The journey to becoming a published author can be a long one. It can also be frustrating – understandably you want your writing to be read and enjoyed by people, and if you’re struggling to get to the next stage in finding an agent, or waiting for editors to get back to you, it's tough.
The good news is that, in between, there are lots of ways to get your writing noticed (which often helps to get it more squarely on the radar of agents and editors too). From awards and competitions to literary journals and your social media profile, here are some ways to get your work into the hands of readers.