Emmacox, 
#WritersCoffeeClub Do you agree with Hillary Mantell, who said the best qualities for writing are self-confidence and arrogance?
No. I get the impression from traditional publishers that the best qualities for writing are:
- already be extremely famous
- find a good ghost writer.
Mantell’s words fit any profession. You need a thick skin and self belief in order to keep putting yourself out there until you make it.
Personally, I’d say the best qualities for writing are dedication and practice.