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You are an author submitting a statement to an emerging writer's competition about how it will help your career

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To the esteemed members of the Emerging Writer's Competition committee,

As an aspiring author in today's competitive literary landscape, I deeply appreciate the opportunity presented by the Emerging Writer's Competition. Not only does the contest offer invaluable exposure and recognition, but it also serves as a platform for nurturing and launching the careers of budding wordsmiths.

Being a part of this esteemed competition will certainly have a significant impact on my career. The guidance, mentorship, and networking opportunities that the competition provides will undoubtedly contribute to sculpting my writing style and refining my storytelling abilities. By learning from esteemed professionals in the field, I will garner the tools and insights needed for success in the literary world.

In addition, the validation received by participating in this prestigious competition will bolster my confidence and credibility, serving as a vital stepping stone towards securing representation, publication, and eventually turning my passion for writing into a sustainable career.

Finally, engaging with a community of like-minded writers and industry professionals will create avenues for collaboration, inspiration, and mutual support. The invaluable relationships, knowledge, and experience gained will propel my career forward.

Given the unparalleled opportunities and resources offered by the Emerging Writer's Competition, I am confident that my participation will play a vital role in shaping my future as an author. I eagerly anticipate the honor of being a part of this esteemed contest.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

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rewrite the following in a more conversational tone What writing mean to me

As an awkward thirteen year old, I found refuge in the school library and read obsessively. I couldn’t get enough of fantasy books, magical worlds and strong heroes. Now that I’m older I’m able to articulate what I found fascinating about those stories. To me the fantasy genre grapples with ideas of personal growth, of courage, sacrifice and duty and what it takes to aspire and become something greater than ourselves. It asks questions about our humanity and how to live a good life.

As a "Banana" Australian Born Chinese (Yellow on the outside, white on the inside), I spent my formative years distancing myself from my Chinese roots, eager to assimilate into mainstream Australian society. Now that I’m older, I have come to appreciate the richness of my cultural heritage. By crafting fantasy stories with an Asian influence, I am not only rekindling my connection to my heritage, but also providing a sense of recognition and support to young Asian diaspora members who may face similar struggles.

Writing is important to me as a way to express myself. In some ways I feel like my writing is somehow contributing my voice to that ongoing conversation of what it means to be human and to live a good life. In other ways I’m writing for my thirteen year old self with the message of hope.

This story is quite personal to me. It deals with issues that are important to me and have affected me personally, such as:

• A loving but absent father.
• Feeling the weight of expectations.
• Growing up, of letting go and forging your own path.