challenges